Should you visit Orlando or Juneau?
Should I visit Orlando or Juneau? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Orlando
Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.
Juneau
Juneau, Alaska is the capital city of the state, and it is also one of the most beautiful cities. Juneau is surrounded by two large mountains and a channel, so it is the only state capital not accessible by train or car. It is lined with small streets, including what is locally known as “stair streets” which can only be accessed by foot and include walking up 100-300 stairs, depending on which level you're going to. Luckily, most of the sights and stores are on the lower level, though. The only real structures located on the stair streets are residential buildings. Juneau is the most visited city in Alaska, but its population is just over 33,000. Its economy is based mostly on government, tourism, fishing, and mining.
Which city is cheaper, Juneau or Orlando?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Orlando is $240, while the average daily cost in Juneau is $128. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Orlando and Juneau in more detail.
Accommodation
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about $224 in Orlando For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around $70. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Juneau the cost is $140 on average.
Food
The price of a meal in Orlando can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $50 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $20 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
On average, meal and food prices in Juneau cost around $39 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $16.
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Food
Meals for one day
Orlando $50
Juneau $39
Typical Food prices in Orlando
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Orlando:
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Lunch for Two at Epcot
$29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show, Orlando:
$34
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The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show:
$34
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Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner & Show Tickets:
$50
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Mango's Tropical Cafe Orlando Dinner and Show Ticket:
$50
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The Rock Dinner Show in Orlando:
$51
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Food Tour of Celebration:
$55
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Pirates Dinner Adventure Orlando:
$57
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Downtown Food Tour:
$60
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WonderWorks and Outta Control Dinner Show VIP Combo:
$64
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Audubon Park Garden District Food Tour:
$85
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Cowboy Rodeo Adventure Tour & BBQ Dinner from Orlando:
$89
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Dinner with Disney Characters by Limousine:
$119
Local Transportation
To get around in Orlando, the average visitor spends $48 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
The average price of local transportation around Juneau is $30 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Orlando
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Orlando are as follows:
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Parking
$14
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Taxi Ride
$45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Orlando
Also for Orlando, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Orlando International Airport Shared Shuttle Transfers:
$15
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Orlando Attractions Roundtrip Transfer:
$19
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Private Departure Transfer to Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB):
$24
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Private Arrival Transfer - from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB):
$24
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Shared Orlando Cruise Port Transfer: Airport to Port:
$32
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Shared Orlando Cruise Port Transfer: Port to Airport:
$32
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Private Airport Transfer: from Orlando to Orlando International Airport (MCO):
$39
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Private Airport Transfer: Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Orlando:
$39
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Private Airport Transfer: from Orlando Int. Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World:
$39
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Disney World or Universal Studios transfer to Orlando Airport MCO up to 4 pax:
$45
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Disney World Resort to Orlando Airport MCO. Private Transfer Up to 4 pax:
$45
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Orlando (MCO) Airport transfer to / from Orlando area hotels (One Way) Regular:
$52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Juneau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Juneau:
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Airport Transfer via Private Mercedes Sprinter Limo:
$160
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Helena Airport One Way Transfer:
$53
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Private Departure Transfer to Juneau Airport (JNU):
$48
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Private Arrival Transfer from Juneau Airport (JNU):
$48
Is it cheaper to fly into Orlando or Juneau?
Prices for flights to both Juneau and Orlando change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Entertainment
In Orlando, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $163 per person, per day.
Juneau's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $14 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Typical Entertainment prices in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Orlando
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orlando.
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A Walk Around Lake Eola Audio Tour:
$6.65
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Port Canaveral Cruise shuttles:
$15
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Port Canaveral Cruise shuttles:
$15
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Factory Adventure Tour in Chocolate Kingdom:
$18
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Chocolate Kingdom Factory Tour:
$18
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Orlando Walking Ghost Tour:
$20
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Titanic - The Artifact Exhibition Ticket:
$24
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Crayola Experience Orlando Ticket:
$25
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Lost Caverns Adventure Golf:
$29
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Skip the Line: Indoor Kart Racing Experience Ticket:
$32
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The Escape Game Epic 60-Minute Adventures:
$37
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Kennedy Space Center Tour:
$49
Typical Entertainment prices in Juneau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Juneau are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Juneau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Juneau are as follows:
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Alpine Zipline Adventure in Juneau, AK:
$169
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Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure in Juneau:
$29
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Goldtown Segway Adventure:
$126
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Half-Day Tour to Mendenhall Glacier and King Crab from Juneau:
$114
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Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure:
$75
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Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure:
$75
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Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake:
$103
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Juneau City Sightseeing and Mendenhall Glacier Tour:
$63
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Juneau City and Mendenhall Glacier Combo Tour:
$63
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Juneau Helicopter Tour and Dogsledding Experience:
$569
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Juneau Helicopter Tour and Guided Icefield Walk:
$324
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Juneau Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Orlando, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $24.
The average person spends about $13 on alcoholic beverages in Juneau per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:
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Florida Craft Beer & Brewery Tour:
$65
Sample the Local Flavors in Juneau
Also in Juneau, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Juneau Shore Excursion: Alaskan Brewery & Tasting Experience:
$63
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Juneau, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Juneau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Juneau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Juneau and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Orlando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orlando than you might in Juneau.
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