Should you visit Orlando or Seattle?
Should I visit Orlando or Seattle? 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.
Seattle
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
Which city is cheaper, Seattle 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 Seattle is $156. 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 Seattle 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.
A hotel room in Seattle is about $188 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
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.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $18 per day to get around in Seattle.
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 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 Resort to Orlando Airport MCO. Private Transfer Up to 4 pax:
$45
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Disney World or Universal Studios transfer to Orlando Airport MCO up to 4 pax:
$45
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Orlando (MCO) Airport transfer to / from Orlando area hotels (One Way) Regular:
$52
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Private Arrival Transfer: Orlando Airport to Hotel:
$53
Typical Local Transportation prices in Seattle
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seattle
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
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Seattle to Whistler Private Transfer:
$1,076
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Private transfer from Seattle or Sea-Tac Seattle Airport to Vancouver, BC:
$1,023
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Private Transfer from Seattle or Sea-Tac Seattle Airport to Vancouver, BC:
$894
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Private transfer: Seattle to Seattle Airport (SEA):
$622
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One-Way Seattle Private Transfer up to 12 Pax: Cruises, Sea-Tac, Hotels:
$319
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Seattle Roundtrip Chauffeur Driven Airport Transfer by Private Van:
$210
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Departure Private Transfer Seattle or Cruise Port to Seattle Airport SEA Minibus:
$195
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Arrival Private Transfer Seattle Airport SEA to Seattle or Cruise Port - Minibus:
$195
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Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) to Seattle - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$184
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RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Tacoma Airport in Seattle Downtown:
$169
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Seattle Airport Transfers : Seattle City to Seattle Airport SEA in Luxury Car:
$149
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Seattle Tacoma International Airport to Seattle City - One Way:
$149
Is it cheaper to fly into Orlando or Seattle?
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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.
The price of a meal in Seattle can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $38 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $15 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Orlando $50
Seattle $38
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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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
Typical Food prices in Seattle
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
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Expresso & cookie at Pier 70
$7.00
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Cashews at Pike Place Market
$6.00
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6 Mini Donuts at Pike Place Market
$3.25
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Chinese Lunch in International District (for 2)
$21
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Breakfast at Lowel's in Pike Place Market (for 2)
$32
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Breakfast at French Cafe (for 2)
$37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seattle
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 1 Hour:
$34
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours:
$58
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Pacific Northwest-Style Dinner and Pairing in Seattle:
$61
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Exclusive: Early-Access Food Tour of Pike Place Market:
$73
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Street Theater and Dinner in Seattle's Fremont District:
$86
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Seattle Dinner Cruise:
$115
Entertainment
In Orlando, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $163 per person, per day.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $12 per person, per day in Seattle. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
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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Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens Admission Ticket:
$20
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Orlando Walking Ghost Tour:
$20
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1-Hour Haunted Walking Tour:
$23
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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
Tours and Activities in Seattle
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
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20-Minute Greater Seattle Scenic Airplane Tour:
$102
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3-Day Seattle Olympic+Mount Rainier National Park tour(Seattle departure) APOR3:
$285
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3-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$80
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4-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$77
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5-Day Yellowstone+Grand Teton National Park Tour ( Seattle departure ) SYG5:
$615
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A Feast for Foodies Walking Tour In Seattle:
$201
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Afternoon 3-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$76
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Bainbridge Island Wine and History - Private Luxury Day Tour with Lunch:
$450
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Bainbridge Island Wine and History Luxury Small-Group Day Tour with Lunch:
$249
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Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour:
$29
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Best of Mount Rainier National Park from All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour:
$263
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Best of Olympic National Park from All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour:
$263
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 Seattle 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 Seattle
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
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Seattle Bar Hunt: Sleepless in Seattle Bar Crawl:
$12
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Haunted Seattle Ghost and Pub Walking Tour:
$27
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Georgetown Brewery Tour:
$72
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Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour:
$98
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Seattle Coffee, Chocolate and Wine Tour:
$112
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Seattle Wine Tour (Hourly):
$135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Seattle, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Seattle much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Seattle would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Seattle 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 Seattle.
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