Which place is cheaper, Rosario or Salta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Salta or Rosario?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Salta and Rosario can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Salta or Rosario?
Salta
Located in the heart of the famous Northwest region of Argentina, at 1200m of elevation and at the foot of the Cerro San Bernardo, Salta is the largest city of the region and perhaps the most beautiful colonial city of Argentina. Founded in 1582 by the Spanish, Salta was an important stop for merchants who followed the usual trade road through Bolivia and Peru. Argentines call this city nestled in the foothills of the Andes and surrounded by mountains, of just over half a million inhabitants, Salta La Linda (Salta the Beautiful) and it's easy to see why. Young and traditional at the same time, Salta and its renowned museums, plaza side cafes and live musica folklorica of its bustling penas, is a sophisticated and lively city day and night.
Rosario
Rosario is the third largest city in Argentina. Located at the Parana river and known for its rich architectural heritage and beautiful riverside scenery, Rosario is the birthplace of the Argentinian flag as well as two of the nation's most famous icons, Che Guevara and Lionel Messi. Rosario is still an important river port but has done a great job of regenerating its center, which now has a vibrant cultural and night life. The abandoned buildings of the long riverbank have been converted into galleries, restaurants, skateparks and river beaches, which buzz with life in summer. Dynamic and confident without being showy, culturally rich and the best urban location to cool off in the boiling summers, Rosario is easily overlooked but not to be missed.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Argentina, The Best Luxury Tours to Argentina, The Best Budget Tours to Argentina, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Argentina.
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Salta Prices
Argentina PricesRosario Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalta $56Rosario $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Salta is $56, while the average daily cost in Rosario is $77. 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 destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Salta and Rosario in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalta $39Rosario $59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalta $78Rosario $118
Compare Hotels in Salta and Rosario
Looking for a hotel in Salta or Rosario? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Salta Hotel Prices and Rosario Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salta $3.92Rosario $3.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salta
Also for Salta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Train to the Clouds Experience with Transfers from Salta Hotels: $253
- Saver Combo: Cafayate, Cachi, Salt Fields, Transfers and Walking: $184
- Combo: Cafayate, Cachi and Humahuaca, transfers and walking tour: $177
- Humahuaca, 7-color Hill & round trip transfers airport - hotel in Salta: $167
- Combo: Cafayate Tour + Cachi + Transfers + Free Walking Tour: $117
- Salta City Tour & Round Trip Transfers airport - hotel: $109
- From Salinas and Hornocal 2-Day Tour with Transfer: $99
- From Cafayate and Hornocal 2-Day Tour with Transfer: $88
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip SLA Airport Transfer: $56
- Salta Airport One-Way or Round-Trip Transfers: $45
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip SLA Airport Transfer: $8.00
- One-Way or Round Trip Airport Transfer: $5.50
Is it cheaper to fly into Salta or Rosario?
Prices for flights to both Rosario and Salta 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one daySalta $6.77Rosario $8.24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salta $34Rosario $33
Tours and Activities in Salta
For Salta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From City Tour and San Lorenzo on a half-day tour: $26
- Full-Day Tour to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca From Salta: $35
- 2-Day Tour to Cachi and Los Cardones National Park: $57
- 3 Day Tour from Salta to Cachi, Humahuaca and Salinas Grandes: $88
- 4-Day Tour of Salta Cafayate and Humahuaca: $693
- Adventure in the North: Pack of 4 Excursions + Hornocal: $137
- Best of Guided City Tour: $30
- Cachi Full Day Tour with Los Cardones National Park: $34
- Cafayate, Vineyards and Calchaquies Valleys Tour from Salta: $40
- From Salta 3 Day Tour to Cafayate Humahuaca and Salinas Grandes: $88
- From Cachi and Los Cardones National Park Tour: $31
- From City Tour of the city on a half-day ride: $20
Tours and Activities in Rosario
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rosario.
- Newell's Old Boys Football Match and Messi Tour: $130
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalta $6.88Rosario $9.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Salta
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Salta:
- From Full-Day Tour to Cafayate with Wine Tasting: $30
- Full-day Cafayate, Lerma Valley, and Wine Tasting from Salta: $32
- From Cafayate Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $40
- Half Day Wine Tasting in Salta: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salta and Rosario, we can see that Rosario is more expensive. And not only is Salta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Salta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salta 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 Rosario would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rosario than you might in Salta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salta Expensive? and Is Rosario Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salta or Rosario?
Rosario has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Salta. When comparing the sizes of Salta and Rosario, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.