Which place is cheaper, Hope or San Diego?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit San Diego or Hope?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for San Diego and Hope. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: San Diego or Hope?
San Diego
For many visitors and locals alike, San Diego is a paradise. Located in southern California, not far from Los Angeles, it has the perfect climate, wonderful beaches, and a culturally rich environment. It's surrounded by beautiful landscape and has a strong focus on wildlife conservation and eco-friendly living. Home to about 1.3 million residents, it is California's second largest city. It also has many universities, a large tech industry, and a thriving economy. Despite its size, many people perceive San Diego as a slower, more relaxed city with a pleasant vibe away from the chaos of a large city.
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America, The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySan Diego $202Hope $31
The average daily cost (per person) in San Diego is $202, while the average daily cost in Hope is $31. 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 San Diego and Hope in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSan Diego $115Hope $8.89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSan Diego $230Hope $18
Compare Hotels in San Diego and Hope
Looking for a hotel in San Diego or Hope? 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: San Diego Hotel Prices and Hope Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.San Diego $24Hope -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Diego
Also for San Diego, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tijuana Intl Airport (TIJ) to Playas de Rosarito -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $240
- San Diego Airport (SAN): Private Transfer to San Diego: $188
- Private Transfer Airport Tijuana/Valle de Guadalupe (Ensenada) or back.: $176
- Private Transfer from Tijuana to Ensenada and Valle de Guadalupe: $149
- San Diego Airport (SAN) to San Diego hotel/address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- San Diego Airport (SAN) to Carlsbad - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- Arrival Private Transfer San Diego Airport SAN to San Diego by Executive SUV: $134
- RoundTrip transfer in private car from-to San DiegoAirport in San Diego Downtown: $127
- Tijuana Intl Airport (TIJ) to Playas de Rosarito - Arrival Private Transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from San Diego to San Diego Airport SAN in Executive SUV: $115
- Departure Private Transfer: San Diego to San Diego Airport SAN in Luxury SUV: $115
- Arrival Private Transfer: San Diego Airport SAN to San Diego in Luxury SUV: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into San Diego or Hope?
Prices for flights to both Hope and San Diego 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 daySan Diego $45Hope $22
Typical Food Prices in San Diego
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to San Diego:
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Mexican Lunch for Two$27
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Breakfast at Starbucks$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Diego
For San Diego, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pizza and Gelato Tour in San Diego: $80
- Old Town Tequila and Tacos Walking Food Tour: $81
- San Diego Vegan Food Tour: $85
- Gaslamp Quarter Downtown San Diego Food Tour: $89
- Gaslamp Quarter Food Tour: $89
- San Diego Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $95
- San Diego, Seaport Village: Waterfront Walking Food Tour: $99
- Seaport Village Food Tour in San Diego : $99
- Guided Secret Food Tour: $102
- Scenic Buffet Dinner Cruise: $108
- San Diego Dinner Cruise: $116
- Gourmet Dinner Cruise: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.San Diego $48Hope -
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Diego
For San Diego, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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San Diego Zoo$15
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Sea World Parking$12
Tours and Activities in San Diego
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Diego.
- Maritime Museum of San Diego Admission Ticket: $24
- "Drink, Ride, Sing, & Dance!" Bar Tour (4 bars included): $33
- 1 Hour GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Harbor/Gaslamp Quarter: $92
- 1-Hour Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour in San Diego: $99
- 1-Hour Voodoo Escape Room Experience in San Diego: $35
- 1.5 Hour Walking Tour from La Jolla in San Diego: $59
- 1Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Harbor/Gaslamp Quarter: $63
- 4 Hour Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour or Rental: $87
- A Seaside Stroll: La Jolla's Hidden Treasures Self-Guided Tour: $9.99
- All Day San Diego Scenic Tour: $125
- Apple Pies & Desert Skies: A Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Balboa Park Puzzling Adventure: $35
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySan Diego $21Hope $10
Sample the Local Flavors in San Diego
Also in San Diego, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- San Diego Bar Hunt: Slammin' San Diego Bar Crawl: $13
- History Tour Pub Crawl of Famous Gaslamp Quarter: $30
- Brewery Tour with Tastings and Food Pairings: $85
- Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $119
- Vino! Vino! Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $125
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Valle de Guadalupe: $131
- Cruise & Booze Brewery tours : $149
- Baja Tour Guide wine tour: $169
- Sidecar Wine Tasting Tour: $199
- Brewery and Tap Room Sidecar Tour: $199
- California Sunset Brewery Tour: $199
- Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour in San Diego: $215
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between San Diego and Hope, we can see that San Diego is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope 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 San Diego would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Diego than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is San Diego Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, San Diego or Hope?
San Diego has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of San Diego and Hope, 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.
When is the best time to visit San Diego or Hope?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit San Diego or Hope in the Summer?
Both Hope and San Diego are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to San Diego for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, San Diego is generally a little warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in San Diego average around 71°F (22°C), and Hope fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In July, San Diego usually receives less rain than Hope. San Diego gets 0 inches (1 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySan Diego 71°F (22°C)Hope 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit San Diego or Hope in the Autumn?
Both Hope and San Diego during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to San Diego in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
San Diego is much warmer than Hope in the autumn. The daily temperature in San Diego averages around 68°F (20°C) in October, and Hope fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. San Diego usually gets less rain in October than Hope. San Diego gets 0.4 inches (9 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSan Diego 68°F (20°C)Hope 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit San Diego or Hope in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both San Diego and Hope. Most visitors come to San Diego for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Hope can be very cold. In the winter, San Diego is much warmer than Hope. Typically, the winter temperatures in San Diego in January average around 57°F (14°C), and Hope averages at about 3°C (37°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, San Diego usually receives less rain than Hope. San Diego gets 1.8 inches (46 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySan Diego 57°F (14°C)Hope 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit San Diego or Hope in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to San Diego as well as Hope. The spring months attract visitors to San Diego because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In April, San Diego is generally much warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in San Diego average around 62°F (17°C), and Hope fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
It's quite rainy in Hope. San Diego usually gets less rain in April than Hope. San Diego gets 0.8 inches (20 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSan Diego 62°F (17°C)Hope 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Hope and San Diego
| San Diego | Hope | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 inches (46 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Feb | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 inches (39 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) |
| Mar | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 inches (20 mm) | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 71°F (22°C) | 0 inches (1 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 inches (6 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 inches (9 mm) | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Nov | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 inches (37 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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