Should I Visit Siem Reap or Paris for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Siem Reap or Paris?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Siem Reap or Paris, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Siem Reap or Paris?

Siem Reap

Located in northern Cambodia, Siem Reap is the closest town to Cambodia's famous Angkor Wat. It is a comfortable and laid back town and most visitors use it as a base to explore the country's most visited destination. Although Siem Reap was once a quaint village, it has continued to grow and change to meet the needs of the many tourists who visit every year. Siem Reap has become a very touristy town with easy access to restaurants, hotels, and shops. It also has a large expatriate community and the western influences are unavoidable. Although prices remain quite low, they are higher than you might find elsewhere in Cambodia.

Paris

Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phnom Penh, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Siem Reap, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.

Which place is cheaper, Paris or Siem Reap?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Siem Reap Prices
Cambodia Prices

Paris Prices
France Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Siem Reap $94

Paris $302

The average daily cost (per person) in Siem Reap is $94, while the average daily cost in Paris is $302. 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 Siem Reap and Paris in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Siem Reap $51

Paris $175
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Siem Reap $102

Paris $350

Compare Hotels in Siem Reap and Paris

Looking for a hotel in Siem Reap or Paris? 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: Siem Reap Hotel Prices and Paris Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Siem Reap $8.79

Paris $25

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Siem Reap

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Siem Reap:

Tuk Tuk Ride

$13
Bike Rentals

$1.93

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Siem Reap

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Siem Reap:

From Private Transfer to Mondulkiri: $395
Private Taxi transfer from Siem Reap to Koh Chang: $368
Taxi Transfer Siem Reap to Kratie - English Speaking Driver: $360
Private Taxi transfer from Siem Reap to Pattaya: $285
Private Taxi transfer from Siem Reap to Bangkok: $258
3-Day Easy Angkor Tour with Airport Transfers: $249
Siem Reap to Kampot Taxi, Private Car Transfer & Vice Versa: $235
Transfer Siem Reap to Sihanoukville Safe Private Taxi Driver: $224
Private Taxi Transfer to/from Battambang: $190
Private Transfer Siem Reap to Phnom Penh: $145
Private Transfer to/from Sihanoukville: $137
Private Transfer Cross Boarder to/from Siem Reap - Koh Chang: $127

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:

Metro

$7.30
Train from Airport

$10
Metro tickets

$7.75
Train

$23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris

Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

2-Way Transfer to Disneyland from Paris: $172
Airport Transfer Paris - Disneyland - Minivan 1-8 Passengers: $141
Airport Transfer at Paris (Mercedes E), From/to Paris-CDG: $211
Airport Transfer: Paris Airport CDG to Paris City by Business Car: $108
Airport Transfer: Paris City to Paris Airport CDG by Business Car: $110
Airport transfer from Paris to Disneyland Paris/Parc Asterix (8pax): $233
Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney: $61
Airport transfer station visit Paris: $170
Arrival Private Transfer Paris Airport CDG to Paris by Sedan: $108
Arrival Transfer from CDG Airport to Disneyland París by Van: $154
Arrival Transfer from Paris Airport CDG to Paris in Private Car: $108
Arrival Transfer from Paris Airport CDG to Paris in Private Van: $115

Is it cheaper to fly into Siem Reap or Paris?

Prices for flights to both Paris and Siem Reap 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

Food Meals for one day

Siem Reap $28

Paris $82

Typical Food Prices in Siem Reap

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Siem Reap:

Breakfast for Two

$5.59

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Siem Reap

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Siem Reap.

A Spectacular Show with Optional Dinner: $18
Apsara Dance Show with Dinner by Tuk-Tuk Roundtrip Transfer: $19
Apsara Performance with Dinner include Pick up & Drop off: $22
Apsara Performance Including Buffet Dinner & Hotel Pick up: $22
Buffet Dinner Apsara Show with hotel transfers: $22
Apsara Dance Show and Dinner with Hotel Pickup: $22
Apsara Show Including Dinner & Hotel Pickup: $23
Dinner and Traditional Show with Hotel Transfer: $24
Apsara Dance Show with Buffet Dinner & Tuk-Tuk...: $26
A Night To Remember: Apsara Dance Show with Buffet Dinner: $27
Dinner Show Apsara Dance, Pickup round trip included: $27
Apsara Theatre Performance include Dinner & hotel pick up: $29

Typical Food Prices in Paris

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:

Ice Cream

$9.12
Breakfast

$7.98
Breakfast for 2

$34
Dinner on River Cruise

$98
Dinner

$65
Cheese

$15

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris

For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $67
Paris Seine River dinner cruise from Alexandre III bridge: $69
Seine River Cruise and Dinner at Traditional Parisian Restaurant: $75
Paris Vegan Street Food Tour: $76
Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $76
Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris: $76
Paris Food Tour: $81
Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $84
Award Winning Local Paris Food Tour with Cheeses, Wines & Secrets: $88
2 Hour Express Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $88
Paris Guided Food Tour by Bike - Ile de la Cité and Marais: $93

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Siem Reap $30

Paris $87

Typical Entertainment Prices in Siem Reap

Here are a few typical costs in Siem Reap for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:

Angkor Tour Guide

$8.24

Tours and Activities in Siem Reap

Here are a few actual costs in Siem Reap for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

03 Hours Countryside tours: $88
1 Day Private of Angkor Wat Tour with Tuk Tuk: $15
1-Day Angkor Wat Private Tour with Spanish Tour Guide.: $125
1-Day private Angkor Temple Tour from Siem Reap: $27
2 Day Angkor Wat Private Tour: $245
2 Day Cambodia Private Guided Tour in Angkor Temples: $119
2-Day Angkor Tour with Sunrise, Sunset & Banteay Srei temple: $160
2-Day Angkor Wat With Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Tour: $123
2-Days Angkor & Banteay Srei & Kulen Mountian Waterfall Tour: $126
2-Days Angkor Sunrise & Banteay Srei Tour: $105
2-Days Angkor Wat with Sunrise and Sunset-Siem Reap Tour: $46
3 Day Siem Reap Tour Phnom Penh Shooting Experience Video: $128

Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris

For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:

Louvre Entry for Two

$21
Admission to Pantheon

$5.70
Catacombs (2)

$26

Tours and Activities in Paris

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.

Paris Montmartre Scavenger Hunt and Self Guided Walking Tour: $2.45
Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based): $2.80
Free Perfume Museum & Opera District Tour in English: $2.80
Paris Montmartre Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt: $2.82
Paris Le Marais Self Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $2.82
Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based): $3.28
Paris Hidden Gems: Self Guided Secret Spots Tour: $3.51
Paris Notre-Dame Tour with Scheduled Group Access: $3.52
Free Tour of the Historic Center of Paris in Spanish: $3.52
Rude Bastards Tour of Paris: $4.68
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Paris: $4.68
Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based): $4.69

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Siem Reap $11

Paris $28

Sample the Local Flavors in Siem Reap

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Siem Reap:

Mad Monkey Siem Reap Pub Crawl: $12

Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:

Wine

$16

Sample the Local Flavors in Paris

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:

The Original Pub Crawl + Free Shots + VIP Club Entry: $20
Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $29
Paris Montmartre Cheese Charcuterie Wine Tasting with Audio Tour: $29
Paris Guided Pub Crawl with Bars Shots and Club Entry: $32
Visit and tasting at the distillery L'Alambic Parisien: $33
Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
Guided Tour of Montmartre with Cheese and Wine Tasting: $38
Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $41
Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $55
Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $70
Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $81
Paris Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting in a Cheese Cellar: $82

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Siem Reap and Paris, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Siem Reap much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Siem Reap is in Asia and Paris is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Siem Reap would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Siem Reap 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Siem Reap.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Siem Reap Expensive? and Is Paris Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Siem Reap or Paris?

Paris has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Siem Reap. When comparing the sizes of Siem Reap and Paris, 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.

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Should you visit Siem Reap or Paris?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Siem Reap or Paris?

Siem Reap

Paris

Which place is cheaper, Paris or Siem Reap?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Siem Reap and Paris

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Siem Reap

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Siem Reap

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris

Is it cheaper to fly into Siem Reap or Paris?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Siem Reap

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Siem Reap

Typical Food Prices in Paris

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris

Entertainment

Typical Entertainment Prices in Siem Reap

Tours and Activities in Siem Reap

Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris

Tours and Activities in Paris

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Siem Reap

Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris

Sample the Local Flavors in Paris

Which is Bigger, Siem Reap or Paris?

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Should you visit Siem Reap or Paris?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Siem Reap or Paris?

Siem Reap

Paris

Which place is cheaper, Paris or Siem Reap?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Siem Reap and Paris

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Siem Reap

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Siem Reap

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris

Is it cheaper to fly into Siem Reap or Paris?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Siem Reap

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Siem Reap

Typical Food Prices in Paris

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris

Entertainment

Typical Entertainment Prices in Siem Reap

Tours and Activities in Siem Reap

Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris

Tours and Activities in Paris

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Siem Reap

Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris

Sample the Local Flavors in Paris

Which is Bigger, Siem Reap or Paris?

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