Should you visit Tallahassee or Cleveland?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Tallahassee and Cleveland can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Tallahassee
As the skyscrapers glow against the rose-tinged sunset, you find yourself astounded by the tropical metropolitan area of Tallahassee, Florida. Known as the capital city of the state, Tallahassee is the hub of Floridian politics and history, holding Florida State Capitol, Supreme Court of Florida, Florida Governor's Mansion, and nearly 30 state agency headquarters within its borders. To add to its importance, in 2015, Tallahassee was given the All-American City Award by the National Civic League for a second time. Despite all the city's historical and political accomplishments, Tallahasse is also known to attract a wide array of tourists looking to explore the beauty of Florida. From wild refuges to busy shopping districts to Florida State University, Tallahassee is a great place to be in Florida.
Cleveland
Located on the shores of Lake Erie of the Great Lakes, Cleveland is the second largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio. As a culturally diverse and thriving metropolitan area, the city is host to a vast range of sights and activities, such as world-class museums, cultural events, professional sports, and golf courses as well as plenty of dining, shopping, and entertainment opportunities.
Which city is cheaper, Cleveland or Tallahassee?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallahassee is $125, while the average daily cost in Cleveland is $106. 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 Tallahassee and Cleveland in more detail.
Accommodation
Travelers usually pay around $142 for a double occupancy room in Tallahassee If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
The prices for places to stay in Cleveland can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is $60, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around $120.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Tallahassee cost around $38 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 $15.
On average, meal and food prices in Cleveland cost around $29 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 $12.
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Food
Meals for one day
Tallahassee $38
Cleveland $29
Typical Food prices in Cleveland
For Cleveland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee
$1.79
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Sandwich
$9.75
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Large Pizza
$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cleveland
For Cleveland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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West Side Market Food Tour:
$47
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Tremont Neighborhood Food Tour:
$65
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Ohio City Food Tour:
$70
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Little Italy Neighborhood Food Tour:
$73
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Tremont Guided Food Tour with Tasting:
$246
Local Transportation
Tallahassee's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $26 per person, per day on transportation in Tallahassee.
To get around in Cleveland, the average visitor spends $15 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.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallahassee
Also for Tallahassee, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Tallahassee Transfer: Hotel to Airport:
$116
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Private Tallahassee Transfer: Airport to Hotel:
$116
Typical Local Transportation prices in Cleveland
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cleveland are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cleveland
Also for Cleveland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Cleveland Airport - Executive Sedan/SUV Airport/Hotel Round Trip Transfer:
$261
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Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE) to Cleveland - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$157
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CLE Airport Transfer to Downtown Cleveland:
$116
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Cleveland Airport-Hotel Ground Transfer - One Way:
$106
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Cleveland to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE) - Departure Private Transfer:
$78
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Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE) to Cleveland - Arrival Private Transfer:
$78
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Private Departure Transfer to Cleveland Airport (CLE):
$62
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Private Arrival Transfer from Cleveland Airprot (CLE):
$62
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallahassee or Cleveland?
Prices for flights to both Cleveland and Tallahassee 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
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Tallahassee can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $9.71 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
In Cleveland, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $32 per person, per day.
Tours and Activities in Tallahassee
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tallahassee.
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Guided tour "Love Stories of Tallahassee":
$498
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The Best of Tallahassee Walking Tour:
$498
Tours and Activities in Cleveland
For Cleveland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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60's Throwback Shopping Tour:
$375
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Casual Wine transportation tour:
$225
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Cleveland History Center General Admission Entry Ticket:
$12
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Private City Tour:
$250
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Downtown Cleveland Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour:
$24
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Private Wine Full Day Tour from Atlanta City by Luxury Vehicle:
$987
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Romantic tour in Cleveland:
$498
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Skip the Line: GRAMMY Museum Mississippi General Admission Ticket:
$14
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Spring Break GREECE Tour:
$3,700
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Stradbroke Island Adventure:
$672
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The Original Cleveland Brew Tour:
$108
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The best of Cleveland walking tour:
$498
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 Tallahassee, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $42.
Typically, people visiting Cleveland spend on average $36 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Typical Alcohol prices in Cleveland
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Cleveland are as follows:
Sample the Local Flavors in Cleveland
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cleveland:
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Cleveland Bar Hunt: Cleveland Climax Bar Crawl:
$12
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Brewery Tour with Tastings:
$81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallahassee and Cleveland, we can see that Tallahassee is more expensive. And not only is Cleveland much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cleveland would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cleveland 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 Tallahassee would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallahassee than you might in Cleveland.
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