Should you visit Tallahassee or Los Angeles?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Tallahassee and Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California is probably one of the most well known cities in the United States. It is the second most populated metro area in the country with more than 17 million people. The city's diversity is wide reaching, giving it a character that is unique from any other place in the country. LA has many world famous sights and neighborhoods including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and Santa Monica, but there is really so much more to this city.
Which city is cheaper, Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles is $190. 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 Los Angeles 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.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Los Angeles, $222 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Los Angeles, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is $111, such as in a hostel.
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.
The price of a meal in Los Angeles can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $35 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $14 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
Tallahassee $38
Los Angeles $35
Typical Food prices in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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How to Cook the Perfect Steak Virtual Cooking Class:
$42
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Downtown Food Tour:
$75
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West Hollywood Food Tour:
$75
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Downtown Los Angeles Food Tour:
$77
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Private Tour: Secret Food Tours Los Angeles Venice Beach:
$96
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Private Authentic Middle Eastern Cooking Class in Reseda, Los Angeles:
$102
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Luxury Vegan Food Tours of Los Angeles:
$125
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Secret Food Tour of Venice Beach, Los Angeles w/ Private Tour Option:
$207
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3-Hour Secret Food Tour:
$209
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.
Los Angeles'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 $29 per person, per day on transportation in Los Angeles.
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 Los Angeles
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Los Angeles:
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Hotel Parking for a Day
$22
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Taxi to Airport
$55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Los Angeles
Also for Los Angeles, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles Airport LAX to Las Vegas by Minibus:
$1,883
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles Airport LAX to Las Vegas by SUV:
$1,616
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles Airport LAX to Las Vegas by Executive SUV:
$1,598
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles LAX to Palm Springs or San Diego by Minibus:
$569
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles LAX to Palm Springs/San Diego by Luxury Car:
$524
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LOS ANGELES to Palm Springs Airport (PSP) - Departure Private Transfer:
$485
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles LAX to Palm Springs/San Diego by Exec. SUV:
$480
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Arrival Private Transfer Los Angeles LAX to Palm Springs or San Diego by SUV:
$453
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Los Angeles Private Transfer To Coechella Valley, CA.:
$439
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Private Transfer - LAX Airport to San Diego/ Las Vegas in a Luxurious SUV:
$420
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San Diego Private Transfer From Hollywood or Burbank.:
$398
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Los Angeles Private Transfer To Tijuana Border Crossing.:
$398
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallahassee or Los Angeles?
Prices for flights to both Los Angeles 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.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Los Angeles can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $64 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
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
Typical Entertainment prices in Los Angeles
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Los Angeles's activities, tours, and tickets:
Tours and Activities in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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1 Hour Instagram Pics Hollywood Sign Tour:
$39
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10-Minute Hollywood Sign Helicopter Tour:
$124
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15 mins Driving Tour in a Ferrari California T spider in hollywood:
$69
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1HOUR FERRARI CALIFORNIA driving Tour from Hollywood to Beverly Hills:
$300
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2 Hour Celebrity Homes Tour:
$39
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2 Hour Venice Beach Bike Tour:
$61
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2 hour Horseback Riding Tour near the Hollywood Sign with Transportation:
$127
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2-Hour Hollywood Bike Tour:
$60
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2-Hour Hollywood Walking and Hiking Tour with Skyline Views:
$34
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3 Hour Hollywood to Beverly Hills small group Tour:
$41
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3 Hour Venice Beach Bike Tour:
$71
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3 Hours Los Angeles VIP Tour:
$49
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 Los Angeles spend on average $11 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Los Angeles
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Los Angeles:
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Brews Cruise- DTLA Brewery tour by bike:
$50
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Brewery Walking Tour -- Downtown / Arts District:
$81
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Malibu: Exclusive Wine Tasting and Falconry Experience:
$109
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Malibu: Vintage VW Hippie Sightseeing Tour with Wine Tasting:
$139
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Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles:
$249
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Los Angeles Wine Tour:
$250
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The Private Malibu Wine Tour:
$419
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Food and Wine Tasting Party:
$750
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Private Tour: Malibu Wine Tasting for Two by Limousine from Los Angeles:
$999
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallahassee and Los Angeles, we can see that Los Angeles is more expensive. And not only is Tallahassee much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tallahassee would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tallahassee 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 Los Angeles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Los Angeles than you might in Tallahassee.
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