Should you visit Tallahassee or Seattle?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Tallahassee and Seattle 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.
Seattle
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
Which city is cheaper, Seattle 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 Seattle is $156. 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 Seattle 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.
A hotel room in Seattle is about $188 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
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 Seattle can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $38 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $15 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
Seattle $38
Typical Food prices in Seattle
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
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Expresso & cookie at Pier 70
$7.00
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Cashews at Pike Place Market
$6.00
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6 Mini Donuts at Pike Place Market
$3.25
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Chinese Lunch in International District (for 2)
$21
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Breakfast at Lowel's in Pike Place Market (for 2)
$32
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Breakfast at French Cafe (for 2)
$37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seattle
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 1 Hour:
$34
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Pike Place Market: Walking Food Tour:
$48
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Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour:
$56
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours:
$58
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Pacific Northwest-Style Dinner and Pairing in Seattle:
$61
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Exclusive: Early-Access Food Tour of Pike Place Market:
$73
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Street Theater and Dinner in Seattle's Fremont District:
$86
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Seattle Dinner Cruise:
$115
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.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $18 per day to get around in Seattle.
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 Seattle
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seattle
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
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Seattle to Whistler Private Transfer:
$1,076
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Private transfer from Seattle or Sea-Tac Seattle Airport to Vancouver, BC:
$1,023
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Private Transfer from Seattle or Sea-Tac Seattle Airport to Vancouver, BC:
$894
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Private transfer: Seattle to Seattle Airport (SEA):
$622
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One-Way Seattle Private Transfer up to 12 Pax: Cruises, Sea-Tac, Hotels:
$319
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Seattle Roundtrip Chauffeur Driven Airport Transfer by Private Van:
$210
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Departure Private Transfer Seattle or Cruise Port to Seattle Airport SEA Minibus:
$195
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Arrival Private Transfer Seattle Airport SEA to Seattle or Cruise Port - Minibus:
$195
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Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) to Seattle - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$184
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RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Tacoma Airport in Seattle Downtown:
$169
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Seattle Tacoma International Airport to Seattle City - One Way:
$149
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Seattle Airport Transfers : Seattle City to Seattle Airport SEA in Luxury Car:
$149
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallahassee or Seattle?
Prices for flights to both Seattle 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.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $12 per person, per day in Seattle. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Tallahassee
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tallahassee.
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The Best of Tallahassee Walking Tour:
$498
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Guided tour "Love Stories of Tallahassee":
$498
Tours and Activities in Seattle
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
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20-Minute Greater Seattle Scenic Airplane Tour:
$102
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3-Day Seattle Olympic+Mount Rainier National Park tour(Seattle departure) APOR3:
$285
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3-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$80
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4-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$77
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5-Day Yellowstone+Grand Teton National Park Tour ( Seattle departure ) SYG5:
$615
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A Feast for Foodies Walking Tour In Seattle:
$201
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Afternoon 3-Hour Seattle City Tour:
$76
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Bainbridge Island Wine and History - Private Luxury Day Tour with Lunch:
$450
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Bainbridge Island Wine and History Luxury Small-Group Day Tour with Lunch:
$249
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Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour:
$29
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Best of Mount Rainier National Park from All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour:
$263
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Best of Olympic National Park from All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour:
$263
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.
The average person spends about $13 on alcoholic beverages in Seattle per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Seattle
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
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Seattle Bar Hunt: Sleepless in Seattle Bar Crawl:
$12
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Haunted Seattle Ghost and Pub Walking Tour:
$27
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Georgetown Brewery Tour:
$72
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Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour:
$98
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Half-Day Coffee, Chocolate, and Wine Tour:
$99
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Seattle Coffee, Chocolate and Wine Tour:
$112
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Seattle Wine Tour (Hourly):
$135
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7-Hour Wenatchee White Water Rafting and Wine Tour:
$145
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From Snoqualmie Falls & Woodinville Wine Tasting:
$209
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Seattle All-Inclusive: Hike Mt. Rainier and Wine Tasting:
$263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallahassee and Seattle, we can see that Seattle 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 Seattle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seattle than you might in Tallahassee.
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