Which place is cheaper, David or Toulouse?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Toulouse or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Toulouse and David can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Toulouse or David?
Toulouse
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToulouse €153David €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Toulouse is €153, while the average daily cost in David is €33. 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 Toulouse and David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToulouse €66David €11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToulouse €132David €22
Compare Hotels in Toulouse and David
Looking for a hotel in Toulouse or David? 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: Toulouse Hotel Prices and David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toulouse €41David €10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse
Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Transfer Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS by Car or Van: $51
- Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $51
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $56
- Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Business Car: $77
- Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $96
- Private transfer your alternative to taxi for your travels: $101
- Private Transfer from Toulouse to Carcassone: $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Toulouse or David?
Prices for flights to both David and Toulouse 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 dayToulouse €62David €15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $73
- Guided Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks: $78
- Toulouse Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better: $113
- Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toulouse €15David €3.73
Tours and Activities in Toulouse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
- Toulouse Old Town Treasure Exploration Game and Tour: $5.94
- Toulouse Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Toulouse Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.51
- Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide à télécharger: $12
- Great Monuments of Toulouse - English walking tour: $15
- Toulouse and its monuments - guided walking tour in Spanish: $15
- Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $18
- City Sightseeing Tour by Bus with Audio Guide: $19
- Unusual guided tour Toulouse in the Age of Enlightenment: $24
- Toulouse : Must-see Walking Tour: $41
- Toulouse Must-see Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide: $42
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToulouse €7.50David -
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulouse
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
- Gaillac Wine Tour Small Group Half Day Tour From Toulouse: $108
- Fronton Small Group Wine Tour from Toulouse: $149
- Gaillac Small Group Wine Tour from Toulouse: $149
- Toulouse : Cheese & wine tasting workshop with a cheesemaker: $529
- From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $583
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toulouse and David, we can see that Toulouse is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Toulouse is in Europe and David is in Central America, 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toulouse Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toulouse or David?
Toulouse has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of David. When comparing the sizes of Toulouse and David, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.