Which place is cheaper, Bryce Canyon National Park or Tucson?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tucson or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Tucson and Bryce Canyon National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tucson or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Tucson
Tucson, Arizona is the second largest city in the state and sits at an elevation of 2,400 feet. It's temperature is slightly milder than Phoenix and it is a pleasant place to visit. Most people arrive in the city by car, but Amtrak does travel through Tucson, as does Greyhound. The area is also served by the Tucson International Airport. Once in the city, you'll likely want to have access to a car, as the city is not very pedestrian friendly and public transportation is very much lacking. Many popular and beautiful sights are also outside of town in the surrounding desert, so having access to a vehicle is paramount if you hope to visit any of the places.
Bryce Canyon National Park
As one of Utah's most popular national parks, Bryce Canyon National Park is over 35,000 acres of breathtaking geological wonders. While it's not actually a canyon, Bryce Canyon is a giant natural amphitheater created by years of erosion.
With 200 miles of visibility, world-class air quality and near-perfect weather from April until October, it's easy to see why this park attracts over one million visitors every year. The series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters includes rocks of many colors and unique formations such as slot canyons and spires known as "hoodoos."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTucson $157Bryce Canyon National Park $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Tucson is $157, while the average daily cost in Bryce Canyon National Park is $135. 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 Tucson and Bryce Canyon National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTucson $93Bryce Canyon National Park $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTucson $186Bryce Canyon National Park $134
Compare Hotels in Tucson and Bryce Canyon National Park
Looking for a hotel in Tucson or Bryce Canyon National Park? 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: Tucson Hotel Prices and Bryce Canyon National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tucson $27Bryce Canyon National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Tucson or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Prices for flights to both Bryce Canyon National Park and Tucson 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 dayTucson $36Bryce Canyon National Park $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tucson $16Bryce Canyon National Park $30
Tours and Activities in Bryce Canyon National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bryce Canyon National Park.
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah 1.5 Hour Ride: $80
- 8 Hours Cosmic Ashtray Experience in Escalante: $299
- Bryce Canyon E-bike Tour : $105
- Bryce Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Bryce Canyon Photography Tours: $289
- Full-Day Private Scenic Byway 12 Audio Driving Tour : $8.99
- Grand Staircase Full-Day Private Tour: $299
- Grand Staircase-Escalante Full Day Small Group Tour : $299
- Half Day Canyoneering Tour in Egypt Slot Canyon: $159
- Hiking Experience in Bryce Canyon National Park: $120
- Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide: $105
- Peekaboo, Spooky and Dry Fork Slot Canyon Tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTucson $16Bryce Canyon National Park $6.78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tucson and Bryce Canyon National Park, we can see that Tucson is more expensive. And not only is Bryce Canyon National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bryce Canyon National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bryce Canyon National Park 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 Tucson would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tucson than you might in Bryce Canyon National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tucson Expensive? and Is Bryce Canyon National Park Expensive?.
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.