Is Zion National Park Expensive?

Is Zion National Park expensive to visit?

Zion National Park is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $119. Compared to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a reasonably affordable place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in North America for its affordability, comparable to places like South Lake Tahoe and Tulum.



The valley of Zion National Park

How expensive is Zion National Park?

The average cost of traveling to Zion National Park can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $119 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Zion National Park here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Zion National Park?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Zion National Park will cost around $357 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $714.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Zion National Park?

On average, a one week trip to Zion National Park costs about $833 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,666.

Is it expensive to backpack in Zion National Park?

Zion National Park is often overlooked by backpackers, as there is a very limited selection of hostels. Because there aren't any hostels and few other amenities that cater to backpackers, prices might be higher than you'd expect. This is particularly true for solo travelers who many have to pay the full cost for a hotel room. To save money, look for budget hotels in convenient locations.

Are hotels expensive in Zion National Park?

Hotel prices in Zion National Park are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $294 per night for a room on average. There are around [5_STAR_COUNT] five star hotels in the city and they average [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. Three star hotels average $250 a night and two star hotels average $297 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Zion National Park
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
3 stars 1 $250
2 stars 2 $297

Twin Knolls Road, Zion National Park
Overall Rating 9.7

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Zion National Park?

Activities and things to do in Zion National Park can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $26 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $55.

    • The Huntress Slot Canyon Adventure: $179
    • Sunset Sandboarding Peekaboo Slot Canyon UTV Adventure (Private) : $128
    • UTV Dune Cruise and Surf at Coral Pink Sand Dunes: $114
    • Sand Boarding and Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon UTV Adventure : $135
    • Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon Tour and Sandboarding UTV Adventure : $128
    • Peekaboo Slot Canyon Tour UTV and Hiking Adventure (Private): $128
    • Zion Full Day Small Group Tour: $299
    • Guided tours in southern Utahs slot canyons, Indian ruins, and national parks. : $130

    Is food expensive in Zion National Park?

    Food in Zion National Park can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $37 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $58. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    Is transportation expensive in Zion National Park?

    Local transportation in Zion National Park can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $30 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $46. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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