Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Dayton?
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 Dayton or Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dayton or Quebec City, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Dayton or Quebec City?
Dayton
Located in southwest Ohio, Dayton is known as the "Gem City." It's the original home of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who designed the first airplane. You'll also find the Dayton Aviation Heritage Park here, which is one of the only multi-site National Parks in the United States. The cities climate has four different seasons, winter, spring, summer and fall. The winter months are quite cold and you can expect a decent amount of snow in the area. Spring remains cool and there are infrequent showers. This is also the peak time for tornadoes in the area. Summer is hot and humid and can be unpleasant at times, but fall is crisp and refreshing with occasional storms and infrequent tornadoes.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDayton $368Quebec City $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Dayton is $368, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $152. 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 Dayton and Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDayton $250Quebec City $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDayton $500Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Dayton and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Dayton or Quebec City? 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: Dayton Hotel Prices and Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dayton $25Quebec City $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $96
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $96
- From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $104
- Québec city to Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $105
- Quebec city private transfer: $105
- From Quebec City : Cruise & Visit to Grosse-Ile with bus transfer: $106
- YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $108
- YQB Airport Transfer: $110
- Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $110
- Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $115
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Dayton or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Dayton 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 dayDayton $105Quebec City $63
Typical Food Prices in Dayton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dayton are as follows:
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Noodle Company Lunch (for 2)$17
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Indian Food Dinner (for 2)$34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- Quebecois Aperitif Food Tour in Quebec City: $61
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $202
- Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $202
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $207
- 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $207
- Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $207
- Private Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide : $263
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dayton -Quebec City $24
Tours and Activities in Dayton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dayton are as follows:
- Daytona Beach: Paddle Pub Experience: $45
- Daytona Beach: Guided Kayaking or Standup Paddling Tour: $65
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.56
- Observatoire de la Capitale Entry Ticket: $11
- MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket: $11
- Québec: Fortifications-of-Québec Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Old Quebec Walking Tour with a Certified Local Guide: $15
- Quebec: La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour: $16
- Guided Tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac: $18
- Quebec : Death in New-France Animated Walking tour: $19
- Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour: $20
- Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $20
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $20
- Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDayton -Quebec City $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Dayton
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dayton:
- Dive Bar Bus Crawl: $50
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $94
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $96
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $107
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dayton and Quebec City, we can see that Dayton is more expensive. And not only is Quebec City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Quebec City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quebec City 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 Dayton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dayton than you might in Quebec City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dayton Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dayton or Quebec City?
Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Dayton. When comparing the sizes of Dayton and Quebec City, 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.