Which place is cheaper, Berkshires or Memphis?
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 Memphis or Berkshires?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Memphis or Berkshires, 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: Memphis or Berkshires?
Memphis
Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in southwest Tennessee, Memphis is a city famous for the blues, soul, and Rock 'n' Roll music that originated there. There are a number of museums and historic landmarks like Elvis Presley's Graceland dedicated to that history, while areas of the city like Beale Street keep the musical culture alive today with a vibrant scene of bars, restaurants, and live music.
Berkshires
The Berkshires are a popular highland destination in the western part of Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. The region has scenic landscape, hiking, lakes, recreational opportunities and other outdoor experiences. The Berkshires also has an impressive cultural scene with music, arts, museums, and live theaters.
The Berkshires can be a bit expensive to visit if you stay at a luxury resort and take advantage of the award winning restaurants in the area. Alternatively, the experience can be equally rewarding by camping, picnicking, and spending your time hiking and enjoying the beautiful natural setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Memphis Prices
USA PricesBerkshires Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMemphis $199Berkshires $297
The average daily cost (per person) in Memphis is $199, while the average daily cost in Berkshires is $297. 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 Memphis and Berkshires in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMemphis $84Berkshires $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMemphis $168Berkshires $282
Compare Hotels in Memphis and Berkshires
Looking for a hotel in Memphis or Berkshires? 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: Memphis Hotel Prices and Berkshires Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Memphis $59Berkshires $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Memphis
Also for Memphis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Memphis Airport (MEM) to Memphis City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $171
- Memphis Airport Transfers: $60
- Private Arrival Transfer from Memphis Airport MEM: $72
- Private Departure Transfer to Memphis Airport MEM: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Memphis or Berkshires?
Prices for flights to both Berkshires and Memphis 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 dayMemphis $74Berkshires $126
Typical Food Prices in Memphis
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Memphis:
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Baskin Robins (for 2)$6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Memphis
For Memphis, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Memphis $45Berkshires $25
Tours and Activities in Memphis
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Memphis.
- Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game Ticket: $3.27
- Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game Ticket at FedExForum: $3.36
- Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Memphis Music Hall of Fame Admission Ticket: $8.00
- Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Entry Ticket to the Edge Motor Museum: $10
- Memphis Botanic Garden Entry Ticket: $12
- A Self Guided Walking Tour of Brews, Blues and BBQ in Memphis: $15
- Woodruff-Fontaine House Museum Admission Ticket in Memphis: $15
- Memphis Self Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- 1-Hour Beale Street Guided Walking Tour: $22
- Beale Street Guided Walking Tour: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMemphis $26Berkshires $31
Sample the Local Flavors in Memphis
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Memphis:
- Drinking Spirits with Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $27
- Haunted Pub Crawl in Memphis: $31
- Guided Bar Crawl on a Pedal Bike: $40
- Memphis Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $69
- Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $69
- #1 Way To See Beale Street, Bar Crawl and Murals: $430
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Memphis and Berkshires, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Memphis much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Memphis would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Memphis 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 Berkshires would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berkshires than you might in Memphis.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Memphis Expensive? and Is Berkshires Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Memphis or Berkshires?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Memphis or Berkshires in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Memphis as well as Berkshires. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Memphis this time of year.
In July, Memphis is generally a little warmer than Berkshires. Daily temperatures in Memphis average around 83°F (29°C), and Berkshires fluctuates around 72°F (22°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Berkshires. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Memphis this time of the year. In the summer, Memphis often gets more sunshine than Berkshires. Memphis gets 328 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berkshires receives 289 hours of full sun.
Memphis usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Berkshires. Memphis gets 2.9 inches (73 mm) of rain, while Berkshires receives 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMemphis 83°F (29°C)Berkshires 72°F (22°C)
Should I visit Memphis or Berkshires in the Autumn?
Both Berkshires and Memphis are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Memphis for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Memphis is much warmer than Berkshires in the autumn. The daily temperature in Memphis averages around 64°F (18°C) in October, and Berkshires fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Memphis. Memphis usually receives more sunshine than Berkshires during autumn. Memphis gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Berkshires receives 162 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Memphis usually receives less rain than Berkshires. Memphis gets 1.6 inches (41 mm) of rain, while Berkshires receives 2.6 inches (67 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMemphis 64°F (18°C)Berkshires 51°F (11°C)
Should I visit Memphis or Berkshires in the Winter?
Both Berkshires and Memphis during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Memphis in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Berkshires can be very cold during winter. Memphis can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Memphis is much warmer than Berkshires. Typically, the winter temperatures in Memphis in January average around 40°F (5°C), and Berkshires averages at about 22°F (-6°C).
In the winter, Memphis often gets more sunshine than Berkshires. Memphis gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berkshires receives 138 hours of full sun.
Memphis usually gets more rain in January than Berkshires. Memphis gets 2.4 inches (62 mm) of rain, while Berkshires receives 1.9 inches (49 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMemphis 40°F (5°C)Berkshires 22°F (-6°C)
Should I visit Memphis or Berkshires in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Memphis and Berkshires. Most visitors come to Memphis for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Memphis is generally much warmer than Berkshires. Daily temperatures in Memphis average around 64°F (18°C), and Berkshires fluctuates around 47°F (9°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Berkshires this time of the year. In Memphis, it's very sunny this time of the year. Memphis usually receives more sunshine than Berkshires during spring. Memphis gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Berkshires receives 223 hours of full sun in the spring.
Memphis gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Memphis usually receives more rain than Berkshires. Memphis gets 4.3 inches (109 mm) of rain, while Berkshires receives 2.6 inches (66 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMemphis 64°F (18°C)Berkshires 47°F (9°C)
Typical Weather for Berkshires and Memphis
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 inches (62 mm) | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Feb | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 24°F (-4°C) | 2 inches (51 mm) |
| Mar | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 inches (106 mm) | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 inches (63 mm) |
| Apr | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 inches (109 mm) | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) | 59°F (15°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Jun | 80°F (27°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Jul | 83°F (29°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Aug | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) | 70°F (21°C) | 3 inches (76 mm) |
| Sep | 76°F (24°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Oct | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 inches (41 mm) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) |
| Nov | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 inches (65 mm) | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Dec | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
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.