Which place is cheaper, Olympic National Park or Ponce?
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 Ponce or Olympic National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ponce and Olympic National Park 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: Ponce or Olympic National Park?
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is in Washington State and was originally established as a national monument in 1909. The area is known for its large Sitka spice and Douglas fir trees, which can be found in the Hoh and Queets rainforest valleys on the western side of the park. The area's temperate rainforest climate creates lush thick moss and dense vegetation that gives the setting a fairytale quality.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Ponce Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPonce $230Olympic National Park $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Ponce is $230, while the average daily cost in Olympic National Park is $150. 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 Ponce and Olympic National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPonce $151Olympic National Park $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPonce $302Olympic National Park $98
Compare Hotels in Ponce and Olympic National Park
Looking for a hotel in Ponce or Olympic 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ponce $10Olympic National Park $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
Is it cheaper to fly into Ponce or Olympic National Park?
Prices for flights to both Olympic National Park and Ponce 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 dayPonce $61Olympic National Park $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ponce $56Olympic National Park $26
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Private Sunset Walking Tour in San Juan: $25
- Guided Walking Tour in Ponce: $30
- Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
- La Perla Cultural Tour: $35
- Prive Tours in Puerto Rico: $40
- Las Tinajas Waterfall: Guided Short Hike Adventure from Fajardo: $55
- Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan : $60
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Half-Day Small-Group River Experience in El Yunque with Local : $68
- El Yunque Rainforest, Waterslides & Beach Tour from San Juan: $75
- Party Bus Experience in San Juan, Puerto Rico: $79
Tours and Activities in Olympic National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Olympic National Park are as follows:
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Olympic National Park: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPonce $16Olympic National Park $5.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ponce and Olympic National Park, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Olympic National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ponce is in Caribbean Islands and Olympic National Park is in North 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 Olympic National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympic 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce than you might in Olympic National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ponce Expensive? and Is Olympic National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Ponce or Olympic National Park?
Olympic National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ponce or Olympic National Park in the Summer?
Both Olympic National Park and Ponce are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Olympic National Park in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Ponce is much warmer than Olympic National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Ponce averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
It's quite sunny in Olympic National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. Ponce usually receives more sunshine than Olympic National Park during summer. Ponce gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Olympic National Park receives 210 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ponce usually receives more rain than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 2.8 inches (70 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPonce 28°C (83°F)Olympic National Park 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Ponce or Olympic National Park in the Autumn?
Both Olympic National Park and Ponce during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Olympic National Park for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Ponce is much warmer than Olympic National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ponce in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Olympic National Park averages at about 51°F (10°C).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. In the autumn, Ponce often gets more sunshine than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympic National Park receives 113 hours of full sun.
Olympic National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Ponce. Ponce usually gets less rain in October than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 10.4 inches (263 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPonce 28°C (82°F)Olympic National Park 51°F (10°C)
Should I visit Ponce or Olympic National Park in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ponce and Olympic National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Olympic National Park because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Olympic National Park can be very cold. In January, Ponce is generally much warmer than Olympic National Park. Daily temperatures in Ponce average around 25°C (77°F), and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 41°F (5°C).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ponce usually receives more sunshine than Olympic National Park during winter. Ponce gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Olympic National Park receives 56 hours of full sun in the winter.
Olympic National Park receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Ponce usually receives less rain than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 13.7 inches (349 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPonce 25°C (77°F)Olympic National Park 41°F (5°C)
Should I visit Ponce or Olympic National Park in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ponce as well as Olympic National Park. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Olympic National Park this time of year.
Ponce is much warmer than Olympic National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Ponce averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 47°F (8°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. In the spring, Ponce often gets more sunshine than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 272 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympic National Park receives 148 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Olympic National Park. Ponce usually gets less rain in April than Olympic National Park. Ponce gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 7.4 inches (189 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPonce 26°C (79°F)Olympic National Park 47°F (8°C)
Typical Weather for Olympic National Park and Ponce
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 41°F (5°C) | 13.7 inches (349 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 43°F (6°C) | 12.2 inches (311 mm) |
| Mar | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 44°F (7°C) | 11.6 inches (294 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 7.4 inches (189 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 5.6 inches (142 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 58°F (14°C) | 5 inches (126 mm) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 51°F (10°C) | 10.4 inches (263 mm) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 14 inches (355 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 41°F (5°C) | 15 inches (380 mm) |
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