A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Quepos vs. Cordoba for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Quepos or Cordoba?

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 Quepos and Cordoba can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Quepos or Cordoba?

Quepos

Quepos is both a district and the capital of Aguirre canton in the Puntareanas Province of Costa Rica. The town is quite small, and the district has a population of about 22,000 people. Quepos is a popular tourist destination in Costa Rica due to its close proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific Coast. The town's economy is centered around tourism and there is no shortage of bars and restaurants in the area. The town also has a lively nightlife for such a small community.

Cordoba

Cordoba is the capital of the Cordoba province and the second largest city in all of Argentina. The city is in a beautiful setting surrounded by valleys and hills. Within the city you will find many colonial buildings and beautiful architecture. Cordoba also has many universities and scientific institutes, giving it the nickname "La Docta." Because of the large number of students, Cordoba's population is young and active, which keeps the atmosphere light and fun.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Costa Rica, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Costa Rica, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Quepos and Cordoba, we can see that Quepos is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Quepos is in Central America and Cordoba is in South 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 Cordoba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cordoba 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 Quepos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quepos than you might in Cordoba.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Quepos Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Quepos or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Quepos. When comparing the sizes of Quepos and Cordoba, 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.

When is the best time to visit Quepos or Cordoba?

Cordoba has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Quepos experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Quepos or Cordoba in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Quepos and Cordoba. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Quepos year-round.

In the summer, Quepos is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Quepos in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Cordoba averages at about 10°C (50°F)in January.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. Quepos usually receives less sunshine than Cordoba during summer. Quepos gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 277 hours of full sun in the summer.

Quepos gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Quepos usually receives more rain than Cordobain January. Quepos gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Quepos or Cordoba in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Quepos as well as Cordoba. Quepos attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Quepos is generally much warmer than Cordobain April. Daily temperatures in Quepos average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In the autumn, Quepos often gets less sunshine than Cordobain April. Quepos gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 196 hours of full sun.

Quepos receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Quepos usually gets more rain in October than Cordobain April. Quepos gets 254 mm (10 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Quepos is the dry season. Also, May to November in Quepos is the hurricane season.

Should I visit Quepos or Cordoba in the Winter?

Both Cordoba and Quepos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Quepos throughout the year.

Quepos is around the same temperature as Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Quepos averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in July.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Quepos. Quepos usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during winter. Quepos gets 264 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 189 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Quepos usually receives less rain than Cordobain July. Quepos gets 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Quepos or Cordoba in the Spring?

Both Cordoba and Quepos during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Quepos because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the spring, Quepos is much warmer than Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Quepos in April average around 29°C (85°F), and Cordoba averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.

In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Quepos. In the spring, Quepos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordobain October. Quepos gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 243 hours of full sun.

Quepos usually gets less rain in April than Cordobain October. Quepos gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Quepos. Also, the hurricane season in Quepos is May to November.

Typical Weather for Cordoba and Quepos