Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Round Pond?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Round Pond or Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Round Pond 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: Round Pond or Quebec City?
Round Pond
Round Pond is a little village located in the town of Bristol, formerly known as Pemaquid. The area draws visitors for a closer to nature experience along Maine's rugged coastline. Bristol also houses the villages of New Harbor, Pemaquid, Bristol Mills, and Chamberlain, which all make up this popular fishing and resort area.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America, The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada.
-
Round Pond Prices
USA PricesQuebec City Prices
Canada Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRound Pond $174Quebec City $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Round Pond is $174, 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 Round Pond and Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRound Pond $70Quebec City $73
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRound Pond $140Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Round Pond and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Round Pond 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Round Pond $60Quebec City $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
-
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 Round Pond or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Round Pond 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
-
Food Meals for one dayRound Pond $70Quebec City $63
Typical Food Prices in Round Pond
Some typical examples of dining costs in Round Pond are as follows:
-
Lunch for Two$28
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
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Round Pond $20Quebec City $24
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
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayRound Pond $12Quebec City $18
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 comparing the travel costs between Round Pond and Quebec City, we can see that Round Pond is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Round Pond Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
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.