Which place is cheaper, Berkshires or Tampa?
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 Tampa or Berkshires?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tampa or Berkshires? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tampa or Berkshires?
Tampa
On the north shore of Tampa Bay, across the water from Saint Peterburg, is the city of Tampa. The city has a population of almost 350,000. The metropolitan area includes Tampa, St. Peterburg, and Clearwater. It has about 2.9 million residents and is the second largest metropolitan area in the state. The city is a popular destination for outdoor activities and in 2008 it was ranked the 5th best outdoor city by Forbes.
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 Las Vegas, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Tampa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampa $218Berkshires $297
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampa is $218, 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 Tampa and Berkshires in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampa $85Berkshires $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampa $170Berkshires $282
Compare Hotels in Tampa and Berkshires
Looking for a hotel in Tampa 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: Tampa Hotel Prices and Berkshires Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampa $69Berkshires $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampa
Also for Tampa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Tampa Airport TPA to Tampa City in Luxury SUV: $94
- Clearwater Beach to St.Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) -Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Lakeland / Winter Haven to Tampa Airport (TPA) - Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Private Arrival Transfer - from Tampa Airport (TPA): $36
- Private One-way Transfer from Tampa Airport To Tampa: $100
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA) to St Petersburg Accommodation: $144
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport TPA to Lakeland/Winter Haven: $144
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport to Land O' Lakes Florida: $100
- Private Transfer from Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa hotels: $59
- Private transfer Tampa airport To Ruskin, FL: $112
- Private transfer from Tampa airport To Zephyrhills, FL: $155
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA): $76
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampa or Berkshires?
Prices for flights to both Berkshires and Tampa 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 dayTampa $92Berkshires $126
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampa
For Tampa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ybor City Food Tour with 5 Local Delicacies Tastings: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampa $20Berkshires $25
Tours and Activities in Tampa
For Tampa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Historic Ybor City Self Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Ybor City Immigrant influence Smart Phone guided App (GPS) walking tour: $9.75
- Tampa's Highlights Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $9.99
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Tampa by Crazy Dash: $10
- Tampa Riverwalk Private Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $11
- Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Tampa with Holly Jolly Hunt: $20
- Tampa Bay Lightning Ice Hockey Game Ticket: $23
- Tides of Tethered Terror: Tampa Ghost Tours: $24
- Selfie WRLD Admission Ticket: $25
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park Ticket with After Hours Option: $30
- Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour: $31
- Tampa History Cruise: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampa $26Berkshires $31
Sample the Local Flavors in Tampa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tampa:
- Tampa Bar Hunt: Tampa Takeover Bar Crawl: $12
- Naples Bar Crawl Experience: $15
- Tampa Terrors: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Tampa Terrors Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Wine Tasting Experience in Historic Ybor: $40
- Tampa Bar Crawl on New Street Legal Golf Cart: $40
- Downtown 3-Hour Food and Wine Tour: $145
- Tampa's Top Dive Bar Tour Experience by Golf Cart: $275
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampa and Berkshires, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Tampa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tampa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tampa 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 Tampa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampa Expensive? and Is Berkshires Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tampa 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 Tampa or Berkshires in the Summer?
Both Berkshires and Tampa during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tampa in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Tampa is generally a little warmer than Berkshires. Daily temperatures in Tampa average around 82°F (28°C), and Berkshires fluctuates around 72°F (22°C).
In Berkshires, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tampa. In the summer, Tampa often gets less sunshine than Berkshires. Tampa gets 265 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berkshires receives 289 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tampa. Tampa usually gets more rain in July than Berkshires. Tampa gets 8.4 inches (214 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 JulyTampa 82°F (28°C)Berkshires 72°F (22°C)
Should I visit Tampa or Berkshires in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampa and Berkshires. Most visitors come to Tampa for the city's sights and attractions during these months.
Tampa is much warmer than Berkshires in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tampa averages around 75°F (24°C) in October, and Berkshires fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).
In Tampa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tampa usually receives more sunshine than Berkshires during autumn. Tampa gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Berkshires receives 162 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tampa usually receives around the same amount of rain as Berkshires. Tampa gets 2.6 inches (65 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 OctoberTampa 75°F (24°C)Berkshires 51°F (11°C)
Should I visit Tampa or Berkshires in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tampa as well as Berkshires. The winter months attract visitors to Tampa because of the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Berkshires in the winter. In the winter, Tampa is much warmer than Berkshires. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tampa in January average around 60°F (15°C), and Berkshires averages at about 22°F (-6°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tampa this time of the year. In the winter, Tampa often gets more sunshine than Berkshires. Tampa gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berkshires receives 138 hours of full sun.
Tampa usually gets more rain in January than Berkshires. Tampa gets 2.3 inches (59 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 JanuaryTampa 60°F (15°C)Berkshires 22°F (-6°C)
Should I visit Tampa or Berkshires in the Spring?
Both Berkshires and Tampa are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Tampa this time of year.
In April, Tampa is generally much warmer than Berkshires. Daily temperatures in Tampa average around 71°F (22°C), and Berkshires fluctuates around 47°F (9°C).
It's quite sunny in Berkshires. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tampa. Tampa usually receives more sunshine than Berkshires during spring. Tampa gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Berkshires receives 223 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tampa usually receives less rain than Berkshires. Tampa gets 2.1 inches (53 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 AprilTampa 71°F (22°C)Berkshires 47°F (9°C)
Typical Weather for Berkshires and Tampa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 inches (59 mm) | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Feb | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 24°F (-4°C) | 2 inches (51 mm) |
| Mar | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 inches (63 mm) |
| Apr | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) | 59°F (15°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Jun | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 inches (165 mm) | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Jul | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 inches (214 mm) | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Aug | 82°F (28°C) | 8 inches (203 mm) | 70°F (21°C) | 3 inches (76 mm) |
| Sep | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 inches (161 mm) | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Oct | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 inches (65 mm) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) |
| Nov | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Dec | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 inches (56 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.