Is Saint John's Expensive?

Is Saint John's expensive to visit?

Saint John's is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $222. Compared to the rest of the Caribbean Islands, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in the Caribbean Islands for its travel costs, comparable to places like Saint Thomas and Saint Croix.

How expensive is Saint John's?

The average cost of traveling to Saint John's can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $222 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Saint John's here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Saint John's?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Saint John's will cost around $667 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $1,334.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Saint John's?

On average, a one week trip to Saint John's costs about $1,556 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $3,112.

Is it expensive to backpack in Saint John's?

Saint John's is often overlooked by backpackers, as there is a very limited selection of hostels. Because there aren't any hostels and few other amenities that cater to backpackers, prices might be higher than you'd expect. This is particularly true for solo travelers who many have to pay the full cost for a hotel room. To save money, look for budget hotels in convenient locations.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Saint John's?

Activities and things to do in Saint John's can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $103 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $109.

    • 6-Hours Guided Stingray Tour in the East Coast of Antigua: $161
    • Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
    • Outback Antigua Tour: $145
    • Rastafari, Eco Island Day Tour: $168
    • Luxury Island Platinum Tour: $205
    • Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
    • Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua: $125
    • Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure: $125

    Is food expensive in Saint John's?

    Food in Saint John's can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $68 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $83. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
    • City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
    • Discover the Flavors of St. Johns Food Tour: $125

    Is transportation expensive in Saint John's?

    The prices of local transportation in Saint John's can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $17 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $23. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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