Which place is cheaper, Bridgetown or Accra?
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 Accra or Bridgetown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Bridgetown, 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: Accra or Bridgetown?
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, and The Best Safaris in Ghana.
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Accra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAccra $53Bridgetown $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $53, while the average daily cost in Bridgetown is $122. 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 Accra and Bridgetown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $23Bridgetown $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $46Bridgetown $146
Compare Hotels in Accra and Bridgetown
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Bridgetown? 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: Accra Hotel Prices and Bridgetown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $20Bridgetown $8.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $35
- Private Accra Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet: $39
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $76
- Accra Private Airport Transfer: Zero-Stress Meet & Greet: $80
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bridgetown
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bridgetown:
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Minibus Ride$0.74
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Bridgetown?
Prices for flights to both Bridgetown and Accra 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 dayAccra $20Bridgetown $38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Accra Osu Night Market Food Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $90
- Private 1 to 2 Hours Street Food Tour in Ghana: $100
- Accra, Ghana: Private Home-Style Ghanaian Cooking Class: $130
- 12-Course Heritage Tasting Dinner & Optional Nightlife Experience: $130
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
- Food Tour in Accra: $292
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $4.05Bridgetown $25
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- Accra Guided City Tour Cultural and Historical Experience: $40
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
- Accra City Day Tour Experience.: $43
- Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $45
- African Alcoholic Drinks Tasting Experience: $50
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $51
- Ghanaian Food Tasting Experience with Music and Drinks: $54
- Ticket to Legacy Rhythm and Fire Show in Ghana: $60
- Accra Textiles and Fashion Tour: $60
- Accra Nightlife Tour: Experience Great Vibes & 2 Free drinks: $60
- Half-Day Private Tour of Nima Market with Pick Up: $65
- Accra Guided City Tour: $70
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bridgetown
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bridgetown are as follows:
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Turtle & Shipwreck Tour$40
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1/2 Hr Helicopter Tour$174
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $5.80Bridgetown $8.55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Bridgetown, we can see that Bridgetown is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Bridgetown is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Bridgetown would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bridgetown than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Bridgetown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or Bridgetown?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bridgetown. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Bridgetown, 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.
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.