Should you visit Agra or Singapore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Singapore, 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: Agra or Singapore?
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in Singapore, and The Best Budget Tours to Singapore.
Which place is cheaper, Singapore or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $55, while the average daily cost in Singapore is $175. 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 Agra and Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Singapore? 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:
Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Tour with Pickup & Transfer.:
$2.07
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Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour with Transfers:
$2.37
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Private Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour with Transfer:
$2.76
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From Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with Transfers:
$2.96
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From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour with Transfer:
$4.50
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Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra:
$5.50
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Agra airport to day tour agra and transfer to agra airport:
$5.92
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Agra Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure:
$5.92
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Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR:
$6.07
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Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour with Guide & Transfer:
$6.20
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From Delhi: Taj Mahal Agra Day Trip with Guide & Transfer:
$7.11
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From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfer:
$7.26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
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Airport/Seaport Arrival Transfer with City Tour:
$313
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Sentosa Island Escapade with Roundtrip Transfers:
$231
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Singapore Zoo & Night Safari with Hotel Transfer:
$213
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Universal Studios Entry Ticket & Hotel Transfer:
$190
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Free Wifi Rental | Two - Way Airport Transfer Minivan (4pax):
$190
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Singapore Bird Park & River Wonder (Tickets & Transfer ) :
$184
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Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket with Transfer:
$180
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SEA Aquarium+Universal Studio Singapore Combo+Roundtrip Transfer:
$179
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Singapore River & Night Safari-COMBO (Shared Transfer):
$174
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Night Safari with Tram Ride and Hotel Transfer:
$166
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Singapore Changi Airport (SIN): Transfer to Downtown hotels:
$163
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Marina Bay Sands & Gardens By The Bay & Transfer:
$158
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore and Agra 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 day
Agra $27
Singapore $49
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Agra Food Tour & Spice Market:
$2.96
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From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK:
$5.33
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Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal:
$5.92
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Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk:
$10
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Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk:
$10
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Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available):
$14
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Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour:
$20
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Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings:
$23
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The Spirit of Agra - Old Market Walking and Food Tour:
$26
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Home-Cooked Indian Dinner Workshop with Local Family:
$26
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Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family:
$30
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Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home:
$30
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast
$4.60
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Sugarcane Juice
$1.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
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Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner:
$47
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Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker:
$56
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Hawker Culture Food Tour and Sightseeing:
$64
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Gourmet Street Food Tour with Tastings:
$65
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Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings:
$66
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Guided Street Food Tour at Night:
$66
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Small Group Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India:
$70
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Eat and Snap in Chinatown Walking Food Tour:
$73
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Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour:
$74
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Private Korean Cooking Class in Balmoral Road:
$76
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Little India Hawker Street Food Tour:
$83
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Hands-on Cooking Class with Cultural Immersion:
$83
Entertainment
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
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From Same Day Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour:
$0.12
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Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour:
$0.83
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Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour:
$1.01
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Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Free Breakfast:
$1.18
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Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Tour:
$1.18
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Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide:
$1.18
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Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour:
$1.18
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Skip The line Taj Mahal Guided Tour:
$1.66
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Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry:
$1.66
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Sunset Taj Mahal Tour with Skip-The-Line & Lateral Entry:
$2.01
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Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options:
$2.04
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Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour:
$2.07
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
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Private Tour Singapore Street Food & Night Tour:
$70
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Singapore's Chinatown "Off The Beaten Track" Foodie Tour :
$108
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3 Ethnic Neighborhoods & UNESCO Street Food / Cultural Experience:
$155
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3 Hour Private Sunset Tour in Singapore:
$248
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5-Hour Peranakan Heritage Tour with Peranakan Tile Painting :
$135
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6-Hours Singapore Tour in Private Car or Minibus with Driver:
$240
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A Magical Evening in Private City Tour:
$109
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Airzone Admission Ticket:
$23
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ArtScience Museum Singapore Entry Ticket with Hotel Pick-Up:
$47
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Artoholic A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$5.20
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Asian Civilisations Museum Admission Ticket:
$12
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Authentic Local Neighborhood, off-the-beaten track tour experience to Ang Mo Kio:
$68
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
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Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl:
$18
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Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl:
$19
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Little India Pub Crawl :
$23
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Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local:
$26
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Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket:
$40
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LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting:
$75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Singapore, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore than you might in Agra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Singapore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Singapore?
Singapore has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Singapore, 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.
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