Which place is cheaper, Montevideo or Amsterdam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amsterdam or Montevideo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Montevideo, 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: Amsterdam or Montevideo?
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital, and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. There are over one million residents in the metro area. Amsterdam is most famous for its canals that criss cross across the city, but it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The architecture, bridges, and cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
Montevideo
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, and The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmsterdam €175Montevideo €59
The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €175, while the average daily cost in Montevideo is €59. 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 Amsterdam and Montevideo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmsterdam €102Montevideo €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmsterdam €204Montevideo €74
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Montevideo
Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam or Montevideo? 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: Amsterdam Hotel Prices and Montevideo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amsterdam €20Montevideo €6.80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram€3.20
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Renting a Bike€15
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One Hour Canal Cruise€10
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Single Day Transit Pass€2.60
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport€3.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- Private Transfer to/from Bruges: $829
- Kinderdijk & Delft Private Day Trip w/ Transfers: $807
- Private Transfer to/from Brussels: $743
- Private Transfer to/from Antwerp: $592
- Private Transfer to Bruges: $387
- Amsterdam Cruise Port: Private Transfer to The Hague hotels: $335
- Amsterdam and Rotterdam: 1-Way Private Transfer: $312
- Rotterdam: Private transfer to/from Schiphol Airport: $312
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Dordrecht: $288
- Private Direct Transfer from Amsterdam to Bruges: $274
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Airport Amsterdam to Den Haag: $273
- Layover Sightseeing Tour with Airport Transfer: $268
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1 - way - Transfer from Carrasco Interational Airport to Montevideo: $51
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
- Carrasco Airport Transfer: $20
- Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $30
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $26
- Private Transfer from Punta Del Este Port to Carrasco Airport MVD: $72
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $80
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Montevideo?
Prices for flights to both Montevideo and Amsterdam 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 dayAmsterdam €43Montevideo €13
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea€6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Food Tour Amsterdam (Tip Based): $5.46
- Amsterdam Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood : $8.19
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Jordaan Neighbourhood: $13
- Self-Guided Food Tour in De Pijp Neighbourhood: $13
- Self-Guided Food Tour of Amsterdam's De Jordaan District: $14
- Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam with Set Lunch or Dinner: $31
- Exclusive Burger Dinner Cruise: $32
- Dinner Cruise with Fries Bitterballen and Drink from Amsterdam: $38
- Pizza Cruise with Drinks: $40
- Evening Canal Cruise with Pizza and Drinks: $43
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket with A GOLD MENU Hard Rock Dinner: $43
- Food Tour Jordaan District: $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $85
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amsterdam €37Montevideo €19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum€6.00
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House€17
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Amsterdam (Museum Quarter) Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Anne Frank Story & Neighborhood Walk Tour in Amsterdam: $46
- Cheese, Wine with Unlimited Drinks in Amsterdam Luxury Cruise: $54
- 1 Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Audio Guide: $20
- 1 Hour Canal Cruise in Amsterdam: $22
- 1,5 hours Amsterdam Rickshaw Tour: $164
- 1-Hour Canal Cruise in the Evening : $22
- 2 Hour Exclusive Canal Boat Cruise w/ Dutch snacks & Onboard Bar: $43
- 2 Hour Exclusive Canal Cruise: Including drinks & Dutch snacks: $63
- 2 Hours Private Amsterdam Rickshaw Tour: $213
- 2-Hour Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour: $131
- 2-hour Red Light District and Old Town Walking Tour in Amsterdam: $49
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Montevideo's Culture and History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket: $8.00
- Palacio Salvo Official Ticket with Guided Tour: $13
- Tourist Bus "Discover Montevideo": $25
- Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo : $25
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - AudioGuided: $26
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $28
- Shared Montevideo Tour for Cruisers: $30
- Old City Walking Tour with Private Photographer: $30
- Walking Tour with Photographer and Audioguide: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmsterdam €24Montevideo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl with Shots and Beer Maid Guide: $25
- Red Light District Pub Crawl: $27
- Central Pub Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $27
- Central Pub Crawl and Nightlife Experience: $27
- Original Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entrance: $29
- Chateau Urban Wine Tasting and optional bites: $32
- Original Amsterdam Pub Crawl: $33
- Self-guided Red Light District Pub Crawl Mystery: $38
- Leidseplein and Red Light Pub Crawl: 2 Night Pass: $38
- Red Light District and Local Pub Tour: $39
- Dutch Cheese and Wine Tasting: $43
- Dutch Wine Tasting || Amsterdam City Centre: $48
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Half Day Tour at Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $120
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $210
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Montevideo, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Montevideo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amsterdam is in Europe and Montevideo is in South America, 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 Montevideo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montevideo 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam than you might in Montevideo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amsterdam Expensive? and Is Montevideo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Montevideo?
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Amsterdam. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam and Montevideo, 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.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam or Montevideo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Montevideo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Amsterdam has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Amsterdam or Montevideo in the Summer?
Both Montevideo and Amsterdam during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Amsterdam this time of year.
In the summer, Amsterdam is cooler than Montevideo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amsterdam in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Montevideo averages at about 24°C (75°F)in January.
In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amsterdam. In the summer, Amsterdam often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin January. Amsterdam gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 296 hours of full sun.
Amsterdam usually gets less rain in July than Montevideoin January. Amsterdam gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAmsterdam 17°C (62°F)Montevideo 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Montevideo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amsterdam and Montevideo. Many travelers come to Amsterdam for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Amsterdam is generally much colder than Montevideoin April. Daily temperatures in Amsterdam average around 11°C (51°F), and Montevideo fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Amsterdam usually receives less sunshine than Montevideo during autumn. Amsterdam gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 171 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Amsterdam usually receives less rain than Montevideoin April. Amsterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAmsterdam 11°C (51°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Montevideo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Amsterdam as well as Montevideo. Many visitors come to Amsterdam in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Amsterdam can get quite cold in the winter. Amsterdam is much colder than Montevideo in the winter. The daily temperature in Amsterdam averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Montevideo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
In the winter, Amsterdam often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin July. Amsterdam gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 135 hours of full sun.
Amsterdam usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Montevideoin July. Amsterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAmsterdam 2°C (36°F)Montevideo 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Amsterdam or Montevideo in the Spring?
Both Montevideo and Amsterdam are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Amsterdam for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Amsterdam is much colder than Montevideo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amsterdam in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Montevideo averages at about 17°C (63°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Montevideo. Amsterdam usually receives less sunshine than Montevideo during spring. Amsterdam gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 248 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. In April, Amsterdam usually receives less rain than Montevideoin October. Amsterdam gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAmsterdam 8°C (46°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Montevideo and Amsterdam
| Amsterdam | Montevideo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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