Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad or Amsterdam?
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 Amsterdam or Oranjestad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Oranjestad, 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 Oranjestad?
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. While it is most famous for its canals that cross and weave around the city, it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The historical architecture, scenic bridges, and energetic 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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Aruba, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Aruba.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmsterdam €211Oranjestad €300
The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €211, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad is €300. 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 Oranjestad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmsterdam €102Oranjestad €168
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmsterdam €204Oranjestad €336
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Oranjestad
Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam or Oranjestad? 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 Oranjestad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amsterdam €20Oranjestad €31
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:
- 1 - 15 persons Minibus Amsterdam City transfer: $126
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam Airport to Zaandam: $110
- 1-15 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Amsterdam in Amsterdam City: $109
- 1-23 persons Taxi or Bus Transfer Airport Amsterdam to Den Haag: $286
- Airport Transfer: Schiphol Airport AMS to Amsterdam by Luxury Car: $118
- Airport or Port transfer Business Class (private car service): $177
- Airport transfer Amsterdam Schiphol: $103
- Airport transfer [Schiphol airport - Hotel in Amsterdam]: $115
- Amsterdam & Schiphol Airport to Eindhoven Private Transfer: $236
- Amsterdam & Schiphol Airport to Nijmegen Private Transfer: $230
- Amsterdam & Schiphol Airport to The Hague Private Transfer: $123
- Amsterdam Airport (AMS) Transfer to Amsterdam/Rotterdam/Keukenhof: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oranjestad
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Oranjestad:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket€1.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad:
- Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $130
- Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
- Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Oranjestad?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad 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 €80Oranjestad €97
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.
- Romantic Dinner or Lunch in the Dark Amsterdam: $48
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket & VIP Dinner at Hard Rock Café: $58
- Top 10 Tastes of Guided Walking Food Tour: $70
- Amsterdam Walking Food Tour with 6 Tastings and Drink: $73
- Amsterdam : Guided Cultural Food Tour: $80
- Amsterdam Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $86
- Amsterdam Food Tour: Authentic Dutch Tastings, Canals & Culture: $99
- 10 Tastes of Amsterdam Food Tour: Small Group, Full Meal & Drinks: $107
- Private Dutch Pancake Cooking Class in an Amsterdam Canal Home: $109
- Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour: $117
- Eating Jordaan Food Tour with Dutch Tastings: $125
- Italian Pasta Cooking Class in Amsterdam with Italian Chef: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amsterdam €36Oranjestad €81
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:
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Amsterdam: $3.42
- Amsterdam Alternative Tour: Drugs Policy, Street Art & Jordaan: $3.42
- Self-Guided Tours Amsterdam With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.42
- Two-hour walking tour of Amsterdam with storyteller: $3.43
- Bill's Bike Tour - Rent a Flower Bike in Amsterdam: $5.00
- Anne Frank & WWII Jewish Quarter History Walking Tour Amsterdam: $5.60
- Amsterdam History Walking Tour: $5.71
- Amsterdam Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.71
- Amsterdam Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Mystery Adventure: $6.16
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of The Red Light District: $6.72
- Amsterdam self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt: $7.85
- Vondelpark and Old West Neighbourhood: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
Typical Entertainment Prices in Oranjestad
Here are a few typical costs in Oranjestad for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental€22
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Horseback Riding Tour€62
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Golf€111
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour€88
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba: Guided Countryside Exploration Tour: $45
- 3-Hour Aruba Highlights Guided Tour: $49
- Half-Day Aruba Island Tour with Top Attractions: $55
- Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
- Meet the Animals of Aruba Tour: $57
- Discover the Island of Aruba: 4-Hour Bus Tour & Snorkel: $59
- Full-Day Aruba History and Landmarks Tour: $69
- Aruba Downtown Historic And Cultural Walking Tour: $75
- Sunset Party Bus tour with Champagne toast on the beach.: $77
- Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
- Aruba: North Coast EZ Raider Adventure: $95
- Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmsterdam €24Oranjestad €28
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Halloween Leidseplein Bar Crawl & Nightclub Entry: $29
- Red Light District Halloween Pub Crawl & Nightclub: $29
- Red Light District Pub Crawl in Amsterdam with 4 Shots: $34
- Dutch Wine Tasting Experience: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Oranjestad, we can see that Oranjestad is more expensive. And not only is Amsterdam much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amsterdam is in Europe and Oranjestad 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 Amsterdam would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amsterdam 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 Oranjestad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad than you might in Amsterdam.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amsterdam Expensive? and Is Oranjestad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Oranjestad?
Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Oranjestad. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam and Oranjestad, 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.