Should you visit Arlington or Providence?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Arlington or Providence, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Arlington
Located just across the Potomac River from Washington DC, capital of the United States, Arlington is a city that also has many government sites and monuments that commemorate the nation's past. Two of its most famous features include Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon-the largest office building in the world.
Providence
Providence is the state capital and the largest city in Rhode Island. It's a fascinating city to visit with diverse neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and a rich history. Like much of New England, the winters are cold and snowy with milder summers. It's a great year round destination that has a beautiful setting whether it's covered in snow or in full bloom.
Which city is cheaper, Providence or Arlington?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Arlington is $211, while the average daily cost in Providence is $168. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Arlington and Providence in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Arlington can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is $105, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around $210.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Providence, $182 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Providence, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is $91, such as in a hostel.
Food
Food in Arlington costs travelers about $64 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
In Providence travelers spend around $38 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Arlington $64
Providence $38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Providence
For Providence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Downcity Providence Food Tour:
$74
Local Transportation
Arlington's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $39 per person, per day on transportation in Arlington.
Providence's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $37 per person, per day on transportation in Providence.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arlington
Also for Arlington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private transfer from or to IAD, DCA, JFK, LGA, EWR airports, MD, WDC, and NY:
$700
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Private transfer from DCA airport to Washington DC:
$250
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Round trip transfer in private minivan from-to Ronald R Airport in Washington DC:
$160
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Private Transfer from Washington Reagan Airport to Washington DC by Luxury SUV:
$154
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Round trip transfer in private car from-to Ronald Reagan Airport in Washington:
$128
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Washington, DC: Private Airport Transfer: To or From: (DCA) Reagan National:
$127
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Washington R. Reagan Airport (DCA) to Washington - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$122
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Washington Airport Transfers: National Airport DCA to Washington in Luxury Car:
$106
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Arrival Private Transfer Ronald Reagan Airport DCA to Washington DC by SUV:
$104
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Private Washington DC Transfer: DCA Airport to Hotel:
$103
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Washington Airport Transfers: National Airport DCA to Washington in Luxury SUV:
$82
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Washington Airport Transfers: National Airport DCA to Washington in Luxury Van:
$82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Providence
Also for Providence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Providence to T. F. Green State Airport (PVD) - Departure Private Transfer:
$72
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Providence to Boston’s Logan International Airport - Departure Private Transfer:
$180
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Private Departure Transfer to Providence TF Green Airport PVD:
$36
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Private Chauffeur Transfer: Providence Hotels to Providence Airport (PVD):
$107
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Private Arrival Transfer: Providence Airport (PVD) to Providence Hotels:
$133
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Private Arrival Transfer from Providence TF Green Airport PVD:
$36
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New York’s JFK International Airport to Providence – Departure Private Transfer:
$467
Is it cheaper to fly into Arlington or Providence?
Prices for flights to both Providence and Arlington 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Arlington can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $8.50 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Providence can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $21 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Arlington
For Arlington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan:
$428
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Arlington Cemetery & American History Museum Guided Combo Tour - Private Tour:
$143
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Arlington Cemetery & American History Museum Guided Tour - 8ppl Max:
$143
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Arlington Cemetery Private Tour:
$359
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Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour:
$36
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Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour - 8ppl Max:
$73
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Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour:
$73
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Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour:
$15
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Arlington National Cemetery Private Walking Tour:
$360
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Stuck at the Airport Washington DC Tour:
$450
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Tasting & Tour:
$8.78
Tours and Activities in Providence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Providence.
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Boat Tour of Green Jacket Shoal:
$57
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Haunted Boat Tours:
$39
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Narrated Boat Tours:
$30
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Providence Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure:
$12
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Twilight River Cruises:
$45
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Ultimate Providence Self-Driving Audio Tour:
$7.00
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Arlington spend on average $13 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Providence, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $11.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arlington and Providence, we can see that Arlington is more expensive. And not only is Providence much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Providence would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Providence 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 Arlington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arlington than you might in Providence.
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