Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Berlin?
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 Berlin or Saint Thomas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Saint Thomas, 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: Berlin or Saint Thomas?
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin $203Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is $203, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Berlin and Saint Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin $74Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin $148Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Berlin or Saint Thomas? 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: Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin $21Saint Thomas $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.62
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Bahn Ticket$3.48
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Short Taxi Ride$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer to Hanover or Hanover to Berlin: $896
- Vienna: Private transfer Berlin to Vienna: $797
- private transfer to Prague or from Prague to Berlin: $686
- Private transfer to Dresden or Dresden to Berlin: $605
- Private Minivan Transfer with Driver and Guide: $524
- Private Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $399
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $286
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $281
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Prague, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $262
- Private Transfer From Berlin City to Hamburg City: $261
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $242
- Berlin Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $233
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- St.Thomas Airport (STT) to St.Thomas - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $264
- ST.Thomas Private Airport One-Way Transfers: $200
- Cyril E. King Airport STT to Charlotte Amalie RoundTrip Transfer: $198
- Luxury Transfer from St. Thomas Airport to Ritz Carlton: $189
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $189
- Vi Top Taxi - St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $180
- St. Thomas USVI Airport Transfer to the Redhook Ferry: $180
- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Redhook Ferry: $180
- Vi Top Taxi &Tours - Airport Transfer to the Ritz Carlton: $180
- Private Arrival Transfer from Cyril E King Airport to Redhook Bay: $175
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $174
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas and Berlin 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 dayBerlin $104Saint Thomas $94
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.80
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Turkish Sandwich$2.32
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Currywurst$2.32
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2 Pho Noodles$10
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$70
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Mauer Park (2)$13
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Coffees at Impala$9.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Stand-Up Comedy Show with Free Pizza and Free Shots: $17
- English Comedy Show with Pizza and Shots in Central Berlin: $20
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner: $39
- Mitte Culinary Food Tour: $51
- Berlin Mitte Culinary – The Food Tour: $57
- Berlin Food Tour: Taste the Best with a Full Meal & Beer: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Disco - Acrobatics Dinner and Dance - Variety Theater in Berlin: $79
- Candlelight dinner for two – Italian night in Berlin: $81
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $83
- Kreuzberg Food Tour – Five Courses in Wrangelkiez: $87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- St. James Snorkel & Pizza Pi Lunch: $90
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $109
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to Lovango w/ Open Bar and Hors D'oeuvres: $139
- Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour: $145
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
- Pizza Pi Party- Snorkel & Sunset Cruise: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin $26Saint Thomas $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$23
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- "Rock around the Clock" - The Fifties Special Ticket: $58
- 2 Hours Berlin E-Scooter Tour: $64
- 2-H Fabulous Berlin Historical Guided Fat Tire Tour: $76
- 2-Hour Luxurious Private VIP - Berlin Fat Tire Tour: $99
- 3 Hours Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $99
- 5h Berlin private Tour with Guide, Chauffeur & Photographer: $640
- 5h Potsdam private tour with Guide, Chauffeur & Photographer: $652
- AXE THROWING EXPERIENCE IN BERLIN: $29
- Albert Einstein in Berlin Private Guided Tour: $179
- Albert Einstein in Berlin Private Guided Tour: $179
- All-in-One Berlin Highlights on Foot: Private Walking Tour: $217
- Alternative Berlin / Street art tour - Private group: $175
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Tour in the Virgin Islands from Westin St. John: $169
- 1-Hour Guided Jet Ski Tour in St. Thomas from Frenchman's Reef: $159
- 3 Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $139
- Aerial Sightseeing Adventure!: $250
- Best of Mangrove Lagoon Kayak, Hike and Snorkel Adventure with Picnic Lunch: $127
- Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!: $150
- Cas Cay - Kayak Hike and Snorkel Adventure: $79
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
- Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort: $130
- Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $169
- Coral Reef and Turtle Discovery Tour: $159
- Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin $19Saint Thomas $27
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alternative Pub Crawl, Bars, Beats & Insider Stories: $11
- Pub Crawl & Party with Free Shots & VIP Club Access: $12
- Alternative Berlin Pub Crawl: $12
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $17
- Berliner Berg Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $19
- Cirque du Burlesque Berlin show ticket: $21
- Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $22
- Original Pub Crawl Berlin: $23
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $29
- Sip Up Comedy - Stand Up Comedy with Wine Tasting: $31
- Ludwig's Queer Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Wine on Canvas - Paint Workshop and Wine Tasting: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Thomas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Thomas:
- Da Conch Crawl- Walking Tour and Bar Crawl Downtown St. Thomas: $148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Berlin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Berlin is in Europe and Saint Thomas 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 Berlin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Berlin 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 Saint Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas than you might in Berlin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berlin Expensive? and Is Saint Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Saint Thomas?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 170 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Berlin and Saint Thomas, 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 Berlin or Saint Thomas?
Berlin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Berlin or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Berlin in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Berlin is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 19°C (66°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Berlin. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during summer. Berlin gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Berlin usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBerlin 19°C (66°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
Both Saint Thomas and Berlin during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Berlin for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
Berlin is much colder than Saint Thomas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 106 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun.
Saint Thomas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Berlin usually gets less rain in October than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBerlin 10°C (50°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Saint Thomas. The winter months attract visitors to Berlin because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Berlin can be very cold. In the winter, Berlin is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Berlin in January average around -0°C (31°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during winter. Berlin gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Berlin usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBerlin -0°C (31°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Saint Thomas. The activities around the city are the main draw to Berlin this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
In April, Berlin is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 9°C (47°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. In the spring, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 160 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets less rain in April than Saint Thomas. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBerlin 9°C (47°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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