Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Bruges?
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 Bruges or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Bruges and Guatemala City. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Bruges or Guatemala City?
Bruges
Located in the northern part of Belgium, in Flanders, Bruges is one of the most charming and well preserved cities in Europe. With its stone streets and charming shops, it is a postcard perfect city that seems to have jumped out of the pages of a Disney fairytale. The city itself is quite compact, adding to the charm and making it easily walkable. Even given its old world charm, it manages to present a cosmopolitan air as well. There's an active nightlife, but during the day the historical city center is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. You can take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or you can wander around on your own. Be sure to swing into some of the museums, cathedrals, and churches you'll see along the way. There are now shops everywhere that are designed to appeal to tourists. While some may be easy to walk by, it takes the strongest souls to ignore the chocolate shops you'll see on your way.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Belgium, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBruges €161Guatemala City €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Bruges is €161, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €49. 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 Bruges and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBruges €59Guatemala City €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBruges €118Guatemala City €42
Compare Hotels in Bruges and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Bruges or Guatemala City? 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: Bruges Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bruges €17Guatemala City €5.42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bruges:
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Five Day Bus Pass€15
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Bike Rental for Day€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bruges
Also for Bruges, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bruges hotel to Ostend Airport (OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Bruges to Ostend Bruges Airport(OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Bruges hotels: $74
- Private Transfer from Bruges City Hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $74
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotel - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $142
- Ostend Bruges Airport(OST) to Bruges- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
- Private transfer from Bruges to Lille, English-speaking driver: $147
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to Brussels: $152
- Private transfer from Bruges to Brussels, 2h Stop in Ghent: $212
- Private Transfer from Ostend Bruges Airport OST to Zeebrugge Port: $236
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Brussels hotels: $242
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Panajachel or Atitlan: $254
- Private Museums Tour with Transfers: $225
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
- Private transfer - San Pedro la Laguna to Guatemala City: $200
- Private Transfers from Guatemala city to Panajachel: $200
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $185
- Transfer Private Group Airport to Antigua or Viceversa: $120
- Private Transfer from Guatemala Airport GUA to Lake Atitlán: $96
- Private Transfer from Airport to Santa Catarina Palopó: $88
- Private Transfer From La Aurora AirPort to Panajachel Atitlan: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Bruges or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Bruges 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 dayBruges €89Guatemala City €23
Typical Food Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bruges:
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Cup of Tea€2.00
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Sandwich for Lunch€3.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small‑Group Food Tour: Eight Signature Tastings of Bruges: $123
- Bruges Food Tour : Beer, Chocolate, Waffles & Fries in German: $130
- Bruges Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $152
- The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour: $159
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $162
- Private Bruges Food Tour: 8 Tastings of Local Delicacies: $176
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Guatemala: Wine and Pizza Tasting Experience: $35
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $80
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza with Great Volcano Views: $205
- Puerto Quetzal: Private Tour Pacaya Volcano 4x4 and Pizza: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bruges €15Guatemala City €1.06
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Groeninge Museum Entrance€8.00
Tours and Activities in Bruges
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bruges.
- 2-Hour Bruges Walking Tour with Chocolate Tasting: $3.53
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges: $3.53
- THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips: $3.53
- Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges: $3.53
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Bruges: $3.53
- Small-Group Tour of Bruges with a local. Including praline: $3.54
- 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included: $3.54
- Medieval Tour in Bruges with Chocolate Tasting: $3.54
- Self-Guided Secrets Tour - Explore Bruges & Miss nothing: $4.72
- Secrets and Stories of Bruges Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Unknown A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of the Medieval Metropole: $7.99
- Bruges Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- 1 Day Lake Atitlan Tour from Guatemala City: $150
- 2-Day Tour: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlan and Hobbitenango: $299
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $199
- 3-Day Antigua Guatemala and Pacaya Volcano Adventure: $256
- Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite: $245
- Antigua City Tour Full Day From Guatemala City: $60
- Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City: $78
- Antigua Guatemala Cultural Tour History and Gastronomy: $100
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Tour from Guatemala City: $79
- Antigua Guatemala NIGHT Photo Tour FROM Guatemala City: $125
- Antigua walking tour from Guatemala City: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBruges €11Guatemala City €6.01
Sample the Local Flavors in Bruges
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bruges:
- Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery Visit: $19
- Bruges Brewery & Distillery – Discover at Your Own Pace: $19
- Bruges Brewery & Distillery - Discover & Taste on your own pace: $33
- Bruges Brewery & Distillery - Discover the Spirits of Bruges: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bruges and Guatemala City, we can see that Bruges is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bruges is in Europe and Guatemala City is in Central 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Bruges would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bruges than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bruges Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bruges or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bruges. When comparing the sizes of Bruges and Guatemala City, 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.