Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Brussels?
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 Brussels or Antigua Guatemala?
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 Brussels and Antigua Guatemala. 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: Brussels or Antigua Guatemala?
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €165Antigua Guatemala €66
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is €66. 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 Brussels and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Antigua Guatemala €20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Antigua Guatemala €40
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Brussels or Antigua Guatemala? 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: Brussels Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Antigua Guatemala €11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass€4.50
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Atomium train ticket (2)€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- Brussels & Atomium: Private Tour with Transfer and Tasting: $813
- Brussels to Amsterdam: Private Transfer with a Stop in Antwerp: $291
- Private Transfer from Brussels Airport (BRU) to IJmuiden Port: $287
- VIP Transfer between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Antwerp: $268
- Private Transfer from Brussels hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $234
- Private transfer in Belgium Brussels Charleroi: $217
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels to Maastricht by Business car: $204
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $185
- Private door-to-door transfer from Brussels to Lille, France: $182
- Private transfer From Charleroi airport to Bruges by luxury car: $181
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 3 Pax: $163
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $163
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- One-Way Shared Van Transfer to Panajachel: $25
- Antigua: One way private transfer to Guatemala City: $69
- Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
- Antigua: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Antigua: Private Transfer to Guatemala City Airport: $30
- From Antigua Guatemala One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $34
- From Antigua: One way private transfer to Panajachel: $194
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- From Panajachel: One Way Shared Transfers to Antigua: $25
- Guatemala City Airport: Private Transfer to Antigua: $30
- One Way Shared Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Flores Peten: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Brussels 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 dayBrussels €66Antigua Guatemala €22
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons€4.60
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)€4.75
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Cheese€5.60
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Olives and Snacks€6.98
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Waffle€3.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Chocolate and Beer Food Tour of Brussels: $44
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Brussels Food Tour: Main Dish, Beer, Waffle & Chocolate: $93
- Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
- Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $108
- Walking Food Tour with Chocolate, Beer, & Waffles: $111
- Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $123
- Brussels Private Food Tour: Waffles, Fries, Beer & Local History: $147
- Food Tour of 10 Tastings - Waffles, Beers & More: $147
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $183
- Brussels Food Tour: Private & Personalized with a Local Guide: $238
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch€2.92
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Lunch€7.01
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mamma Yamma PACAYA COOKING CLASS by chef David Farfán: $38
- Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
- Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
- Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
- Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop: $50
- Pepián Plates Antigua Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $59
- Mayan Meals Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $59
- Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
- Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $75
- Guatemalan Mayan Cooking Workshop: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Antigua Guatemala €14
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "From Waterloo Battlefield History Private Tour: $500
- 600 Years of History and Heritage: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leuven: $12
- A Self-Guided Tour of From Medieval to Modern Times: $12
- Antwerp Tour from Brussels: $65
- Architecture Tour of Brussels: $29
- Art Nouveau Half-Day Tour with Chocolate Tasting in Brussels: $148
- Artistic Bruges on a Private Tour with a local: $74
- Audio Guided Walking Tour of Brussels: $5.70
- Axe Throwing Experience: $20
- Battle of the Bulge & Gen Patton Private Tour from Brussels: $1,454
- Belgian Beer World Experience and GoPhoto ticket included: $30
- Belgian Beer World Experience: Beer Tasting + Rooftop Beer: $20
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- Antigua Guatemala Historic Center Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $5.00
- Signature Lattes Tasting Experience in Antigua for Coffee Lovers: $14
- Half-Day Walking Tour: $20
- Antigua Guatemala Walking Tour: History, Culture & Landmarks: $20
- City Walking Tour by Chef David Farfan: $20
- Guided City Tour with Chef David Farfan: $20
- Cultural and Fun Walking Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $22
- Walking Tour with Local Guide: $23
- From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish: $23
- Antigua Walking Tour: $24
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee: $24
- Walking tour Jewels of Antigua : A Tour of the Unmissable: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Antigua Guatemala €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€10
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Beer€6.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Mario Kart Championship at Micro Brewery & Distillery: $5.13
- Immersive Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings - Brussels Area: $18
- Brussels Pub Crawl - Nightlife & Party Experience: $22
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $23
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- Discovery of the La Senne Brewery: $30
- Sip the Unexpected at a Hidden Leuven Brewery: $57
- Beer Pong Session at a Micro Brewery & Distillery: $74
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $76
- Lambic Brewery Hopping in the South of Brussels: $113
- Brewing Workshop at Tipsy Tribe Brewery & Distillery: $170
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Antigua Guatemala 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 Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Antigua Guatemala?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Antigua Guatemala, 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.