Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Diyarbakir?
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 Diyarbakir or Antwerp?
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 Diyarbakir and Antwerp. 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: Diyarbakir or Antwerp?
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Diyarbakir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $93Antwerp $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $93, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $176. 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 Diyarbakir and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $54Antwerp $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $108Antwerp $166
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Antwerp? 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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $21Antwerp $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Transfer Antwerp Luxembourg (1 to 8pl): $283
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $271
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $188
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $176
- Belgium: Private Airport Transfer Service: $105
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Diyarbakir 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 dayDiyarbakir $24Antwerp $79
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.13
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Lunch for Two$0.41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $15Antwerp $9.53
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $297
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $42
- AXE THROWING EXPERIENCE IN ANTWERP: $29
- Antwerp - Private Historic Walking Tour: $407
- Antwerp Audio guided walking tour 2h15 and 21 audio commentary: $6.96
- Antwerp Beer Tour: $99
- Antwerp Beer Tour: $105
- Antwerp Beer Tour: Discover the Diamond City Liquid Gems: $236
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $38
- Antwerp Bike Tours Pop-Up: Christmas Bike Tour + Hot Drink: $52
- Antwerp Bike Tours Specials: Bikes & Boat Tour: $76
- Antwerp Bike Tours: The Highlights & Beyond: $35
- Antwerp Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $12Antwerp $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $19
- Antwerp Pub Crawl: $71
- Wine Tasting Gold in Antwerp: $79
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $105
- Private Wine Tasting in Boomgaardstraat Antwerp: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Diyarbakir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Diyarbakir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Diyarbakir 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Diyarbakir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Antwerp?
Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Antwerp, 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.