Which place is cheaper, Bridgetown or Dublin?
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 Dublin or Bridgetown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Bridgetown, 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: Dublin or Bridgetown?
Dublin
Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Ireland, and The Best Luxury Tours to Ireland.
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Dublin Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDublin €179Bridgetown €103
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €179, while the average daily cost in Bridgetown is €103. 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 Dublin and Bridgetown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDublin €68Bridgetown €62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDublin €136Bridgetown €124
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Bridgetown
Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Bridgetown? 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: Dublin Hotel Prices and Bridgetown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dublin €19Bridgetown €7.20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Dublin:
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Rental Car for a Day€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:
- One-Way Bus Transfer from/to Dublin Airport: $12
- Dublin DUB Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $36
- Airport Transfer and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $43
- Dublin Cruise Ship Shore Excursion|Hop-on Hop-off & Rail Transfer: $44
- Private Dublin Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $66
- Dublin Airport (DUB) Private Transfer to Dublin City Centre: $82
- Driven by Excellence , Defined by Prestige Wheels Transfers: $94
- Private Sedan (4 seats) Transfer from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Center: $105
- Departure Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Business Car: $119
- Private Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Business Car: $119
- Departure Transfer Dublin to Dublin Airport by Van or Minibus: $127
- Arrival Transfer Dublin Airport to Dublin City by Van or Minibus: $127
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bridgetown
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bridgetown:
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Minibus Ride€0.63
Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Bridgetown?
Prices for flights to both Bridgetown and Dublin 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 dayDublin €85Bridgetown €32
Typical Food Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:
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Lunch Lynam's Pub€3.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dublin.
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $32
- Food on Foot: Dublin Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $33
- Dublin Irish House Party Live Show, Dinner Option Available: $36
- Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $59
- Dublin Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
- Grand Canal Cruise with Dinner: $82
- Irish Dinner & Dance Show at Johnnie Fox’s: $88
- Ultimate Dublin Food Tour: $93
- Delicious Walking Food Tour: $94
- Delicious Dublin Food Tour: $96
- Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket: $102
- Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dublin €25Bridgetown €21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dublin
Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Wild Wicklow Tour€26
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Guinness Brewery for Two€27
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St Pauls Cathedral€4.50
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Dublin Writer's Museum€6.30
Tours and Activities in Dublin
Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self Guided Tours Dublin With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.59
- Historic Landmarks Walking Tour: $4.70
- Dublin Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.88
- Dublin Ghost Hunt Exploration Game and Tour: $6.00
- Ardgillan Castle Entry Ticket: $7.05
- Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History: $7.21
- Dublin Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.40
- Dublin Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
- The Mystical Hill of Tara: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Scenic Coastal Dublin (Dun Laoghaire): $10
- A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
- Dublin Highlights Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bridgetown
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bridgetown are as follows:
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Turtle & Shipwreck Tour€34
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1/2 Hr Helicopter Tour€147
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDublin €17Bridgetown €7.25
Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin
Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Generation Pub Crawl: $16
- Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $24
- The Black Experience Pub Tour: $24
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $26
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery: Trilogy Experience: $26
- City Pub Crawl Experience: $29
- Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings: $36
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins: $37
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Guided tour and Tasting in French: $37
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour Through the Heart of Irelands Capital: $38
- Jameson Distillery Secret Whiskey Tasting Experience: $47
- Gin Tasting Masterclass In Stillgarden Distillery: $48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dublin and Bridgetown, we can see that Dublin is more expensive. And not only is Bridgetown much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dublin is in Europe and Bridgetown 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 Bridgetown would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bridgetown 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 Dublin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dublin than you might in Bridgetown.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dublin Expensive? and Is Bridgetown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dublin or Bridgetown?
Dublin has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bridgetown. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Bridgetown, 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.