Which place is cheaper, Roseau 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 Roseau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Roseau, 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 Roseau?
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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDublin €179Roseau €212
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €179, while the average daily cost in Roseau is €212. 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 Roseau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDublin €68Roseau €118
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDublin €136Roseau €236
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Roseau
Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Roseau? 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 Roseau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dublin €19Roseau €12
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 Private Transfer to Killarney: $844
- One-Way Private Transfer to Cork City: $692
- One-Way Private Transfer to Shannon Airport: $669
- One-Way Private Transfer to Limerick: $634
- Dublin Glasnevin National Cemetery Audio Tour with Transfers: $369
- Jameson and Guinness Private Tour with Transfers: $336
- Dublin Zoo: Skip-the-Line Tickets with Private Transfers: $332
- Private Airport and Dublin City Transfers: $290
- Dublin Airport To Druid Glen Hotel & Golf Resort Private Chauffeur Transfer: $279
- Irish Airport Transfers: $278
- Private Transfer from Dundalk to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $249
- Private Max 5 Luxury Electric Limousine Transfer, Dublin City to Dublin Airport: $244
Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Roseau?
Prices for flights to both Roseau 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 €85Roseau €78
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
- Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $68
- Celtic Nights with Irish Dinner, Music & Dance Show: $81
- Irish Dinner & Dance Show at Johnnie Fox’s: $87
- Delicious Walking Food Tour: $93
- Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket: $99
- Irish Craic & Cuisine: Cooking Class & Dinner in Central Dublin: $113
- Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour: $115
- Local Food Tour with 8 Tastings and Drinks: $116
- Walking Food Tour with local chef, 7 stops or more!: $116
- Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings & Drinks: $130
- Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 6 Food Tastings: $261
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dublin €25Roseau €36
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:
- (Christmas Morning) Glendalough Half Day Tour from Dublin: $85
- (Small Group) Shore Tour from Dublin:Dublin Highlights and Glendalough Day Trip: $126
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Dublin's City Centre: $28
- 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin: $22
- 3-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry & Dingle Peninsula Rail Tour: $1,116
- 5-Day Tour of West Ireland: Blarney Stone & Cliffs of Moher: $1,930
- 6 Hour Private Tour of Dublin: $145
- 6-Day Tour of Southern Ireland from Dublin: $1,023
- A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
- A Silent Disco Walking Tour: $21
- A Spectacular Audio Tour in Dublin Ireland: $15
- A Tour from Dublin to Cork: $1,571
Typical Entertainment Prices in Roseau
For Roseau, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Half Day Taxi Tour of Island€87
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1/2 Day Kayak Rental€31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDublin €17Roseau €15
Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin
Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Awesome Bar Crawl in Dublin Ireland: $15
- Generation Pub Crawl: $16
- Exclusive Brewery Tour and Tasting at Kildare Brewing Co, Sallins: $23
- The Black Experience Pub Tour: $23
- Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $23
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $26
- City Pub Crawl Experience: $29
- Drinks on Foot: Dublin Traditional Pub Tour: $32
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Tour and Tasting 45 mins: $36
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting in German: $36
- Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings: $36
- Jameson Distillery Secret Whiskey Tasting Experience: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dublin and Roseau, we can see that Roseau is more expensive. And not only is Dublin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dublin is in Europe and Roseau 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 Dublin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dublin 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 Roseau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Roseau than you might in Dublin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dublin Expensive? and Is Roseau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dublin or Roseau?
Dublin has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Roseau. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Roseau, 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.