Which place is cheaper, Saint George's 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 Saint George's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Saint George's, 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 Saint George's?
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 €179Saint George's €248
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €179, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is €248. 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 Saint George's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDublin €68Saint George's €149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDublin €136Saint George's €298
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Saint George's
Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Saint George's? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dublin €19Saint George's €8.51
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:
- The Westin Hotel Dublin To Dublin Airport Private Chauffeur Transfer: $184
- Temple Bar Dublin City To Dublin Airport Private Car Transfer: $192
- Private Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Luxury Van: $129
- Private Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Business Car: $119
- Private Transfer: Dublin Airport DUB to Dublin by Luxury Van: $129
- Private Transfer from Dundalk to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $207
- Private Transfer from Dundalk to Belfast Airport (BFS): $196
- Private Transfer from Dun Laoghaire Cruise Port to Dublin City: $131
- Private Transfer from Dublin city Center to Dublin airport One way Minivan: $176
- Private Transfer from Dublin airport to Dublin city center - One way Minivan: $203
- Private Transfer from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Dun Laoghaire Port: $131
- Private Sedan (4 seats) Transfer from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Center: $105
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:
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Taxi From Airport€26
Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Saint George's?
Prices for flights to both Saint George's 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 €85Saint George's €79
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
Typical Food Prices in Saint George's
For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ginger Bun€0.47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dublin €25Saint George's €58
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:
- A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
- (Small Group) Shore Tour from Dublin:Dublin Highlights and Glendalough Day Trip: $131
- (Spanish) Cliffs of Moher and Galway tour from Dublin: $90
- 1-Hour Cocktail Masterclass Experience in Dublin: $57
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Dublin's City Centre: $23
- 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour from Dublin : $23
- 5*Premium Small Group Tours. Dublin Jameson & Guinness Storehouse: $194
- 5-Day Tour of West Ireland: Blarney Stone & Cliffs of Moher: $1,688
- 6-Day Tour of Southern Ireland from Dublin: $1,033
- 90 Minute Dublin Walking tour and Sightseeing tips: $22
- A Tour from Dublin to Cork: $1,586
- A Unique and Fun 1 Hour city tour of Dublin: $42
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Saint George's's activities, tours, and tickets:
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9 Holes of Golf€19
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Evening Sailing Trip€13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDublin €17Saint George's €19
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 Saint George's, we can see that Saint George's 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 Saint George's 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 Saint George's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint George's 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 Saint George's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dublin or Saint George's?
Dublin has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Saint George's, 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.