Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Florence?
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 Florence or Saint John?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Florence or Saint John, 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: Florence or Saint John?
Florence
Florence is the capital of Tuscany and one of the most well known cities in Italy for its art and cultural scenes. The city is rooted in history and you can see this in the architecture, statues, gardens, and art that are everywhere around town. This city truly is a living museum. You should allow yourself at least a couple of days to explore Florence and if you can afford more, it is well worth the time. In particular, if art history is your passion then you will need a week or more to satisfy your interest as the museums and architecturally impressive buildings throughout the city are endless.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Florence Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorence $211Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Florence is $211, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 Florence and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorence $102Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorence $204Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Florence and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Florence or Saint John? 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: Florence Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florence $26Saint John $49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Florence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Florence:
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Taxi Ride Within City$9.39
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Taxi from Airport$29
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In City Parking (Full Day)$35
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Bus Pass (Full Day)$5.87
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Bus From Airport$5.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florence
Also for Florence, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Florence to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Departure Private Transfer: $136
- Arrival Transfer Florence Station SMN to Florence by Sedan or Van: $112
- Bologna Airport Private Transfer from your Hotel in Florence: $241
- Chianti Wine Tastings and Visit to 3 Cellars with Lunch&Transfer: $209
- Direct transfer from Florence to Livorno with private driver: $216
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Chianciano - Arrival Private Transfer: $287
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Florence hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $151
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Montecatini Terme - Arrival Transfer: $165
- Florence Airport (FLR) to Pisa - Arrival Private Transfer: $174
- Florence Airport Private Departure Transfer: $53
- Florence Airport Transfers : Florence City to Airport FLR in Business Car: $195
Is it cheaper to fly into Florence or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Florence 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 dayFlorence $73Saint John $97
Typical Food Prices in Florence
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Florence:
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Panini Sandwich$7.63
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florence
For Florence, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Old City Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing: $35
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Food Tour of Traditional Eateries and Wine Pairings: $36
- Street Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Expert Guide in 2.5 hours : $46
- Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence: $48
- Florence Street Food Tour and sightseeing with Central Market: $51
- Florence's Food Tour with Authentic Local Tastigs and Sightseeing: $51
- Florence Street Food Tour with Walking Sightseeing and Local Guide: $51
- Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $53
- Hands-On Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class: $53
- Cooking Class in Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Making Unlimited Wine: $54
- Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florence $35Saint John $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florence
For Florence, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Admission to Uffizi$13
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Phone Booking Fee for Uffizi$4.69
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Firenze Card (for Two)$117
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Audioguides at Uffizi (for Two)$23
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Giotto's Tower Entrance Fee$7.04
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Boboli Gardens Entrance Fee$8.21
Tours and Activities in Florence
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florence.
- Florence Free Walking Tour With Local Guide: $2.16
- The Best tour in Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER: $3.59
- Florence Walking Tour: $3.59
- Sunset Walking Tour: $3.61
- Private Tour to the Laboratory of Artistic Ceramics in Tuscany: $3.61
- Florence Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.20
- AudioZoom into A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- Florence Medici Quest: Self-Guided Conspiracy Adventure: $7.20
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Florence with Audio and Quizzes: $8.42
- Florence Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Florence Self Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Leonardo Da Vinci Museum Entrance Ticket: $13
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorence $22Saint John $44
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florence
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florence from other travelers:
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Glass of Chianti$4.93
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Bottle of Wine$8.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Florence
Also in Florence, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $18
- Winery tour and wine tasting of organic Chianti wines and extra virgin oil: $24
- Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $25
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $27
- Wine Tasting Experience near Florence: $30
- Classic Wine Tasting in Montalcino: $36
- Private Wine Tasting Experience in the heart of Tuscany: $36
- Wine Tasting in an Authentic Tuscan Cellar in Radda in Chianti: $38
- Montefioralle Winery - Tour and Wine Tasting in Chianti: $42
- Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence: $42
- Wine Tasting of Brunello with Tuscan Cold Cuts and Cheese: $47
- Winery tour & wine tasting in Montalcino: $48
When comparing the travel costs between Florence and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Florence is in Europe and Saint John is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florence Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Florence or Saint John?
Florence has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Florence or Saint John in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Florence as well as Saint John. Many travelers come to Florence for the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
In July, Florence is generally cooler than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 25°C (77°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Florence usually gets less rain in July than Saint John. Florence gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFlorence 25°C (77°F)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Florence or Saint John in the Autumn?
Both Saint John and Florence are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Florence in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Florence is much colder than Saint John in the autumn. The daily temperature in Florence averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John. In October, Florence usually receives less rain than Saint John. Florence gets 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFlorence 16°C (61°F)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Florence or Saint John in the Winter?
Both Saint John and Florence during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Florence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
In the winter, Florence is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the winter temperatures in Florence in January average around 7°C (45°F), and Saint John averages at about 26°C (78°F).
Florence usually gets more rain in January than Saint John. Florence gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorence 7°C (45°F)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Florence or Saint John in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Florence and Saint John. The spring months attract visitors to Florence because of the natural beauty. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Florence is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Florence average around 14°C (57°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In April, Florence usually receives more rain than Saint John. Florence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFlorence 14°C (57°F)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Florence
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.