Which place is cheaper, Tampa or Fort-de-France?
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 Fort-de-France or Tampa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fort-de-France and Tampa can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Fort-de-France or Tampa?
Fort-de-France
As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.
Tampa
On the north shore of Tampa Bay, across the water from Saint Peterburg, is the city of Tampa. The city has a population of almost 350,000. The metropolitan area includes Tampa, St. Peterburg, and Clearwater. It has about 2.9 million residents and is the second largest metropolitan area in the state. The city is a popular destination for outdoor activities and in 2008 it was ranked the 5th best outdoor city by Forbes.
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Fort-de-France Prices
Martinique PricesTampa Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFort-de-France $222Tampa $224
The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $222, while the average daily cost in Tampa is $224. 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 Fort-de-France and Tampa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFort-de-France $90Tampa $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFort-de-France $180Tampa $176
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Tampa
Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Tampa? 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: Fort-de-France Hotel Prices and Tampa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fort-de-France $18Tampa $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France
Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $75
- Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $75
- Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $75
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Round-Trip Transfer: $135
- Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Arrival Transfer: $68
- Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampa
Also for Tampa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from TPA to Lakeland and Winter Haven: $167
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Tampa Bay Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $163
- Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $163
- Private transfer from Tampa airport To Zephyrhills, FL: $155
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport to Clearwater: $140
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport TPA to Lakeland/Winter Haven: $140
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA) to St Petersburg Accommodation: $140
- Private Reliable Transfers in Tampa Bay: $125
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Tampa hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $117
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Lakeland / Winter Haven - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $117
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Clearwater Beach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $117
- Private transfer Tampa airport To Ruskin, FL: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Tampa?
Prices for flights to both Tampa and Fort-de-France 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 dayFort-de-France $114Tampa $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France
For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104
- Martinique: Food tour to Saint-Pierre and waterfall: $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampa
For Tampa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gyoza and Bento Box Cooking Class at a Trendy Hotel: $75
- Ybor City Food Tour with 5 Local Delicacies Tastings: $98
- Tampa Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local Favourites Classics: $108
- Tampa Riverwalk Street Food by the Bay 3 Hour Walking Food Tour: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fort-de-France $35Tampa $20
Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.
- Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Fort de France - hidden squares and secret corners - a walking tour of FDF: $75
- Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $69
- Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
- Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
- Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
- Karaib Tour: $66
- Mangrove Guided Tour: $43
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
- Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
- Martinique: Cruise and Snorkel with Sea Turtles, Fish and Corals: $75
- Martinique: Dolphin and Turtle-Watching Catamaran Day Tour: $136
Tours and Activities in Tampa
For Tampa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa: $31
- Adventure Island Water Park Ticket: $52
- Best of Tampa City Tour: History, Waterfront Views & Landmarks: $49
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket: $52
- Clear Kayaking Glow Tour in Tampa Riverwalk: $74
- Downtown Tampa Private Evening Cruise for up to 12ppl: $560
- Experience Virtual Reality and Escape Room in Tampa: $55
- Ghost Investigation Tour Interactive Paranormal Experience 18Plus: $35
- Ghost Investigation Tours with Interactive Paranormal Experience: $35
- Go Tiki Tours Tampa "#1 Floating Tiki Boat" Bathroom on Board: $59
- Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart: $49
- Halloween Candy & Wine Pairing Experience in Historic Ybor: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFort-de-France $11Tampa $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:
- Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
- North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $152
Sample the Local Flavors in Tampa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tampa:
- A Remarkable Bar Crawl in Naples: $15
- Tampa Terrors: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Tampa Bar Crawl on New Street Legal Golf Cart: $40
- Wine Tasting Experience in Historic Ybor: $40
- Elevated Wine Tasting Experience in Historic Ybor: $60
- Fun Gnocchi Making Class at a Trendy Local Brewery in Tampa: $75
When comparing the travel costs between Fort-de-France and Tampa, we can see that Tampa 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 Fort-de-France is in Caribbean Islands and Tampa is in North America, 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 Fort-de-France Expensive? and Is Tampa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fort-de-France or Tampa?
Tampa has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Fort-de-France. When comparing the sizes of Fort-de-France and Tampa, 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.