Should I Visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Grand-Bourg and Ponce 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: Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Grand-Bourg

Marie-Galante is an island of the Guadeloupe archipelago, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. Sometimes called the "Big Pancake" for its circular shape and flat terrain, the island is a prime location for sugar fields which provide the ingredients for Marie Galante's famous cane juice rum. The island is also known for its many windmills, beaches, and historic plantations.

Ponce

Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).

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Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Grand-Bourg?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Grand-Bourg Prices
Guadeloupe Prices

Ponce Prices
Puerto Rico Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Grand-Bourg $222

Ponce $230

The average daily cost (per person) in Grand-Bourg is $222, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Grand-Bourg and Ponce in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Grand-Bourg $101

Ponce $151
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Grand-Bourg $202

Ponce $302

Compare Hotels in Grand-Bourg and Ponce

Looking for a hotel in Grand-Bourg or Ponce? 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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Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Grand-Bourg $55

Ponce $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:

Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
Double ATV Adventure: Private Hacienda Experience with Transfer: $279
Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
San Juan Airport (SJU) to Rio Grande hotel - Arrival Private Transfer: $109
San Juan Airport (SJU) to San Juan Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
San Juan Airport (SJU) to San Juan hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
San Juan Port to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $46

Is it cheaper to fly into Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Prices for flights to both Ponce and Grand-Bourg 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

Food Meals for one day

Grand-Bourg $87

Ponce $61

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.

Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Private San Juan Cooking Class with a Local Expert: $146

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Grand-Bourg $27

Ponce $56

Tours and Activities in Ponce

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:

Talking Buildings of Old San Juan: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
Footsteps in San Juan Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $17
Private Sunset Walking Tour in San Juan: $25
Old San Juan Tour (1 Hour) by DUHO: $25
Salsa Tours PR Sunset Salsa Beach Class in San Juan, Puerto Rico : $29
Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
Guided Walking Tour in Ponce: $30
Guided City Walking Tour: $32
La Perla Cultural Tour: $35
Historic Old San Juan Sunset Walking Tour: $39
Bio Bay Boat Tour with Swimming from La Parguera, Puerto Rico: $50
Turtle spotting snorkeling adventure- no Jets : $50

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Grand-Bourg $41

Ponce $16

Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce

Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
Old San Juan Bar Crawl: Experience Local Hotspots: $65
Local Puerto Rican Rum Distillery Tour - Ron Pepon: $90
Rum Distillery and Old San Juan Tour: $99

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Grand-Bourg and Ponce, we can see that Ponce 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. Since both cities are in Caribbean Islands, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grand-Bourg Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Ponce has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Grand-Bourg. When comparing the sizes of Grand-Bourg and Ponce, 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.

When is the best time to visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand-Bourg and Ponce. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand-Bourg year-round. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Grand-Bourg gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Grand-Bourg usually receives more rain than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. In Grand-Bourg, it's very sunny this time of the year. Grand-Bourg usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during summer. Grand-Bourg gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.

Grand-Bourg is around the same temperature as Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Grand-Bourg averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).

Summer Average Temperatures July

Grand-Bourg 27°C (81°F)

Ponce 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Grand-Bourg as well as Ponce. Grand-Bourg attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Ponce. Grand-Bourg receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Grand-Bourg usually gets more rain in October than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grand-Bourg this time of the year. In the autumn, Grand-Bourg often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun.

In the autumn, Grand-Bourg is around the same temperature as Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Grand-Bourg in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Grand-Bourg 27°C (80°F)

Ponce 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Winter?

Both Ponce and Grand-Bourg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand-Bourg throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In January, Grand-Bourg usually receives more rain than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Grand-Bourg. Grand-Bourg usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ponce during winter. Grand-Bourg gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Grand-Bourg is generally around the same temperature as Ponce. Daily temperatures in Grand-Bourg average around 24°C (76°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

Winter Average Temperatures January

Grand-Bourg 24°C (76°F)

Ponce 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Spring?

Both Ponce and Grand-Bourg during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand-Bourg because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand-Bourg. Grand-Bourg usually gets more rain in April than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Grand-Bourg. In the spring, Grand-Bourg often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Grand-Bourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun.

Grand-Bourg is around the same temperature as Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Grand-Bourg averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

Spring Average Temperatures April

Grand-Bourg 26°C (78°F)

Ponce 26°C (79°F)

Typical Weather for Ponce and Grand-Bourg

	Grand-Bourg		Ponce
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	24°C (76°F)	84 mm (3.3 in)	25°C (77°F)	58 mm (2.3 in)
Feb	24°C (76°F)	64 mm (2.5 in)	25°C (77°F)	41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar	25°C (76°F)	73 mm (2.9 in)	26°C (78°F)	45 mm (1.8 in)
Apr	26°C (78°F)	123 mm (4.8 in)	26°C (79°F)	69 mm (2.7 in)
May	27°C (80°F)	148 mm (5.8 in)	27°C (81°F)	120 mm (4.7 in)
Jun	28°C (82°F)	118 mm (4.6 in)	28°C (82°F)	82 mm (3.2 in)
Jul	27°C (81°F)	150 mm (5.9 in)	28°C (83°F)	95 mm (3.7 in)
Aug	27°C (81°F)	198 mm (7.8 in)	28°C (83°F)	130 mm (5.1 in)
Sep	27°C (81°F)	236 mm (9.3 in)	28°C (83°F)	130 mm (5.1 in)
Oct	27°C (80°F)	228 mm (9 in)	28°C (82°F)	135 mm (5.3 in)
Nov	26°C (79°F)	220 mm (8.7 in)	27°C (80°F)	132 mm (5.2 in)
Dec	25°C (77°F)	137 mm (5.4 in)	26°C (78°F)	92 mm (3.6 in)

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Grand-Bourg vs. Ponce for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Grand-Bourg

Ponce

Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Grand-Bourg?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Grand-Bourg and Ponce

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce

Is it cheaper to fly into Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Ponce

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce

Which is Bigger, Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

When is the best time to visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Summer?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Autumn?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Winter?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Ponce and Grand-Bourg

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Should you visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Grand-Bourg

Ponce

Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Grand-Bourg?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Grand-Bourg and Ponce

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce

Is it cheaper to fly into Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Ponce

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce

Which is Bigger, Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

When is the best time to visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Summer?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Autumn?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Winter?

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Ponce in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Ponce and Grand-Bourg

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