Which place is cheaper, Round Pond or Key West?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Key West or Round Pond?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Key West or Round Pond? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Key West or Round Pond?
Key West
Key West is both a city and an island as well as the southern most Florida Key. It is also the southern most city in the continental United States. The island is only about four miles long and one mile wide. The total land mass covers just 4.2 square miles. The most famous street in town is Duval Street, which runs just 1.1 miles from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean. There are 14 blocks. The size of the island doubled during the 1950s when many of the salt ponds along the eastern side of the island were filled in.
Round Pond
Round Pond is a little village located in the town of Bristol, formerly known as Pemaquid. The area draws visitors for a closer to nature experience along Maine's rugged coastline. Bristol also houses the villages of New Harbor, Pemaquid, Bristol Mills, and Chamberlain, which all make up this popular fishing and resort area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKey West $551Round Pond $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Key West is $551, while the average daily cost in Round Pond is $145. 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 Key West and Round Pond in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKey West $132Round Pond $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKey West $264Round Pond $140
Compare Hotels in Key West and Round Pond
Looking for a hotel in Key West or Round Pond? 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: Key West Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Key West $51Round Pond $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Key West
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Key West:
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Rental Car for One Day$38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Key West
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Key West:
- Private Transfer from Key West Int Airport to Key West Port: $38
- Private Transfer from Key West Cruise Port to Key West hotels: $38
- Key West Int Airport (EYW) to Key West - Arrival Private Transfer: $64
- Key West to Key West Airport (EYW) - Departure Private Transfer: $64
- Key West hotels to Key West Int Airport (EYW) Departure Transfer: $64
- Marathon/ Key Largo to Fort Lauderdale Airport(FLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Key West Airport (EYW) to Key West - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $129
- Key West Int Airport (EYW) to Key West hotels Round-Trip Transfer: $129
- Private Arrival Transfer from Key West Airport EYW: $144
Is it cheaper to fly into Key West or Round Pond?
Prices for flights to both Round Pond and Key West 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 dayKey West $385Round Pond $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Key West
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Key West.
- Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar & Live Music: $81
- Key West Sunset Cruise: Dinner and Drinks Included: $93
- Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours: $93
- Historic Seaport Food & Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours: $93
- Old Town Secret Food Tour: $107
- Sunset Sail Full Bar, Live Music & Dinner & Early Morning Snorkeling: $160
- Snorkeling, Sunset Dinner Cruise & Open Bar: $200
Typical Food Prices in Round Pond
Some typical examples of dining costs in Round Pond are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Key West $33Round Pond $20
Tours and Activities in Key West
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Key West are as follows:
- Self-guided old town treasures walking tour: $6.99
- Key West's Self Guided Ghost Walking Tours Smartphone Navigated on WalknTours: $7.75
- Florida Keys: Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.49
- Audio Tours to Walk, Bike, or Drive in Key West: $9.99
- Cruise Through Key West's Black History Audio Tour: $11
- Easy Stroll (or Bike) Through Downtown Key West Audio Tour: $11
- Key West’s Old Town Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Florida: Key West Overseas Highway Self-Driving Tour: $15
- Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum Tickets: $19
- Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- Key West Aquarium Admission Ticket: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKey West $16Round Pond $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Key West
Also in Key West, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- Key West Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour with Free T-Shirt: $32
- Bone Island Haunted Pub Crawl: $32
- 2.5-Hour Duval Street Pub Crawl: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Key West and Round Pond, we can see that Key West is more expensive. And not only is Round Pond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Round Pond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Round Pond 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 Key West would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Key West than you might in Round Pond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Key West Expensive? and Is Round Pond Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Key West or Round Pond?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Key West or Round Pond in the Summer?
Both Round Pond and Key West are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Key West for the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Key West is generally a little warmer than Round Pond. Daily temperatures in Key West average around 84°F (29°C), and Round Pond fluctuates around 69°F (21°C).
It's quite sunny in Round Pond. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Key West. Key West usually receives more sunshine than Round Pond during summer. Key West gets 328 hours of sunny skies, while Round Pond receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Key West usually receives more rain than Round Pond. Key West gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Round Pond receives 3 inches (75 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKey West 84°F (29°C)Round Pond 69°F (21°C)
Should I visit Key West or Round Pond in the Autumn?
Both Round Pond and Key West during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Key West in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Key West is much warmer than Round Pond in the autumn. The daily temperature in Key West averages around 80°F (27°C) in October, and Round Pond fluctuates around 49°F (10°C).
It's quite sunny in Key West. In the autumn, Key West often gets more sunshine than Round Pond. Key West gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Round Pond receives 196 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Key West. Key West usually gets more rain in October than Round Pond. Key West gets 5.1 inches (129 mm) of rain, while Round Pond receives 3.8 inches (95 mm) of rain this time of the year. Keep in mind that June to November is the hurricane season in Key West.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKey West 80°F (27°C)Round Pond 49°F (10°C)
Should I visit Key West or Round Pond in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Key West and Round Pond. Most visitors come to Key West for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Round Pond can be very cold. In the winter, Key West is much warmer than Round Pond. Typically, the winter temperatures in Key West in January average around 70°F (21°C), and Round Pond averages at about 20°F (-6°C).
In Key West, it's very sunny this time of the year. Key West usually receives more sunshine than Round Pond during winter. Key West gets 252 hours of sunny skies, while Round Pond receives 163 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Key West usually receives less rain than Round Pond. Key West gets 1.7 inches (43 mm) of rain, while Round Pond receives 3.7 inches (94 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKey West 70°F (21°C)Round Pond 20°F (-6°C)
Should I visit Key West or Round Pond in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Key West as well as Round Pond. The spring months attract visitors to Key West because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In April, Key West is generally much warmer than Round Pond. Daily temperatures in Key West average around 77°F (25°C), and Round Pond fluctuates around 44°F (6°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Round Pond. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Key West this time of the year. In the spring, Key West often gets more sunshine than Round Pond. Key West gets 326 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Round Pond receives 212 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Round Pond. Key West usually gets less rain in April than Round Pond. Key West gets 0.8 inches (21 mm) of rain, while Round Pond receives 4.1 inches (104 mm) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to November in Key West is the hurricane season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKey West 77°F (25°C)Round Pond 44°F (6°C)
Typical Weather for Round Pond and Key West
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 inches (43 mm) | 20°F (-6°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Feb | 71°F (21°C) | 1.4 inches (36 mm) | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Mar | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) | 33°F (0°C) | 3.9 inches (100 mm) |
| Apr | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 inches (21 mm) | 44°F (6°C) | 4.1 inches (104 mm) |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Jun | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 inches (114 mm) | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Jul | 84°F (29°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 69°F (21°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) |
| Aug | 84°F (29°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Sep | 83°F (29°C) | 5.7 inches (144 mm) | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Oct | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 inches (129 mm) | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 inches (95 mm) |
| Nov | 76°F (24°C) | 2 inches (50 mm) | 39°F (4°C) | 5.2 inches (132 mm) |
| Dec | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) | 26°F (-3°C) | 4.7 inches (120 mm) |
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