A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lisbon vs. Saint George's for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lisbon or Saint George's?

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

Should I visit Lisbon or Saint George's? 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: Lisbon or Saint George's?

Lisbon

Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Saint George's or Lisbon?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Lisbon is €167, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is €253. 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 Lisbon and Saint George's in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lisbon 63
    Saint George's 152
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lisbon 126
    Saint George's 304
Compare Hotels in Lisbon and Saint George's

Looking for a hotel in Lisbon 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.

Hotels in Lisbon


Hotels in Saint Georges


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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: Lisbon Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lisbon 25
    Saint George's 8.66
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:


  • Taxi Ride
    6.50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon

Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • sintra private luxury transfer to or from lisbon airport: $128
  • Transfers from/to Lisbon Airport to: Fátima / Nazaré / Alcobaça..: $283
  • Transfers and Tours safely and comfortably aboard a Tesla M3: $41
  • Transfer to Sintra, Cascais, Estoril and Carcavelos from Lisbon: $129
  • Transfer to Setubal (not Troia or Comporta) from Lisbon: $59
  • Transfer to Lamego from Lisbon: $240
  • Transfer to Figueira da Foz from Lisbon: $256
  • Transfer to Fátima from Lisbon: $283
  • Transfer to Ericeira from Lisbon: $116
  • Transfer to Elvas from Lisbon: $292
  • Transfer to Comporta / Troia from Lisbon: $206
  • Transfer service to Lisbon: $38

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:


  • Taxi From Airport
    26

Is it cheaper to fly into Lisbon or Saint George's?

Prices for flights to both Saint George's and Lisbon 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
    Lisbon 73
    Saint George's 81
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Coffee
    2.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Lisbon Night Luxury Boat Vibes with Drinks & Pizza: $31
  • Lisbon Luxury Cruise Experience with Sangria & Pizza: $31
  • Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
  • Lisbon Pizza & Sangria Escape on a Cozy Boat Cruise: $35
  • Lisbon Sunset DJ Party Cruise with Pizza & Drinks: $41
  • Lisbon Night Party Cruise with DJ, Pizza & Drinks: $47
  • Lisbon Flavors and Traditions Small Group Food Tour: $55
  • Dinner with Rising Stars of Fado at Canto do Poeta: $65
  • Lisbon No-Uphill Food Tour with 17 Tastings, Wines and Sips: $66
  • Lisbon Portuguese Food Tour: $66
  • Old Lisbon No-Uphill Food Tour: 17 Tastings, Wines & Sips: $71
  • Pastel de Nata Cooking Class in Lisbon: $71

Typical Food Prices in Saint George's

For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Ginger Bun
    0.48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lisbon 24
    Saint George's 59

Tours and Activities in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Évora Day Trip from Private Tour with Chapel of Bones: $266
  • Évora Historical Private Tour: $153
  • Évora with Wine Experience: Beyond the Tejo River: $280
  • Óbidos (Medieval Town) Half Day Private Tour from Lisbon: $212
  • Óbidos - Nazaré - Mafra (National Palace of Mafra)Private tour from Lisbon: $170
  • Óbidos Christmas Charm -A Festive Walking Private Tour: $249
  • Óbidos Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.29
  • Óbidos Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $9.98
  • Óbidos and Fatima Tour: $153
  • Óbidos historic village and Mafra Palace Private Tour: $135
  • "Help the Marquis of Pombal save the king!" Self-Guided Walk Tour: $59
  • 1 Hour Scenic Tuk Tuk Tour through Chiado and Bairro Alto + Ebook: $188

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:


  • 9 Holes of Golf
    19
  • Evening Sailing Trip
    13

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lisbon 18
    Saint George's 20

Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:

  • Private Pub Crawl in Lisbon: $24
  • Lisbon Rooftop Bar Crawl Private Group Experience: $24
  • Lisbon Pub Crawl: $24
  • Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif at Portuguese Wine Bar: $28
  • Lisbon Wild Pub Crawl: $29
  • Halloween Haunts: Lisbon Pub Crawl Experience: $29
  • Wine Tasting with the best view in Lisbon: $53
  • Carcavelos Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting: $53
  • Portuguese Wine Tasting and Food Pairing: $76
  • From Family Winery Tour, Historic Cellars & Wine Tasting: $76
  • Wine Tasting with Cheeses Charcutaria and Bread Table: $76
  • Lisbon Small-Group Portuguese Food and Wine Tour: $78


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lisbon and Saint George's, we can see that Saint George's is more expensive. And not only is Lisbon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lisbon 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 Lisbon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lisbon 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 Lisbon.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lisbon Expensive? and Is Saint George's Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Lisbon or Saint George's?

Lisbon has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Lisbon 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.