Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Luxembourg?
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 Luxembourg or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Luxembourg and Guatemala City. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Luxembourg or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Luxembourg Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxembourg €237Guatemala City €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxembourg is €237, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €49. 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 Luxembourg and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxembourg €100Guatemala City €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxembourg €200Guatemala City €42
Compare Hotels in Luxembourg and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Luxembourg or Guatemala City? 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: Luxembourg Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxembourg €8.45Guatemala City €5.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Departure Transfer:Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport(GUA): $24
- Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $26
- Private Transfer: Guatemala City Airpot(GUA) to Antigua Guatemala: $29
- Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $30
- Private Transfer from La Aurora International Airport to Antigua: $32
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua Guatemala: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35
- PRIVATE TRANSFER From Airport/Guate City to ANTIGUA or Vice-versa: $40
- Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua: $63
- Private Transfer from Airport to Paredón: $70
- Private Transfer Aeropuerto to Antigua Guatemala Cities Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxembourg or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Luxembourg 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 dayLuxembourg €129Guatemala City €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxembourg €13Guatemala City €1.06
Tours and Activities in Luxembourg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Luxembourg are as follows:
- Luxembourg Day Tour from Brussels: $821
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City: $35
- Guatemala city walking tour only weekends. 2 persons and up: $39
- Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $40
- Private Tour in the Historic Center of Guatemala City: $45
- City walking tour Guatemala City and Relieff Map: $47
- Night Photo Tour in Guatemala City: $50
- Heart of Guatemala City Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- Pacaya Volcano Shared Hiking Tour: $59
- 3-Hour Bike Tour Guatemala City: $60
- Half-Day Guatemala City Tour: $60
- Half Day Tour Of Guatemala City: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxembourg €11Guatemala City €6.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxembourg and Guatemala City, we can see that Luxembourg is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Luxembourg is in Europe and Guatemala City is in Central America, 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Luxembourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Luxembourg than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luxembourg Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxembourg or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Luxembourg. When comparing the sizes of Luxembourg and Guatemala City, 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.