Which place is cheaper, Amsterdam or Manila?
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 Manila or Amsterdam?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Manila and Amsterdam can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manila or Amsterdam?
Manila
A sprawling metropolis that is home to more than 12 million people, Manila is one huge, misunderstood concrete jungle, full of diverse cultures, traffic, pollution, restaurants, shopping malls, noise and nightlife. If you're looking to soak in culture and feel the vibe of a place rather than seeking a city that specifically caters to tourists, Manila is the place to be. Capital of the Philippines, Manila is also the center for education, business, and transportation.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. Amsterdam is most famous for its canals that cross and weave around the city, but it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The historical architecture, scenic bridges, and energetic cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines, The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManila $99Amsterdam $244
The average daily cost (per person) in Manila is $99, while the average daily cost in Amsterdam is $244. 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 Manila and Amsterdam in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManila $51Amsterdam $118
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManila $102Amsterdam $236
Compare Hotels in Manila and Amsterdam
Looking for a hotel in Manila or Amsterdam? 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: Manila Hotel Prices and Amsterdam Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manila $13Amsterdam $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $150
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Full On 5-7 hours ATV Adventure Rivers-Mountains-Jungle with Transfers Manila: $280
- Half Day Intramuros and Distillery Experience with Transfer: $75
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
- Manila Airport Transfer: $38
- Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $51
- Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram$3.71
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Renting a Bike$17
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One Hour Canal Cruise$12
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Single Day Transit Pass$3.02
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport$3.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- 1-Way Train Transfer to/from Haarlem: $7.37
- Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Leiden: $16
- Madurodam: Train + tram transferring to/from Amsterdam: $22
- Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Eindhoven: $33
- Transfer: Amsterdam City Center to Airport Schiphol (AMS): $39
- Amsterdam Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Amsterdam Hotel or Address): $39
- Amsterdam Airport Transfers, City Transfers and Disposal Services: $46
- Private Amsterdam Local Transfer to/from any Location: $47
- Private departure transfer from Amsterdam to Schiphol Airport (AMS): $66
- Private Transfer from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to City Hotel: $68
- Private Transfer from Amsterdam City Hotels to Schiphol Airport: $68
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) Private Transfer to Amsterdam: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Manila or Amsterdam?
Prices for flights to both Amsterdam and Manila 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 dayManila $29Amsterdam $93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $60
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $60
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings: $65
- Street Food tour & Local Jeepney, Tuktuk Ride: $66
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $105
- A taste of Manila's History & Filipino Culture with Buffet Dinner: $175
- Subic: Sunset Dinner Yacht Cruise from Manila & Clark: $212
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea$6.96
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam with Set Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Self Guided Food Tour in De Pijp District of Amsterdam: $58
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket & VIP Dinner at Hard Rock Café: $59
- Amsterdam : Guided Cultural Food Tour: $69
- 3-course dinner party at a secret pop-up restaurant: $70
- Amsterdam Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $87
- Top 10 Tastes of Guided Walking Food Tour: $89
- NEW Amsterdam Breakfast Food Tour with Stroopwafel Workshop: $93
- Amsterdam Food Tour: +10 Tastes, Culture and Canals with Sherpa: $99
- Dinner Canal Cruise 4-Courses Including Drinks: $103
- 10 Tastes of Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan: $109
- 3-course Dutch Dinner in Canal House Overlooking River Amstel: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manila $18Amsterdam $42
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- Guided Tour of the Historic San Sebastian Basilica (Manila): $6.42
- Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Explore the Urban Art of Mural and Street Art Tour: $25
- Fort Santiago Guided Tour: $25
- The Dessert Museum Entry Ticket: $27
- Viva Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $27
- Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $30
- Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $30
- Manila night cruise, night life, foodie tour and 3d theather: $32
- Intramuros Night Bamboo Bike Tour: $34
- Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum$6.96
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House$20
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alternative Tour Amsterdam | Drugs Story, Street Art & More: $3.46
- Amsterdam Introductory Walking Tour with a Local: $3.46
- Self-Guided Tours Amsterdam With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.46
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Amsterdam: $3.46
- Amsterdam All In One Tour Walking Tour: $3.48
- Two-hour walking tour of Amsterdam with storyteller: $3.48
- Self Guided Space Tourist Exploration of Amsterdam's Cosmic Side: $5.00
- Museum Quarter Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $5.20
- Amsterdam West Specialty Coffee Spots: A Self-Guided Cycling Tour: $5.41
- A tasty stroll through Pijp: A self-guided audio tour: $5.75
- Amsterdam Center Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $5.78
- Private Tour of Simonehoeve Cheese Farm and Clog Factory: $5.79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManila $9.29Amsterdam $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Red Light District Bar Crawl: $23
- Original Amsterdam Pub Crawl: $28
- Amsterdam Craft Beer Brewery Tour by Bus with Tastings: $75
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl With Optional Club Entrance: $87
- Halloween Bar Crawl in Central Amsterdam: $99
- Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Pub Tour including drink: $101
- Dutch Wine Tasting Experience: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manila and Amsterdam, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manila is in Asia and Amsterdam is in Europe, 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 Manila would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manila 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam than you might in Manila.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manila Expensive? and Is Amsterdam Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manila or Amsterdam?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Amsterdam. When comparing the sizes of Manila and Amsterdam, 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 Manila or Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Manila experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Manila or Amsterdam in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Manila and Amsterdam. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Amsterdam for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Manila is generally much warmer than Amsterdam. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 27°C (80°F), and Amsterdam fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Manila usually receives more rain than Amsterdam. Manila gets 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManila 27°C (80°F)Amsterdam 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Manila or Amsterdam in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Manila as well as Amsterdam. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Amsterdam in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Manila is much warmer than Amsterdam in the autumn. The daily temperature in Manila averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Amsterdam fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manila usually gets more rain in October than Amsterdam. Manila gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManila 26°C (79°F)Amsterdam 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Manila or Amsterdam in the Winter?
Both Amsterdam and Manila are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Amsterdam for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Amsterdam can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Manila is much warmer than Amsterdam. Typically, the winter temperatures in Manila in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Amsterdam averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In January, Manila usually receives less rain than Amsterdam. Manila gets 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManila 24°C (76°F)Amsterdam 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Manila or Amsterdam in the Spring?
Both Amsterdam and Manila during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Amsterdam because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Manila is generally much warmer than Amsterdam. Daily temperatures in Manila average around 29°C (84°F), and Amsterdam fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Manila usually gets less rain in April than Amsterdam. Manila gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Amsterdam receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManila 29°C (84°F)Amsterdam 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Amsterdam and Manila
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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