Which place is cheaper, Woodstock or Miami?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Miami or Woodstock?
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 Miami and Woodstock can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Miami or Woodstock?
Miami
Miami is a popular tourist destination and a modern city in South Florida. It has beautiful white beaches, crystal blue waters, cosmopolitan neighborhoods, impressive shopping, and excellent dining opportunities. It is also a gateway to the Florida Keys, which is another popular destination in South Florida.
Miami is the second most populated city in Florida and the metropolitan area is the most populated in the state with more than 5.4 million people. It's also the 7th largest metro area in the country. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Everglades to the west. It covers 110 miles north to south but is a narrow 20 miles east to west.
Miami sits at a low latitude, giving it a subtropical savannah climate. There are two seasons; the warm and dry season between November and April and the hot and wet season between May and October. The coldest months are between December and March when highs are in the upper 70 or low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer months have highs in the upper 80s or 90s and lows in the mid 70s with high humidity.
Woodstock
While this town does lend its name to the 1969 Woodstock Festival, the legendary event was actually held on a dairy farm almost 60 miles away in Bethel, NY. So if you are looking to see the field where it all happened and a museum dedicated to its history, you will need to take a day trip outside of town.
Woodstock, New York, however, does stay true to the spirit of the arts. Since 1903, the place lay home to Byrdcliffe Art Colony, the oldest of its kind in the nation, and even attracted artists of the Hudson River School during the late 1800s. Today, artists from all disciplines-visual, ceramic, music, fiction, nonfiction, screenwriting, playwriting, and poetry-take up residence at the colony and have works displayed in galleries open in the main part of town.
Tinker Street and Mill Hill Road are lined with a mix of restaurants and shops all teeming with the essence of hippie living, arts, and spirituality. From shops selling Woodstock paraphernalia, incense, and Himalayan products, to yoga studios, vegan restaurants, and local art galleries-the town of Woodstock is one dedicated to keeping the spirit of the Woodstock Festival and the arts alive.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMiami $206Woodstock $154
The average daily cost (per person) in Miami is $206, while the average daily cost in Woodstock is $154. 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 Miami and Woodstock in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMiami $132Woodstock $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMiami $264Woodstock $162
Compare Hotels in Miami and Woodstock
Looking for a hotel in Miami or Woodstock? 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: Miami Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Miami $38Woodstock $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Miami are as follows:
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Car Rental for a Day$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Miami
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Miami:
- Train Transfer to South Florida Cities: $20
- Miami International Airport: One-Way Transfer to Miami: $24
- Transfers Airports Miami, Ft. Lauderdale Port Mía Everglades: $25
- 50 min Everglades Airboat, Photo & Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer from Miami Airport to Hotel or Port of Miami: $35
- Miami or Ft Lauderdale: Train Transfer to Orlando Airport: $39
- From Everglades Wildlife Show, Airboat & Bus Transfer: $40
- Miami Int'l Airport: Private 1-Way Transfer to Miami Port: $48
- From Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show & Bus Transfer: $55
- Private One Way Transfer: Miami Airport (MIA) to/from Miami: $55
- Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Experience with roundtrip transfer: $59
- Key West Transfer with Hotel Pickup and Upgrades: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Miami or Woodstock?
Prices for flights to both Woodstock and Miami 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 dayMiami $41Woodstock $34
Typical Food Prices in Miami
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Miami:
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Lunch with Drinks (for 2)$45
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David's Cafe Lunch (for 1)$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Miami
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Miami.
- Little Havana- Family Friendly Walking Food Tour : $52
- Little Havana Ultimate Food Tour : $64
- The Ultimate Little Havana Food Tour: $64
- A Taste of South Beach Food Tour: $70
- South Beach Food Tour: $70
- Taste of Little Havana Food Tour in Miami with Cuban Street Food: $75
- Food Tour of Miami's South Beach: $79
- Mango's Dinner and Show Ticket: $98
- Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner & Show: $98
- Miami Dinner Party w/ Night Club Experience: $100
- Guided Small Group Little Havana Food Tour: $124
- 3 Hour Regional Indian Cooking Class and Dining Experience in Miami: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Miami $31Woodstock $35
Tours and Activities in Miami
Here are a few actual costs in Miami for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Haunted a Smartphone Audio Driving Tour : $5.97
- Little Havana Smartphone guided Audio App Solo Walking Tour: $6.75
- Miami Marlins Baseball Game Ticket at loandepot Park: $7.19
- Haunted Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $7.31
- Miami Beach: Self-Guided Walking Tour With Audio Guide: $7.31
- Sights of Downtown a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $7.99
- Private Sightseeing Audio Walking Tour in Miami Beach: $7.99
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Miami: $8.72
- Miami Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Big Cypress National Preserve Audio Tour Guide: $9.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Little Havana: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Miami by Wacky Walks: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMiami $22Woodstock $22
Typical Alcohol Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Miami are as follows:
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Evening at a Bar$32
Sample the Local Flavors in Miami
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Miami:
- Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Small-Group Brewery Golf Cart Tour of Wynwood with a Local Guide: $59
- Wynwood Graffiti Brewery Golf Cart Tour: $63
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Bar Crawl: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Miami and Woodstock, we can see that Miami is more expensive. And not only is Woodstock much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Woodstock would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Woodstock 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 Miami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Miami than you might in Woodstock.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Miami Expensive? and Is Woodstock Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Miami or Woodstock?
Miami has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Woodstock. When comparing the sizes of Miami and Woodstock, 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 Miami or Woodstock?
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 Miami or Woodstock in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Miami and Woodstock. Most visitors come to Miami for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Miami is a little warmer than Woodstock in the summer. The daily temperature in Miami averages around 83°F (28°C) in July, and Woodstock fluctuates around 74°F (24°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Woodstock this time of the year. In Miami, it's very sunny this time of the year. Miami usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Woodstock during summer. Miami gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Woodstock receives 293 hours of full sun in the summer.
Miami gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Miami usually receives more rain than Woodstock. Miami gets 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMiami 83°F (28°C)Woodstock 74°F (24°C)
Should I visit Miami or Woodstock in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Miami as well as Woodstock. The autumn months attract visitors to Miami because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Miami is much warmer than Woodstock. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Miami in October average around 78°F (26°C), and Woodstock averages at about 53°F (12°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Miami this time of the year. In the autumn, Miami often gets more sunshine than Woodstock. Miami gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Woodstock receives 197 hours of full sun.
Miami receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Miami usually gets more rain in October than Woodstock. Miami gets 5.6 inches (143 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMiami 78°F (26°C)Woodstock 53°F (12°C)
Should I visit Miami or Woodstock in the Winter?
Both Woodstock and Miami are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Miami this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Woodstock. In January, Miami is generally much warmer than Woodstock. Daily temperatures in Miami average around 67°F (20°C), and Woodstock fluctuates around 25°F (-4°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Miami. Miami usually receives more sunshine than Woodstock during winter. Miami gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Woodstock receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Miami usually receives less rain than Woodstock. Miami gets 2.2 inches (55 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMiami 67°F (20°C)Woodstock 25°F (-4°C)
Should I visit Miami or Woodstock in the Spring?
Both Woodstock and Miami during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Miami for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Miami is much warmer than Woodstock in the spring. The daily temperature in Miami averages around 75°F (24°C) in April, and Woodstock fluctuates around 49°F (10°C).
In Woodstock, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Miami. In the spring, Miami often gets more sunshine than Woodstock. Miami gets 300 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Woodstock receives 227 hours of full sun.
Miami usually gets less rain in April than Woodstock. Miami gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.7 inches (95 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMiami 75°F (24°C)Woodstock 49°F (10°C)
Typical Weather for Woodstock and Miami
| Miami | Woodstock | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 67°F (20°C) | 2.2 inches (55 mm) | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Feb | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 inches (81 mm) |
| Mar | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) | 38°F (3°C) | 3.8 inches (97 mm) |
| Apr | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (162 mm) | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Jun | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 inches (238 mm) | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) |
| Jul | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) | 74°F (24°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) |
| Aug | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 inches (191 mm) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (100 mm) |
| Sep | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 inches (194 mm) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) |
| Oct | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 inches (143 mm) | 53°F (12°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 inches (110 mm) |
| Dec | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) |
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