Should you visit Naples or Sarasota?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Naples and Sarasota can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Naples
Located on the Gulf of Mexico on Florida's southwest coast, Naples is a city best known for its high-end shopping opportunities and golf courses, as well as miles of beaches with calm waters and fine sugar-white sand.
Sarasota
Located on the Gulf Coast of southwest Florida, Sarasota is a popular city known for its thriving arts scene, selection of restaurants, plenty of shopping, and beautiful beaches. The metropolitan area is a hub of city culture, while the beaches offer escapes of fine white sand and aqua waters.
Which city is cheaper, Sarasota or Naples?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Naples is $177, while the average daily cost in Sarasota is $279. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Naples and Sarasota in more detail.
Accommodation
Travelers usually pay around $190 for a double occupancy room in Naples If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
For a normal double-occupancy room in Sarasota, $332 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Sarasota, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is $166, such as in a hostel.
Food
The price of a meal in Naples can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $54 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $22 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
The price of a meal in Sarasota can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $110 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $44 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Naples $54
Sarasota $110
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarasota
For Sarasota, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Downtown Walking Food Tour in Sarasota:
$99
Local Transportation
Naples's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $44 per person, per day on transportation in Naples.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarasota
Also for Sarasota, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Sarasota–Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) to Sarasota - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$224
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Sarasota–Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) to Sarasota - Arrival Private Transfer:
$112
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Sarasota to Sarasota–Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - Departure Private Transfer:
$112
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Sarasota Private Transfer - Hotel to Airport:
$133
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Sarasota Airport to Hotel Private Transfer:
$133
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Private Transfer from Sarasota to Port Canaveral:
$658
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Private Transfer from Sarasota to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport:
$615
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Private Transfer from Sarasota to Orlando (MCO) Airport:
$453
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Private Departure Transfer to Sarasota Airport SRQ:
$32
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Private Arrival Transfer from Sarasota Airport SRQ:
$32
Is it cheaper to fly into Naples or Sarasota?
Prices for flights to both Sarasota and Naples 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Naples can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $20 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Sightseeing expenses in Sarasota, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of $9.08 per day, per person.
Tours and Activities in Naples
For Naples, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Naples Bay: Private Sunset & Sightseeing Boat Tour:
$320
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Dining Experience at a Local's Home:
$95
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Walking Tour and Street Food Market:
$70
Tours and Activities in Sarasota
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sarasota.
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City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota:
$43
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Dolphin Sightseeing Tikibar Hopping Boat Tour:
$525
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Electric Bike Siesta Key Sunset Tour:
$65
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Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour:
$107
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Infamous Sarasota - Happy Hour City Trolley Tour:
$46
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Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels:
$51
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Lido Electric Bike Sunset Tour:
$75
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Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Ecotour:
$51
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Paddleboard or Kayak Tour Through Mangrove Tunnels:
$51
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Private Guided Sightseeing Tour of Sarasota:
$159
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Private Sunset Cruise in Sarasota:
$140
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Psychic Sunday Tour:
$40
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Naples spend on average $30 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naples and Sarasota, we can see that Sarasota is more expensive. And not only is Naples much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Naples would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Naples 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 Sarasota would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarasota than you might in Naples.
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