Which place is cheaper, Road Town or Paris?
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 Paris or Road Town?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Paris or Road Town? 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: Paris or Road Town?
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Paris Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParis $303Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Paris is $303, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Paris and Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParis $175Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParis $350Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Paris and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Paris or Road Town? 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: Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paris $25Road Town $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$7.32
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Train from Airport$10
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Metro tickets$7.77
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Train$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1 Way Private Transfer from Your Paris Hotel to Versailles Palace: $92
- Airport Transfer Charles De Gaulle or Orly to and from Paris: $55
- Airport Transfer Paris - Disneyland - Minivan 1-8 Passengers: $139
- Airport Transfer at Paris (Mercedes E), From/to Paris-CDG: $209
- Airport Transfer: Paris Airport CDG to Paris City by Business Car: $107
- Airport transfer from Paris to Disneyland Paris/Parc Asterix (8pax): $231
- Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney: $60
- Airport transfer station visit Paris: $168
- Arrival Transfer from Paris Airport CDG to Paris in Private Car: $107
- Arrival Transfer from Paris ORY Airport to Paris City by Sedan: $107
- Arrival Transfer from Paris Orly Airport ORY to Paris by MiniVan: $133
- Arrival Transfer from Paris Train Stations to Paris by car or van: $77
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Paris or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town and Paris 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 dayParis $83Road Town $110
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$9.14
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Breakfast$8.00
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Breakfast for 2$34
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Dinner on River Cruise$98
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Dinner$65
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Cheese$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $66
- Paris Seine River dinner cruise from Alexandre III bridge: $68
- Seine River Cruise and Dinner at Traditional Parisian Restaurant: $74
- Paris Theo Boat Seine River Italian Trattoria Style Dinner Cruise: $75
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris: $75
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $75
- Paris Food Tour: $80
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $83
- 2 Hour Express Paris Centre Food Tour with 4 Tastings & Fine Wine: $87
- Award Winning Local Paris Food Tour with Cheeses, Wines & Secrets: $87
- Montmartre Pastries and Chocolate Food Tour with 6+ Tastings: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paris $87Road Town $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$21
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Admission to Pantheon$5.72
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Catacombs (2)$26
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Free Perfume Museum & Opera District Tour in English: $2.77
- Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based): $3.25
- Paris Hidden Gems: Self Guided Secret Spots Tour: $3.47
- Montmartre Walking Tour: Artists & the Soul of Paris: $3.47
- Paris Le Marais Self Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.48
- Paris Notre-Dame Tour with Scheduled Group Access: $3.48
- Paris Montmartre Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt: $3.48
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Paris: $4.63
- Rude Bastards Tour of Paris: $4.63
- Central Paris Highlights Walking Tour: $4.64
- Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based): $4.64
- Louvre Museum, Self Guided Video Tour: $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParis $28Road Town $20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- The Original Pub Crawl + Free Shots + VIP Club Entry: $20
- Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $20
- Paris Montmartre Cheese Charcuterie Wine Tasting with Audio Tour: $29
- Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $29
- Visit and tasting at the distillery L'Alambic Parisien: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $41
- Paris A burlesque cabaret in a former brothel: $43
- Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $54
- Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $68
- Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $70
- Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paris and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Paris much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paris is in Europe and Road Town 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 Paris would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Paris 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Paris.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paris Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paris or Road Town?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 250 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Paris and Road Town, 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.