A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Port-of-Spain vs. Zion National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Port-of-Spain or Zion National Park?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Port-of-Spain and Zion National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Port-of-Spain or Zion National Park?

Port-of-Spain

Located on the northwest coast of Trinidad island, Port of Spain is the capital of the Caribbean island nation Trinidad & Tobago. It is a hub of activity, especially during the celebration of Carnival for which the island nation is famous.

Zion National Park

Grab your backpack, water bottle and protein bar and prepare yourself for the most humbling and awe-inspiring sights you'll likely ever see. Zion National Park in southern Utah is a favorite for hikers, backpackers and climbers around the world. With the red and white cliffs of Zion Canyon rising high over the Virgin River, meadows of wildflowers, hanging gardens and high plateaus, you'll be hard pressed to find more breathtaking views in the US.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Zion National Park or Port-of-Spain?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Port-of-Spain is $174, while the average daily cost in Zion National Park is $119. 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 Port-of-Spain and Zion National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Port-of-Spain $80
    Zion National Park $60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Port-of-Spain $160
    Zion National Park $120
Compare Hotels in Port-of-Spain and Zion National Park

Looking for a hotel in Port-of-Spain or Zion National Park? 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.

Hotels in Port-of-Spain


Hotels in Zion National Park


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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: Port-of-Spain Hotel Prices and Zion National Park Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Port-of-Spain $49
    Zion National Park $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Port-of-Spain or Zion National Park?

Prices for flights to both Zion National Park and Port-of-Spain 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Port-of-Spain $54
    Zion National Park $37

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Port-of-Spain $59
    Zion National Park $26

Tours and Activities in Zion National Park

Here are a few actual costs in Zion National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • East Zion Dark Sky Stargazing Tour: $19
  • East Zion East Rim Jeep Tour: $49
  • Campfire S'mores and Stars Tour in Kanab: $65
  • Zion Sunset Jeep Tour: $69
  • Virgin: Zion National Park Off-Road Vehicle Tour & Hike: $89
  • Award Winning UTV Slot Canyon Tour: $98
  • Peekaboo Slot Canyon UTV and Hiking Adventure: $99
  • 3 Hour Guided E Bike Tour in Zion National Park : $100
  • Peekaboo Slot Canyon Jeep Tour: $104
  • East Zion Crimson Canyon Hike & UTV Adventure: $109
  • UTV Dune Cruise and Surf at Coral Pink Sand Dunes: $114
  • Via Ferrata / Rappel Adventure in East Zion: $119

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Port-of-Spain $22
    Zion National Park $8.28


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port-of-Spain and Zion National Park, we can see that Port-of-Spain is more expensive. And not only is Zion National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Port-of-Spain is in Caribbean Islands and Zion National Park is in North 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 Zion National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zion National Park 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 Port-of-Spain would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Port-of-Spain than you might in Zion National Park.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Port-of-Spain Expensive? and Is Zion National Park Expensive?.


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