Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad or Prague?
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 Prague or Oranjestad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Prague and Oranjestad. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Prague or Oranjestad?
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Prague Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPrague $144Oranjestad $337
The average daily cost (per person) in Prague is $144, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad is $337. 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 Prague and Oranjestad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPrague $76Oranjestad $188
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPrague $152Oranjestad $376
Compare Hotels in Prague and Oranjestad
Looking for a hotel in Prague or Oranjestad? 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: Prague Hotel Prices and Oranjestad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Prague $9.07Oranjestad $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Admission Ticket to the ZOO with the Cruise Boat Transfer: $54
- Airport Prague Private Transfer for up to 4 people: $93
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $57
- Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $57
- Comfortable Private Prague Airport Transfer: $47
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $57
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $64
- From Prague to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $251
- Hradčany Prague Castle Guided Tour, Tickets, Transfers: $151
- Marianske Lazne to Prague Airport PRG-Departure Private Transfer: $163
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Prague Airport: $71
- Prague Airport PRG Round-Trip Transfer in Private Van: $123
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oranjestad
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Oranjestad:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad:
- Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
- Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
- Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Prague or Oranjestad?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad and Prague 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 dayPrague $50Oranjestad $108
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.74
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Lunch for One$14
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Bananas$0.67
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Cookies$0.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Hard Rock Cafe Prague with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Prague Food Tour Czech Cuisine and Velvet Revolution Stories: $64
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $66
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $68
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $71
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $75
- Alternative bar tour with dinner in the art district: $86
- Folklore Evening with Music and Dinner: $87
- Prague Night Tour and River Vltava Dinner Cruise: $89
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $94
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $97
- Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Prague $18Oranjestad $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.74
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.64
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Image Theatre for Two$46
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Prague on a Day Express Tour with the Best of the City: $2.45
- Grand City Tour of Prague on Retro Styled E-Bike: $3.49
- Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague: $3.49
- Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter: $3.49
- Retro Style E-Bike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided: $3.49
- Prague on Stylish Retro styled E-Bike - Viewpoints & Sightseeing: $3.49
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Prague: $3.49
- Electric Trike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided: $3.49
- Electric Trike Tour in Prague - City Sightseeing & Fun Riding: $3.49
- Walk Tour Prague Castle by Czechoslovak 3€ + Tip, kids free: $3.50
- Prague Segway Fun & Beer tour with a guide: $3.50
- Prague Castle Walking Tour (Tip-based tour): $3.50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Oranjestad
Here are a few typical costs in Oranjestad for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$25
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Horseback Riding Tour$70
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Golf$124
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$98
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba: Guided Countryside Exploration Tour: $45
- 3-Hour Aruba Highlights Guided Tour: $49
- Half-Day Aruba Island Tour with Top Attractions: $55
- Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
- Meet the Animals of Aruba Tour: $57
- Discover the Island of Aruba: 4-Hour Bus Tour & Snorkel: $59
- Full-Day Aruba History and Landmarks Tour: $69
- Aruba Downtown Historic And Cultural Walking Tour: $75
- Sunset Party Bus tour with Champagne toast on the beach.: $77
- Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
- Aruba: North Coast EZ Raider Adventure: $95
- Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPrague $12Oranjestad $31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$7.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Drunken Monkey Blaze Pub Crawl: 2hr Unlimited Drinks & EPIC club: $34
- Prague Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & 5 Story Club Entry: $40
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in a Historical Cellar in Krizikova: $47
- Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl with Open Bar & Club Entry: $48
- 2.5-Hour Prague Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $51
- Drunken Monkey Prague Boat Party Pub Crawl: Open Bar & Club Entry: $55
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $61
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $64
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $73
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $76
- Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour: $111
- 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $128
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Prague and Oranjestad, we can see that Oranjestad is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Prague is in Europe and Oranjestad 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 Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague 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 Oranjestad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad than you might in Prague.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Prague Expensive? and Is Oranjestad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Prague or Oranjestad?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Oranjestad. When comparing the sizes of Prague and Oranjestad, 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.