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 $146Oranjestad $337
The average daily cost (per person) in Prague is $146, 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 $77Oranjestad $188
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPrague $154Oranjestad $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 $9.19Oranjestad $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: $94
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $58
- Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $58
- Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $58
- Cesky Krumlov to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $189
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $58
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $65
- From Prague Airport to Hotel in Prague Private Transfer VIP: $45
- From Prague to Berlin, Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops with Local Driver: $244
- From Prague to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $254
- Hradčany Prague Castle Guided Tour, Tickets, Transfers: $152
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:
- Aruba: Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $22
- Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
- Aruba (AUA) : Airport Private Transfer to Aruba City: $38
- Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
- Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $131
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 $51Oranjestad $109
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.80
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Lunch for One$14
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Bananas$0.68
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Cookies$0.38
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: $33
- Sinatra Tribute Show and Dinner Experience in Manes: $40
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $68
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $71
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $75
- Small-Group Local Pubs Walking Tour And Traditional Czech Dinner: $77
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $81
- Folklore Evening with Music and Dinner: $88
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $96
- Prague Food Tour with 10 Tastings of Authentic Czech Classics: $108
- Homemade Czech Dinner in a Cozy Prague Home: $117
- Prague to Detenice Medieval Castle, Brewery and Dinner Experience: $117
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad.
- Aruba: Sip and Savor Local Food Tour: $95
- Oranjesta: Sunset Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $119
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$4.80
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.72
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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's Viewpoints & Sightseeing on Comfortable E-bike: $3.53
- Prague Panoramic Views Live Guided Tour on Trike EBike EScooter: $3.53
- Retro Style E-Bike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided: $3.53
- Prague's Highlights & Viewpoints, Sightseeing on Ebike: $3.53
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Prague: $3.53
- Grand City Tour of Prague on Retro Styled E-Bike: $3.53
- Prague's Panoramic Viewpoints & Sightseeing on Electric Trike: $3.53
- Prague Alchemy, Legends and Mysteries (Tip-based Tour): $3.54
- Walk Tour Prague Castle by Czechoslovak 3€ + Tip, kids free: $3.54
- Walking Tour New Town of Prague, WWII & Communism (Tip-based): $3.54
- Tour of Prague Astronomical Clock and Jewish Quarter: $3.54
- Prague Segway Fun & Beer tour with a guide: $3.54
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
- Meet the Animals of Aruba Tour: $57
- Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
- Aruba Arikok National Park Hiking 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
- Latin/Caribbean Party Bus Night Tour & Karaoke: $85
- Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
- Aruba: Northcoast UTV Afternoon Adventure: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPrague $13Oranjestad $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$7.64
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl with Karlovy Lazne Entry and Shots: $26
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl ending at Prague's biggest rooftop CLUB: $31
- Prague Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & 5 Story Club Entry: $40
- Prague Blaze Pub Crawl 2hr Unlimited Drinks, DJ and Club Entries: $46
- Drunken Monkey Blaze Pub Crawl: 2hr Unlimited Drinks & Clubs: $46
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in a Historical Cellar in Krizikova: $47
- Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl with Open Bar & Club Entry: $48
- Drunken Monkey Prague Boat Party Pub Crawl: Open Bar & Club Entry: $55
- Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Prague: $58
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $61
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $64
- Brewery tour in the center of Prague: $68
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.