Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre or Rio de Janeiro?
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 Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rio de Janeiro and Grande-Terre 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: Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre?
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is the most popular travel destination in Brazil. It is the second largest city in Brazil and the sixth largest in the Americas. A portion of the city has been designated a World Heritage Site. It's also famous for Carnival, it's gorgeous beaches, and world-famous landmarks. Rio's appeal as a travel destination is apparent year round due to the great weather and plenty of fun activities. The city has a wonderful natural harbor that is surrounded by Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Peak, and the hills of Tijuca, creating an absolutely breathtaking and awe-inspiring setting.
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRio de Janeiro $115Grande-Terre $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Rio de Janeiro is $115, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $210. 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 Rio de Janeiro and Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRio de Janeiro $64Grande-Terre $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRio de Janeiro $128Grande-Terre $192
Compare Hotels in Rio de Janeiro and Grande-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre? 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: Rio de Janeiro Hotel Prices and Grande-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rio de Janeiro $7.65Grande-Terre $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rio de Janeiro
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rio de Janeiro:
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Taxi Ride$2.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rio de Janeiro
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rio de Janeiro:
- Airport Transfer: Rio de Janeiro to Airport GIG by Business Car: $113
- All-You-Can-Eat Brazilian Churrascaria in Rio de Janeiro with Transfer: $85
- Angra dos Reis Private Transfer from Rio de Janeiro : $122
- AquaRio Small Group Guided Tour with entrance and transfer: $90
- Arrival Transfer: Airport GIG to Rio de Janeiro by Business Van: $137
- Boat Party by Night in Rio de Janeiro Admission & Transfer : $68
- Buzios Private Transfer to and from Rio de Janeiro: $200
- Buzios Transfer From Rio de Janeiro: $40
- Cabo Frio Private Transfer From Rio de Janeiro : $124
- Cabo Frio Shared Transfer From Rio de Janeiro: $63
- Carnaval Party Tour and Samba Class in Rio with Transfer: $60
- Corcovado & Favela Tour with Transfer: $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Arrival Private Transfer Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe a Pitre by SUV: $41
- Arrival Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Le Gosier by SUV: $50
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre Arrival Transfer: $47
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $91
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Port to Pointe-à-Pitre: $76
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $76
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Cruise Port : $76
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP) : $76
- Transfer Guadeloupe Airport to Cruise Port: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre and Rio de Janeiro 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 dayRio de Janeiro $34Grande-Terre $96
Typical Food Prices in Rio de Janeiro
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rio de Janeiro:
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Popcorn$0.56
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Corn on the Cob$0.75
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Hamburger$0.94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rio de Janeiro
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rio de Janeiro.
- Waterfront Dinner and Live Music in Rio de Janeiro: $46
- Hands-On Cooking Class in Rio: Iconic Street Foods & Caipirinhas: $75
- Authentic Brazilian BBQ & Wine: A Guided Dinner Experience in Rio: $79
- Roxy Show - Brazilian Rhythms with optional Barbecue Dinner: $85
- Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes: $92
- Family Cooking Class in Rio Make 9 Brazilian Dishes Together: $95
- LGBTQ+ Cooking Class in Rio: Cook, Toast & Celebrate Together: $95
- Brazilian BBQ Cooking & Drinks Class + Patio Party in Copacabana: $95
- Dinner and Show at the Official Roxy Dinner Show - Rio de Janeiro: $122
- Brazilian Dinner Show: Cultural Experience in Rio de Janeiro: $126
- Samba Show Admission & Transfer with Dinner Option: $130
- Flavors of Cooking Class and Caipirinhas: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rio de Janeiro $21Grande-Terre $52
Tours and Activities in Rio de Janeiro
Here are a few actual costs in Rio de Janeiro for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Rio de Janeiro (Urca) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.51
- Salvador Sights Self Guided Tour (Pelourinho): $4.51
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Santa Teresa: the staircase: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Imperial Rio: $10
- Rocinha Local Tour: $19
- Rocinha favela walking tour with a local guide: $20
- Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience: $23
- Tour of the Heart of Historic Rio de Janeiro : $23
- Rio de Janeiro Tour with App – No Guide, Start When You Want: $24
- Carnival Backstage Tour - Visit a traditional Samba School : $25
- Carnaval Experience: Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail : $26
- Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRio de Janeiro $12Grande-Terre $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Rio de Janeiro
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rio de Janeiro:
- Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery: $40
- Rio de Janeiro Pub Crawl (Lapa district): $40
- Rio Pub Crawl: Taste Caipirinhas & Local Bar Snacks: $95
- Petrópolis City and Brewery Bohemia Tour - Best of Rio's Mountains: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rio de Janeiro and Grande-Terre, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Rio de Janeiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rio de Janeiro is in South America and Grande-Terre 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 Rio de Janeiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rio de Janeiro 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Rio de Janeiro.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rio de Janeiro Expensive? and Is Grande-Terre Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre?
Rio de Janeiro has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grande-Terre experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre in the Summer?
Both Grande-Terre and Rio de Janeiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Rio de Janeiro for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Rio de Janeiro is generally around the same temperature as Grande-Terrein July. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 26°C (79°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. It's quite rainy in Rio de Janeiro. In January, Rio de Janeiro usually receives less rain than Grande-Terrein July. Rio de Janeiro gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyRio de Janeiro 26°C (79°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre in the Autumn?
Both Grande-Terre and Rio de Janeiro during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Rio de Janeiro in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
Rio de Janeiro is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rio de Janeiro averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in October.
Grande-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro usually gets less rain in April than Grande-Terrein October. Rio de Janeiro gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year. May to November is the dry season in Rio de Janeiro. December to April is the rainy season in Rio de Janeiro.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberRio de Janeiro 25°C (77°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rio de Janeiro and Grande-Terre. Most visitors come to Rio de Janeiro for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Rio de Janeiro is cooler than Grande-Terre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rio de Janeiro in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Grande-Terre averages at about 24°C (76°F)in January.
In July, Rio de Janeiro usually receives less rain than Grande-Terrein January. Rio de Janeiro gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryRio de Janeiro 21°C (70°F)Grande-Terre 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Rio de Janeiro or Grande-Terre in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rio de Janeiro as well as Grande-Terre. The spring months attract visitors to Rio de Janeiro because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year.
In October, Rio de Janeiro is generally cooler than Grande-Terrein April. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 23°C (73°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. Rio de Janeiro usually gets less rain in October than Grande-Terrein April. Rio de Janeiro gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, May to November in Rio de Janeiro is the dry season. December to April in Rio de Janeiro is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilRio de Janeiro 23°C (73°F)Grande-Terre 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Grande-Terre and Rio de Janeiro
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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