Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre or Saint John's?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre? 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: Saint John's or Grande-Terre?
Saint John's
If you've been to St. John's, Antigua, you were likely on a cruise - which means you likely did not have enough time to truly experience the magic of this tiny island getaway.
St. Johns is the capital of the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Located on Antigua, this tropical city lives up to its status as a tropical paradise. With 365 beaches on the island, you can enjoy the luxury of lounging in the sand every day of the year.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $222Grande-Terre $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $222, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $157. 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 Saint John's and Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Grande-Terre $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Grande-Terre $176
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Grande-Terre
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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: Grande-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Grande-Terre $9.75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:
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Local Bus$1.52
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Taxi From Airport$6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- 3-Hours Snorkeling Activity in Stingray City - Transfer Included: $128
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $59
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $155
- Antigua VC Bird Airport to Island Hotels Private Arrival Transfer: $82
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $77
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $254
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $77
- JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda: $160
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
- Departure Private Transfer from Le Gosier to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $51
- Departure Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $41
- Departure Private Transfer from Saint-Francois to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $92
- Departure Private Transfer from Sainte-Anne to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $60
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $79
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $46
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport to Pointe-a-Pitre Hotels Arrival Transfer: $23
- Pointe-a-Pitre to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre and Saint John's 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 daySaint John's $68Grande-Terre $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint John's
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint John's.
- City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
- Discover the Flavors of St. Johns Food Tour: $125
- Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Grande-Terre $48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint John's
Here are a few typical costs in Saint John's for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Museum of Antigua & Barbu$3.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chariot City Tour Antigua: $20
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience : $66
- Small-Group Hiking Experience in Antigua: $70
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- 2-Hours Stingray City Experience in Antigua: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $15
- Cruise Stopover at Village Sainte Anne and its Beach: $31
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $49
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $49
- Stopover Cruise - Valombreuse Botanical Garden + Sainte-Anne Beach: $49
- *Cruise Stopover* - Tropical Forest - Sainte-Anne Beach: $60
- Private Surf Lessons Tour in Guadeloupe: $97
- Photoshoot + Drone on a Caribbean paradise beach or day tour : $100
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $157
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $169
- Full Day Private Boat Tour to the Lagoon of Guadeloupe: $232
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Grande-Terre $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Grande-Terre, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Grande-Terre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Grande-Terre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grande-Terre 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 Saint John's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John's than you might in Grande-Terre.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John's Expensive? and Is Grande-Terre Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre in the Summer?
Both Grande-Terre and Saint John's are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. It's quite rainy in Saint John's. In July, Saint John's usually receives around the same amount of rain as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Grande-Terre. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre during summer. Saint John's gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Grande-Terre receives 245 hours of full sun in the summer.
Saint John's is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre in the summer. The daily temperature in Saint John's averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint John's 27°C (81°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre in the Autumn?
Both Grande-Terre and Saint John's during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
Grande-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Grande-Terre, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Saint John's. In the autumn, Saint John's often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grande-Terre receives 217 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Saint John's is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Saint John's in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Grande-Terre averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint John's 27°C (80°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint John's and Grande-Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Saint John's usually receives around the same amount of rain as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grande-Terre this time of the year. In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint John's usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre during winter. Saint John's gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Grande-Terre receives 236 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Saint John's is generally around the same temperature as Grande-Terre. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 24°C (76°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint John's 24°C (76°F)Grande-Terre 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Saint John's or Grande-Terre in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Saint John's as well as Grande-Terre. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the spring. Saint John's usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In the spring, Saint John's often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre. Saint John's gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grande-Terre receives 240 hours of full sun.
Saint John's is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre in the spring. The daily temperature in Saint John's averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint John's 26°C (78°F)Grande-Terre 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Grande-Terre and Saint John's
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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