Which place is cheaper, Tampa 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 Tampa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Tampa? 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 Tampa?
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.
Tampa
On the north shore of Tampa Bay, across the water from Saint Peterburg, is the city of Tampa. The city has a population of almost 350,000. The metropolitan area includes Tampa, St. Peterburg, and Clearwater. It has about 2.9 million residents and is the second largest metropolitan area in the state. The city is a popular destination for outdoor activities and in 2008 it was ranked the 5th best outdoor city by Forbes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $222Tampa $179
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $222, while the average daily cost in Tampa is $179. 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 Tampa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Tampa $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Tampa $170
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Tampa
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Tampa? 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: Tampa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Tampa $69
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:
- VIP Meet and Greet Fast Track on Arrival at Antigua Airport - without Transfers : $74
- Shared Roundtrip Taxi Transfer from Antigua Airport to Royalton Antigua Resort: $45
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $32
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Island Hotels: $79
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Airport (ANU): $50
- Private Transfer from Antigua Airport (ANU) to St. John's Port: $50
- Private Transfer from Antigua & Barbuda V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to island: $113
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfers & Tour in Antigua & Barbuda: $200
- Private Round Trip Transfer From Antigua Airport To NonSuch Bay: $99
- Private One-Way Antigua Airport Transfer To/From Antigua: $45
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax. Zone C: Hotels: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampa
Also for Tampa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Tampa Airport TPA to Tampa City in Business Car: $72
- Departure Private Transfer: Tampa City to Tampa Airport TPA in Business Car: $72
- Private Arrival Transfer - from Tampa Airport (TPA): $36
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA) to Clearwater Beach: $187
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA) to St Petersburg Accommodation: $187
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport (TPA) to Tampa hotel or address : $187
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport TPA to Lakeland/Winter Haven: $187
- Private Transfer from Tampa Airport to Clearwater: $120
- Private transfer from Tampa airport To Zephyrhills, FL: $155
- Private transfer: From Tampa to airport and vice versa : $18
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Clearwater Beach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Lakeland / Winter Haven - Arrival Private Transfer: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Tampa?
Prices for flights to both Tampa 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 $68Tampa $53
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampa
For Tampa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class near Disney in Tampa Florida: $88
- Ybor City Food Tour On Sundays: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Tampa $20
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:
- 6-Hours Guided Stingray Tour in the East Coast of Antigua: $161
- Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour: $125
- Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation: $190
- Adventure Power Boat Tour Antigua and Private Laviscount Island: $170
- Animal Lovers Dream Tour: $180
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Antigua Reef Riders Self-Drive Boat and Snorkeling Tour: $180
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $85
- Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's: $135
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour: $110
- Antigua Sunset Catamaran Cruise From St. John's: $116
Tours and Activities in Tampa
For Tampa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ybor City Immigrant influence Smart Phone guided App (GPS) walking tour: $6.50
- Tampa Riverwalk: A Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $7.31
- Smartphone Audio Private Walking Tour in Tampa Riverwalk: $7.99
- Tampa Terrors Ghost Tour: $26
- Tampa Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures: $30
- Shared Ybor City Historic Walking Tour: $30
- Downtown Tampa Historic Walking Tour: $30
- The Official Downtown Tampa Ghost Tour: $30
- 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa: $31
- Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour: $31
- Tampa History Cruise: $31
- The Florida Aquarium Ticket: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Tampa $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Tampa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tampa:
- Tampa Bar Crawl on a 2023 Street Legal Golf Cart: $40
- Haunted Pub Crawl: $40
- Ybor City Private Brewery Tour by Custom Golf Cart: $200
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Tampa, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Tampa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Tampa 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 Tampa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tampa 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 Tampa.
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 Tampa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Tampa?
Tampa has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Tampa, 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.
When is the best time to visit Saint John's or Tampa?
Tampa has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John's experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Saint John's or Tampa in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Saint John's as well as Tampa. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tampa this time of year.
In the summer, Saint John's is around the same temperature as Tampa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Saint John's in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Tampa averages at about 82°F (28°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tampa. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. In the summer, Saint John's often gets less sunshine than Tampa. Saint John's gets 245 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tampa receives 265 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tampa. Saint John's receives a lot of rain in the summer. Saint John's usually gets less rain in July than Tampa. Saint John's gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Tampa receives 8.4 inches (214 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint John's 27°C (81°F)Tampa 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Saint John's or Tampa in the Autumn?
Both Tampa and Saint John's are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Tampa for the city's sights and attractions.
In October, Saint John's is generally a little warmer than Tampa. Daily temperatures in Saint John's average around 27°C (80°F), and Tampa fluctuates around 75°F (24°C).
It's quite sunny in Tampa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. Saint John's usually receives less sunshine than Tampa during autumn. Saint John's gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Tampa receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. In October, Saint John's usually receives more rain than Tampa. Saint John's gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Tampa receives 2.6 inches (65 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint John's 27°C (80°F)Tampa 75°F (24°C)
Should I visit Saint John's or Tampa in the Winter?
Both Tampa and Saint John's during the winter 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. Also, many visitors come to Tampa in the winter for the cuisine.
Saint John's is much warmer than Tampa in the winter. The daily temperature in Saint John's averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Tampa fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
In Tampa, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Saint John's. In the winter, Saint John's often gets more sunshine than Tampa. Saint John's gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tampa receives 200 hours of full sun.
Saint John's usually gets more rain in January than Tampa. Saint John's gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Tampa receives 2.3 inches (59 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint John's 24°C (76°F)Tampa 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Saint John's or Tampa in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint John's and Tampa. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round. Also, most visitors come to Tampa for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Saint John's is a little warmer than Tampa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Saint John's in April average around 26°C (78°F), and Tampa averages at about 71°F (22°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tampa this time of the year. In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint John's usually receives less sunshine than Tampa during spring. Saint John's gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Tampa receives 299 hours of full sun in the spring.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Saint John's usually receives more rain than Tampa. Saint John's gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Tampa receives 2.1 inches (53 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint John's 26°C (78°F)Tampa 71°F (22°C)
Typical Weather for Tampa 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) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 inches (59 mm) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 inches (165 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 inches (214 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 8 inches (203 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 inches (161 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 inches (65 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 inches (56 mm) |
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