Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Saint Thomas?
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 Saint Thomas or Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint Thomas or Quebec City? 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 Thomas or Quebec City?
Saint Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
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Saint Thomas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint Thomas $258Quebec City $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint Thomas is $258, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $152. 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 Thomas and Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint Thomas $131Quebec City $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint Thomas $262Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Saint Thomas and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Saint Thomas or Quebec City? 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: Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint Thomas $37Quebec City $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cyril E. King Airport STT to Charlotte Amalie RoundTrip Transfer: $203
- Exclusive Airport Transfers (up to 4 persons) One-Way: $135
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay / Limetree: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $160
- Prince Taxi & Tours St.Thomas Airport transfer to Redhook Ferry: $200
- Prince Taxi USVI- ST.Thomas Aiport Transfer to Crown bay ferry: $120
- Prince Taxi USVI-ST.Thomas Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton : $180
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $179
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- Québec Jean Lesage International Airport transfer to Club Med: $292
- Private Transfer from Quebec City Hotels to Saguenay Cruise Port: $260
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $249
- Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Quebec Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $208
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $148
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $120
- Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $115
- Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $110
- YQB Airport Transfer: $110
- YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $108
- From Quebec City : Cruise & Visit to Grosse-Ile with bus transfer: $106
- Quebec city private transfer: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint Thomas or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City and Saint Thomas 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 Thomas $94Quebec City $63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors: Cultural Cooking Class, St Thomas, USVI, USA : $81
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $119
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour : $145
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to St. John with Open Bar & Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $149
- Christmas Cove and Pizza Pi Happy Hour Sail Tour: $185
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- Quebecois Aperitif Food Tour in Quebec City: $61
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $202
- Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $202
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $207
- 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $207
- Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $207
- Private Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide : $263
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint Thomas $60Quebec City $24
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Nature and Sightseeing Tour at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden: $16
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
- Island Eco Farm Tour with Local Treats and Sapphire Beach Time: $27
- Cruise Ship Shuttle to Ferry going to St. John: $28
- Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket: $29
- Cruise Ship Port Shuttle to St John Ferry : $34
- Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House: $35
- Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
- St. Thomas Sightseeing Tour with a Guide: $40
- Guided Tour of Coral World Ocean Park & Happy Hour: $40
- St. Thomas Ghost Tour of Historic Charlotte Amalie : $41
- Prince taxi & Tours St.Thomas Virgin Islands-Island Scenic Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Magnificent Montmorency Falls E-Bike Tour: $165
- 4 Hour Scooter Rental in Quebec City Self Guided Urban Adventure: $95
- A Joyful Christmas: Private Walking Tour in Quebec: $983
- A Taste of History Walking Tour: $70
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.56
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $20
- Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $38
- Best of Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $41
- Beyond the Walls E-Bike Tour: $198
- Certified tours in Quebec City in Mandarin Japanese and French: $176
- Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $20
- Electric Fatbike Tour in Québec City: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint Thomas $27Quebec City $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $94
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $96
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $107
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint Thomas and Quebec City, we can see that Saint Thomas is more expensive. And not only is Quebec City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint Thomas is in Caribbean Islands and Quebec City 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 Quebec City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quebec City 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 Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas than you might in Quebec City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint Thomas Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint Thomas or Quebec City?
Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Saint Thomas and Quebec City, 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.