Which place is cheaper, Saint Petersburg or Santorini?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santorini or Saint Petersburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Santorini or Saint Petersburg, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Santorini or Saint Petersburg?
Santorini
Santorini is a volcanic island that is part of the Cyclades group of the Greek Islands. It has some spectacular views, beautiful sunsets, and excellent beaches. As one of the most popular of the Greek Islands to visit, Santorini sees many tourists every year. However, it's for a good reason, as the famous white-washed buildings that spill down the hill, some with blue domes that match the gorgeous color of the water, are set against the beautiful mountainous backdrop of one of the most scenic areas of the Mediterranean. Home to several of these small and scenic towns such as Oia, Kamari, Perissa, and Fira, visitors can explore the large island, enjoy delicious food, swim at the beaches, hike the hills, and sail the blue waters.
Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg is a beautiful city that sits on the eastern edge of the Baltic Sea. Its historical city center is threaded with canals and architecturally impressive buildings, leaving little doubt as to why this city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the second largest city in Russia, but perhaps a favorite among travelers. The metropolitan area has a population of over 5 million as well as an impressive culture with fascinating museums, restaurants, and architecture. The city has no shortage of sights and attractions, and many days can be passed while you wander its intricate streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantorini €210Saint Petersburg €62
The average daily cost (per person) in Santorini is €210, while the average daily cost in Saint Petersburg is €62. 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 Santorini and Saint Petersburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantorini €118Saint Petersburg €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantorini €236Saint Petersburg €70
Compare Hotels in Santorini and Saint Petersburg
Looking for a hotel in Santorini or Saint Petersburg? 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: Santorini Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santorini €35Saint Petersburg €7.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santorini
Also for Santorini, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ~ Private airport Transfer to all destinations ~: $33
- Wedding Transfer for Guests: $26
- VIP Limo Transfers From & To Santorini Port: $83
- Transfer to Akrotiri : $44
- Transfer Perissa To Oia : $22
- Transfer & Tours: $18
- Shuttle Transfers From or To Santorini Port: $21
- Shared transfer to/from the airport/port : $75
- Shared Departure Transfers to Airport or Port Santorini : $33
- Shared Departure Transfer: Santorini Hotel to Airport or Cruise Port: $22
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Santorini Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port: $28
- Port Transfer to Hotels and Airport: $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Petersburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint Petersburg:
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Metro Passes€1.31
Is it cheaper to fly into Santorini or Saint Petersburg?
Prices for flights to both Saint Petersburg and Santorini 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 daySantorini €55Saint Petersburg €18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santorini
For Santorini, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Greek Night live Music & Dinner Show in Santorini: $55
- Santorini Caldera Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Wine: $89
- Santorini Greek Cooking Class: $89
- Greek Cuisine Cooking Class in Santorini: $105
- Santorini Volcano Sunset Cruise Including Dinner on Board: $115
- Santorini Sunset Sailing Cruise: Dinner, BBQ, Open Bar, Transfers: $133
- Santorini Food Tour: Fira Half-Day Small-Group Tour with Tastings: $139
- Santorini Cooking Lesson with Chef and a Bottle of Wine : $164
- Santorini Family Farm Food & Wine Tour with Cooking Class: $166
- Traditional Cooking Lessons with Full Meal & Wine: $166
- Vegan Cooking Lessons with Full Meal & Wine: $166
- Half-Day Inland Fishing Tourism Sunset Tour with Dinner: $166
Typical Food Prices in Saint Petersburg
For Saint Petersburg, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€4.51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santorini €35Saint Petersburg €18
Tours and Activities in Santorini
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Santorini.
- Private Half- Day experience in Santorini Island: $249
- Santorini Panoramic Blue Shade Tour-Firostefani, Imerovigli, Oia: $63
- 2-Day Santorini Bus Tour with Volcanic Cruise: $111
- 3 Hour Tour in Oia: $122
- 3 Hours Private Santorini Tour: $139
- 3 hours Panoramic Tour to Oia: $72
- 4 Hour Private Guided Tour in Santorini: $222
- 4 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour in Santorini: $166
- 4 Hours Santorini Private Tour: $189
- 5 Hours Private Tinos Cultural Van Tour: $64
- 5-Hour Private Custom Santorini Tour: $215
- 5-hour My Santorini Private Tailor Made Tour : $194
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantorini €25Saint Petersburg €9.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Santorini
Also in Santorini, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half Day Simply Santorini Tour with Wine Tasting: $68
- Visit to a Wine Museum and Wine Tasting in Santorini : $78
- Santorini Highlights Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting from Fira: $93
- Notos Day Tour through History & Wine Tasting: $100
- 5 towns in 5 hours: Santorini Most Popular Tour with Wine tasting: $119
- Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset: $133
- Intimate Santorini - Small Group Shore Excursion and Wine Tasting: $144
- Santorini Wine Tour with 10 Wine Tastings and Oia Sunset: $150
- Wine Tour in Santorini with private guide, wine museum and tasting: $159
- Santorini Private Highlights Tour & Wine Tasting with local guide: $166
- Private Wine Tour in Santorini : $166
- Half-Day Virtual Reality Tour and Wine Tasting: $166
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santorini and Saint Petersburg, we can see that Santorini is more expensive. And not only is Saint Petersburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint Petersburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint Petersburg 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 Santorini would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santorini than you might in Saint Petersburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santorini Expensive? and Is Saint Petersburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santorini or Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Santorini. When comparing the sizes of Santorini and Saint Petersburg, 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.