A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Singapore vs. Saint George's for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Singapore or Saint George's?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Singapore or Saint George's? 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: Singapore or Saint George's?

Singapore

Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.


Which place is cheaper, Saint George's or Singapore?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Singapore is $178, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is $291. 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 Singapore and Saint George's in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Singapore $101
    Saint George's $175
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Singapore $202
    Saint George's $350
Compare Hotels in Singapore and Saint George's

Looking for a hotel in Singapore or Saint George's? 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.

Hotels in Singapore


Hotels in Saint Georges


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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: Singapore Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Singapore $11
    Saint George's $9.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:


  • Taxi to Airport
    $25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:

  • Universal Studios Private Two Way Transfer Service: $63
  • Transfer to Zoo/Night Safari/Bird Paradise/Rainforest Asia: $233
  • SIN Private Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet: $49
  • Private Airport Transfer from/to Changi Airport(SIN): $30
  • Cruise Terminal to City Private Transfer: $40
  • Changi Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfer: $29
  • Changi Airport (SIN) Private One-Way Transfer: $23
  • Attractions Shared Transfers from Hotel: $12
  • Airport/Seaport Transfer with Arrival Meet&Greet: $85
  • Airport Transfer Within Your Budget: $58
  • Adventure Cove Waterpark Ticket & Transfer: $65
  • Singapore to Singapore Airport (SIN) - Departure Private Transfer: $42

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:


  • Taxi From Airport
    $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Singapore or Saint George's?

Prices for flights to both Saint George's and Singapore 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Singapore $50
    Saint George's $93
Typical Food Prices in Singapore

Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $4.71
  • Sugarcane Juice
    $1.55

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.

  • 8-hr Combo: Food Tour, 40-Min Cruise & 2 Must-visit Light Shows: $44
  • Full day Tour: Food tour, 40-min Cruise & 2 top-visit Light shows: $45
  • Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $53
  • Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $54
  • Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $55
  • Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings (Self-Guided Hunt): $55
  • Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker: $58
  • Chinatown History and Food Tour in Singapore: $59
  • Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour: $59
  • Food Tour with 10+Tasting: 40-min Cruise & 2 Must See Light Shows: $60
  • Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide: $61
  • Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide: $68

Typical Food Prices in Saint George's

For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Ginger Bun
    $0.56

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Singapore $34
    Saint George's $69

Tours and Activities in Singapore

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:

  • #16Hrs Melaka Highlights Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide: $147
  • °17or19 Hrs Kuala Lumpur Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide: $159
  • 2 to 8 Hours Private Customized Walking Tour in Spanish: $79
  • 2-Park Combo Night Safari + Singapore Zoo Tickets: $129
  • 3 Hour Private Sunset Tour in Singapore: $254
  • 3h Chinatown, Little India,Arab Street SPANISH Walking Tour: $81
  • 3h Historical Civic District & Marina Bay Walking Tour: $68
  • 3hrs Singapore Walking Tour: Chinatown-Kampong Glam: $62
  • 4 Hours - Singapore Tour in Private Car or Minibus with Driver: $163
  • 4 hour Chinatown, Civic District to Marina Bay Walking Tour: $76
  • 4-hour Chinatown, Little India, and Arab Street Walking Tour: $87
  • 4hour Chinatown, Little India, Arab Street Walking Tour: $85

Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint George's

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Saint George's's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • 9 Holes of Golf
    $22
  • Evening Sailing Trip
    $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Singapore $28
    Saint George's $23

Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:

  • Little India Pub Crawl: $24
  • Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $30
  • Singapore Pub Crawl: $38
  • Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $39
  • Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket: $41
  • LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $77
  • LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package: $192


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Singapore and Saint George's, we can see that Saint George's is more expensive. And not only is Singapore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Singapore is in Asia and Saint George's 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 Singapore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Singapore 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 George's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint George's than you might in Singapore.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Singapore Expensive? and Is Saint George's Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Singapore or Saint George's?

Singapore has a larger population, and is about 470 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Singapore and Saint George's, 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.