Which place is cheaper, San Juan or Strasbourg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Strasbourg or San Juan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Strasbourg and San Juan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Strasbourg or San Juan?
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
San Juan
If you've ever set foot on a Caribbean cruise, you've probably spent a bit of time in San Juan, Puerto Rico. However, maybe you should consider spending more than just a port day in this beautiful and historically rich city.
As the capital and largest city in all of Puerto Rico, San Juan is home to approximately 400,000 people. Established in 1521, it is also the second oldest European-founded settlement in the Americas.
As this city fuses a historic paradise with modern day energy, it has absolutely everything to offer. Intellectual wanderers, beach bums, rainforest adventurers and radical surfers will all find plenty to do in San Juan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStrasbourg $148San Juan $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is $148, while the average daily cost in San Juan is $192. 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 Strasbourg and San Juan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStrasbourg $71San Juan $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStrasbourg $142San Juan $248
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and San Juan
Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg or San Juan? 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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and San Juan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Strasbourg $48San Juan $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $252
- Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
- Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $82
- Strasbourg Entzheim Airport - Private Transfer from/to Hotels: $79
- Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $65
- Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
- Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Juan
Also for San Juan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- San Juan Airport (SJU): Private Transfer to San Juan Port: $272
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port: Transfer to San Juan hotel: $272
- Carabali Rain Forest Round Trip Private Taxi Transfer: $210
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, 16Pax Mercedes Van, Select Zone: $130
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, 14Pax Lux Sprinter Van: $124
- Private Transfer from SJU Airport to San Juan / Rio Grande: $105
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, 11Pax Lux Sprinter Van: $103
- Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer: $99
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Mercedes ECO Van, Select Zone: $87
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Ford Premium SUV, Select Zone: $87
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Lexus Luxury Sedan, Select Zone: $81
- Oneway Transfer San Juan to Ceiba: Ferry, Vieques/Culebra Airport: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Strasbourg or San Juan?
Prices for flights to both San Juan and Strasbourg 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 dayStrasbourg $47San Juan $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg
For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 hours Cooking lesson: $53
- Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
- Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
- Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Old San Juan Sunset Food Tour with Drinks: $156
- Savor the Sunset: Old San Juan Walk and Food Tour: $159
- City Lights Sky High Dinner Experience: $165
- Authentic Flavors of San Juan Food Tour: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Strasbourg $25San Juan $49
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
- 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $65
- Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $148
- Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
- Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $107
- Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $175
- Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $49
- Alsatian tour, tasting and meal - 100% immersive experience: $60
- Christmas Joy in Strasbourg Walking Tour: $645
- Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $104
- From Half-Day Tour of Alsace Villages: $86
- Full-Day Highlights of the Alsace Tour: from Strasbourg: $178
- Gems of Alsace: Private Full-Day Tour from Strasbourg: $2,044
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Horseback Riding Tour$40
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Full Day Snorkeling Trip$100
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1 Hr Windsurfing Lesson$75
Tours and Activities in San Juan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Juan.
- Full-Day Tour: El Yunque, Luquillo Beach, Bio Bay Night Kayaking: $155
- Rum Craft Cocktail Tour in San Juan: $65
- 1 or 2 Hour Puerto Rico Horseback Ride Experience!: $210
- Arenales Caves, Waterfall & River Swimming Adventure: $140
- Arte Boriken-Urban Art & Beach Sip & Paint Tour: $145
- Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Adventure from San Juan: $110
- Black Sand Beach- See The Southeast of Puerto Rico Private Tour: $150
- Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide: $136
- Craft Beer Private Tour in San Juan: $168
- Cruise Ship Travelers: Hike to a Hidden Puerto Rican Waterfall: $85
- Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo: $175
- Discover El Yunque: Half-Day Rainforest Tour: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStrasbourg $21San Juan $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
- Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
- Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
- Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $38
- Alsace Half-Day Wine Tour from Strasbourg: $105
- From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
- Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
- Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $151
- Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $172
- Wine Tasting Private Tour: $549
Sample the Local Flavors in San Juan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in San Juan:
- Pinones Pub crawl in Puerto Rico: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and San Juan, we can see that San Juan is more expensive. And not only is Strasbourg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Strasbourg is in Europe and San Juan 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 Strasbourg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Strasbourg 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 San Juan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Juan than you might in Strasbourg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Strasbourg Expensive? and Is San Juan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Strasbourg or San Juan?
San Juan has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Strasbourg. When comparing the sizes of Strasbourg and San Juan, 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 Strasbourg or San Juan?
Strasbourg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but San Juan experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Strasbourg or San Juan in the Summer?
Both San Juan and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Strasbourg for the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to San Juan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Strasbourg is cooler than San Juan in the summer. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and San Juan fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in San Juan. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Strasbourg. Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than San Juan during summer. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Strasbourg usually receives less rain than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyStrasbourg 20°C (68°F)San Juan 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or San Juan in the Autumn?
Both San Juan and Strasbourg during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to San Juan year-round.
In the autumn, Strasbourg is much colder than San Juan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Strasbourg in October average around 12°C (53°F), and San Juan averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In San Juan, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 235 hours of full sun.
San Juan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Strasbourg usually gets less rain in October than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberStrasbourg 12°C (53°F)San Juan 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or San Juan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and San Juan. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year. San Juan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Strasbourg in the winter. In January, Strasbourg is generally much colder than San Juan. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 2°C (35°F), and San Juan fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in San Juan this time of the year. Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than San Juan during winter. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while San Juan receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Strasbourg usually receives less rain than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryStrasbourg 2°C (35°F)San Juan 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Strasbourg or San Juan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as San Juan. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to San Juan throughout the year.
Strasbourg is much colder than San Juan in the spring. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and San Juan fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in San Juan. In the spring, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Juan receives 272 hours of full sun.
Strasbourg usually gets less rain in April than San Juan. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while San Juan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilStrasbourg 11°C (51°F)San Juan 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for San Juan and Strasbourg
| Strasbourg | San Juan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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.