A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tallahassee vs. Saint John for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tallahassee or Saint John?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tallahassee and Saint John can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Tallahassee or Saint John?

Tallahassee

As the skyscrapers glow against the rose-tinged sunset, you find yourself astounded by the tropical metropolitan area of Tallahassee, Florida. Known as the capital city of the state, Tallahassee is the hub of Floridian politics and history, holding Florida State Capitol, Supreme Court of Florida, Florida Governor's Mansion, and nearly 30 state agency headquarters within its borders. To add to its importance, in 2015, Tallahassee was given the All-American City Award by the National Civic League for a second time. Despite all the city's historical and political accomplishments, Tallahasse is also known to attract a wide array of tourists looking to explore the beauty of Florida. From wild refuges to busy shopping districts to Florida State University, Tallahassee is a great place to be in Florida.

Saint John

With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.

This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Tallahassee or Saint John?

Tallahassee has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Tallahassee or Saint John in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Tallahassee as well as Saint John. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tallahassee this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.

In the summer, Tallahassee is around the same temperature as Saint John. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tallahassee in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Saint John averages at about 29°C (83°F).

Tallahassee receives a lot of rain in the summer. Tallahassee usually gets more rain in July than Saint John. Tallahassee gets 8.9 inches (227 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tallahassee or Saint John in the Autumn?

Both Saint John and Tallahassee are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Tallahassee for the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Tallahassee is generally cooler than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Tallahassee average around 69°F (20°C), and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John. In October, Tallahassee usually receives less rain than Saint John. Tallahassee gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. June to November is the hurricane season in Tallahassee.

Should I visit Tallahassee or Saint John in the Winter?

Both Saint John and Tallahassee during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tallahassee in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.

Tallahassee is much colder than Saint John in the winter. The daily temperature in Tallahassee averages around 51°F (11°C) in January, and Saint John fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

Tallahassee usually gets more rain in January than Saint John. Tallahassee gets 3.7 inches (95 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tallahassee or Saint John in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallahassee and Saint John. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the spring, Tallahassee is cooler than Saint John. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tallahassee in April average around 67°F (19°C), and Saint John averages at about 27°C (80°F).

Tallahassee gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Tallahassee usually receives more rain than Saint John. Tallahassee gets 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. June to November in Tallahassee is the hurricane season.

Typical Weather for Saint John and Tallahassee