Which place is cheaper, Road Town or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Road Town?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Road Town, 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: Tallinn or Road Town?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia.
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Tallinn Prices
Estonia PricesRoad Town Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn $139Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is $139, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Tallinn and Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn $54Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn $108Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Road Town? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn $14Road Town $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn: $101
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,902
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $34
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $39
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port: $39
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $68
- Tallinn Party Bus Airport Transfer: $132
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $88
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn $71Road Town $110
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$8.78
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Dessert$1.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $92
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn $6.43Road Town $91
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.16
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $7.02
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour Medieval to Digital Estonia: $14
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $15
- Towers, Legends and Communism an Audio Tour of Tallinn: $15
- Guided Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $16
- Tallinn Coastal Chronicles Walking Tour: $17
- Private Self Guided Tour in Tallinn: $17
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $18
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn $17Road Town $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Tallinn Old Town Bar Crawl - free shots, discounts & club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Tallinn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Road Town 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 Tallinn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tallinn 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Tallinn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Road Town?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Road Town, 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.