Which place is cheaper, Saint John's or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagreb or Saint John's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zagreb and Saint John's. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zagreb or Saint John's?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
Saint John's
If you've been to St. John's, Antigua, you were likely on a cruise - which means you likely did not have enough time to truly experience the magic of this tiny island getaway.
St. Johns is the capital of the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Located on Antigua, this tropical city lives up to its status as a tropical paradise. With 365 beaches on the island, you can enjoy the luxury of lounging in the sand every day of the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $82Saint John's $222
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Saint John's is $222. 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 Zagreb and Saint John's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $51Saint John's $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $102Saint John's $240
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Saint John's
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Saint John'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.
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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: Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $9.69Saint John's $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Airport Zagreb Transfer and Shuttle : $98
- Arrival Private Transfer from Zagreb Airport ZAG to Zagreb City by Business Car: $47
- Arrival Private Transfer from Zagreb Airport ZAG to Zagreb City by luxury van: $66
- Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Zagreb-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- From Sarajevo: One-Way Transfer to Zagreb & Plitvice Lakes: $431
- From Split: Transfer to Zagreb with Stop at Plitvice Lakes: $150
- From Plitvice Lakes Round-Trip Comfort Bus Transfer: $16
- From Transfer to Split & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour: $160
- Guided transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes stop: $152
- Krka National Park Private Tour from Zagreb with transfer to Sibenik: $272
- Krka National Park Private Tour from Zagreb with transfer to Split: $296
- Luxury Private Transfer Zagreb - Zagreb Airport: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:
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Local Bus$1.52
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Taxi From Airport$6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- 3-Hours Stingray City - Transfer, Spanish-Italian Guide Included: $155
- Airport Transfer from/to all resorts in Antigua - Water Inc.: $60
- Airport Transfers to Antigua Hotels/Resorts: $170
- Antigua - VIP Fast Track On Arrival ONLY And Round Trip Transfer : $99
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Antigua V.C. Bird Airport (ANU) to Island - Round-Trip Transfer : $156
- Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU) to island Private Transfer: $78
- Antigua&BarbudaV.C.Bird Airport(ANU)to island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Biggvee Premium Airport One Way Transfer: $200
- Island to Antigua&Barbuda V.C.Bird Airport(ANU)- Private Transfer: $78
- Luxury Airport transfer from or to Antigua Airport : $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Saint John's?
Prices for flights to both Saint John's and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb $18Saint John's $68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $137
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $958
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint John's
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint John's.
- City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
- Discover the Flavors of St. Johns Food Tour: $125
- Private Art Tour or Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $13Saint John's $103
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket: $4.31
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.38
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships: $7.53
- Zagreb Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $9.69
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Zagreb's Old Town: Walking In-App Audio Tour(ENG): $11
- Small-Group Walking Highlights Tour: $16
- Group walking tour of Zagreb (funicular included): $17
- City Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & WW2 Tunnels: $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint John's
Here are a few typical costs in Saint John's for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Museum of Antigua & Barbu$3.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chariot City Tour Antigua: $20
- Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- City of St John's Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience : $66
- Small-Group Hiking Experience in Antigua: $70
- Glenmon taxi and tours: $70
- Stingray City Experience Antigua - ONLY TICKET: $73
- Antigua Historical Sites Island Tour: $75
- Kayak Eco Adventures Glass Kayak Nature and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Authentic Antiguan Experience: $79
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA : $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb $9.49Saint John's $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $103
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $179
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
- Castles & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $235
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Saint John's, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagreb is in Europe and Saint John'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 Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John's than you might in Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Saint John's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Saint John's?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Saint John's. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Saint John'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.
When is the best time to visit Zagreb or Saint John's?
Zagreb has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John's experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John's in the Summer?
Both Saint John's and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John's because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Zagreb is cooler than Saint John's in the summer. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Saint John's fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint John's. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zagreb. Zagreb usually receives more sunshine than Saint John's during summer. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 245 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In July, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Saint John's 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John's in the Autumn?
Both Saint John's and Zagreb during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John's year-round.
In the autumn, Zagreb is much colder than Saint John's. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zagreb in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Saint John's averages at about 27°C (80°F).
In Saint John's, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 217 hours of full sun.
Saint John's gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Zagreb usually gets less rain in October than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint John's 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John's in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Saint John's. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint John's attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Zagreb can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Zagreb is generally much colder than Saint John's. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 1°C (35°F), and Saint John's fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint John's this time of the year. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Saint John's during winter. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies, while Saint John's receives 236 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Saint John's 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint John's in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Saint John's. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the activities around the city during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John's throughout the year.
Zagreb is much colder than Saint John's in the spring. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Saint John's fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint John's. In the spring, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint John's receives 240 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Saint John's. Zagreb usually gets less rain in April than Saint John's. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint John's receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint John's 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John's and Zagreb
| Zagreb | Saint John's | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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