Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas or Zagreb?
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 Zagreb or Saint Thomas?
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 Thomas. 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 Thomas?
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 Thomas
Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.
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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Zagreb Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $103Saint Thomas $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $103, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Thomas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $56Saint Thomas $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $112Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Saint Thomas
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Saint Thomas? 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 $11Saint Thomas $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- From Private Transfer to Ljubljana and Lake Bled: $1,050
- Private Split to Zagreb transfer with Plitvice lakes & Wine: $1,004
- Zagreb to Rovinj: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes Visit: $823
- Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $729
- Budapest: Private transfer to Zagreb or Zagreb to Budapest: $553
- Zagreb to Split: Personalized Transfer & Custom Day Trip!: $426
- Private Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park: $408
- From Sarajevo: 1-Way Transfer to Zagreb or opposite: $408
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $295
- Private Transfer from Zagreb to Budapest with 2 hours for sightseeing: $283
- Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Moravske Toplice - Round-Trip Transfer: $205
- Private Transfer from Zagreb to Rijeka with 2h of Sightseeing: $202
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$65
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Taxi Ride$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas
Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cyril E. King Airport STT to Charlotte Amalie RoundTrip Transfer: $200
- Exclusive Airport Transfers (up to 4 persons) One-Way: $149
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian: $174
- PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $174
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay / Limetree: $110
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove: $174
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $174
- Prince Taxi & Tours St.Thomas Airport transfer to Redhook Ferry: $180
- Prince Taxi USVI ST.Thomas Airport transfer to Westin: $135
- Prince Taxi USVI- ST.Thomas Aiport Transfer to Crown bay ferry: $120
- Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $225
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Saint Thomas?
Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas 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 $33Saint Thomas $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $83
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $93
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac Market Visit: $159
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $199
- Zagreb Hike & Taste - Nature Park. Medieval castle. Local Dinner: $209
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas
For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- St. James Snorkel & Pizza Pi Lunch: $90
- St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $109
- Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $119
- Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
- Local Experience, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands Food Tour: $125
- St. Thomas Dinner Sail to Lovango w/ Open Bar and Hors D'oeuvres: $139
- Flavors of St Thomas Walking Food Tour: $145
- St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $14Saint Thomas $60
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (120min) Zagreb All Around Tour-all of the Lower town/Upper town: $91
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Zagreb: $71
- 4 Day Private Istria Tour from Explore & Enjoy: $1,657
- Advent in Zagreb - guided walking tour: $29
- Amazinga Entertainment Entry Ticket 3h: $38
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour from Zagreb: $231
- Best Of Zagreb Walking Tour: $65
- Best of Slovenia: Bled, Postojna, Ljubljana Day Tour from Zagreb: $259
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $105
- Best of Zagreb! Private Walking Tour; Meet the greats -Sit & Meet: $106
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $22
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $93
Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.
- Nature and Sightseeing at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden: $16
- Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $25
- Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket: $29
- Cruise Ship Shuttle to Ferry going to St. John: $30
- Cruise Ship Port Shuttle to St John Ferry: $34
- Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House: $35
- High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port: $45
- St. John Ghost Tour of Historic Cruz Bay: $45
- Guided Stand Up Paddleboard Tour from Margaritaville: $48
- Guided Kayak Tour from Elysian: $48
- Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI - St. Thomas, Virgin Islands- Island Scenic Tour: $49
- Prince taxi & Tours St.Thomas Virgin Islands-Island Scenic Tour: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb $10Saint Thomas $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Zagreb Restaurants Food & Wine Tasting with Old Town Walking Tour: $105
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $111
- Japetić Viewpoint Hike & Plešivica Wine Tasting: $151
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $175
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $193
- Plesivica Region Wine Tasting Half-day Tour: $264
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $271
- From Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $292
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $295
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Thomas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Thomas:
- Da Conch Crawl- Walking Tour and Bar Crawl Downtown St. Thomas: $148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Saint Thomas, we can see that Saint Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Thomas 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 Thomas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Saint Thomas?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Saint Thomas. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Saint Thomas, 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 Thomas?
Zagreb has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Thomas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint Thomas in the Summer?
Both Saint Thomas and Zagreb during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Thomas year-round.
In July, Zagreb is generally cooler than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In Saint Thomas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Zagreb. In the summer, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 287 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in July than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Saint Thomas 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint Thomas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Saint Thomas. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Saint Thomas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Zagreb is much colder than Saint Thomas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Saint Thomas this time of the year. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Saint Thomas receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint Thomas 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint Thomas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Saint Thomas. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Thomas throughout the year.
Zagreb can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Saint Thomas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Saint Thomas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint Thomas. In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Saint Thomas receives 240 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in January than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Saint Thomas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Saint Thomas in the Spring?
Both Saint Thomas and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the activities around the city during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Thomas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Zagreb is generally much colder than Saint Thomas. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Saint Thomas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Saint Thomas. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Saint Thomas during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Saint Thomas receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Saint Thomas. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint Thomas receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Saint Thomas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Thomas and Zagreb
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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