How much does it cost to travel to Martinique?
You should plan to spend around $179 (€164) per day on your vacation in Martinique. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $66 (€61) on meals
- $15 (€14) on local transportation
- $180 (€165) on hotels
A one week trip to Martinique for two people costs, on average, $2,501 (€2,300). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
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All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Martinique expensive to visit?
Martinique is a moderately priced destination to visit. It's about average with most other countries for travel costs. The prices for food, accommodation, and transportation are all fairly reasonable.
Within the Caribbean Islands, which is known to be an expensive region, Martinique is reasonably affordable compared to the other countries. It is in the top 25% of countries in the Caribbean Islands for its affordability. You can find more affordable countries such as Haiti, but there are also more expensive countries, such as Barbados.
For more details, see Is Martinique Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Martinique?
The average Martinique trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Martinique travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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€165
($180)
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Local Transportation 1
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€14
($15)
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Food 2
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€61
($66)
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Entertainment 1
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€43
($47)
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Alcohol 2
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€6 -
17
($6 - 18)
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Accommodation Budget in Martinique
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Martinique is $90 (€83). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Martinique is $180 (€165). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Martinique? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Local Transportation Budget in Martinique
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Martinique is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $15 (€14) per person, per day, on local transportation in Martinique.
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Local Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$15
€14
Typical prices for Local Transportation in Martinique are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Local Transportation prices in Martinique, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
Food Budget in Martinique
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Martinique can vary, the average cost of food in Martinique is $66 (€61) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Martinique should cost around $27 (€24) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Martinique is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$66
€61
Entertainment Budget in Martinique
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Entertainment and activities in Martinique typically cost an average of $47 (€43) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$47
€43
Typical prices for Entertainment in Martinique are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Entertainment prices in Martinique, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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4 Hrs Horseback Riding
€54
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18 Holes of Golf
€55
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30 Minute Jetski Rental
€60
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3 Hr Windsurfing Lesson
€100
Alcohol Budget in Martinique
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $12 (€11) on alcoholic beverages in Martinique per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$12
€11
Martinique On a Budget
Martinique is an overseas region of France located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, north of St. Lucia and south of Dominica. The island's culture is a unique blend of French and Caribbean influences, especially prevalent in its cooking and music. Also popular are Martinique's many beautiful beaches, some featuring white and others black sand due to its volcanic origins.
Top Tourist Attractions
As the gateway to the island, Fort-de-France has plenty to offer in history and sightseeing. One landmark is Fort Saint-Louis - a fortress on a peninsula of the harbor, built during the reign of Louis XIII. Today it houses a French naval base with some parts open to the public as a museum. Another impressive structure is now a library known as Bibliotheque Schoelcher, whose architecture is probably the island's nicest colonial example. There is also a small museum about rum making in the former Dillon distillery, as well as a botanical garden called the Jardin de Balata just outside the city which showcases more than 200 species of tropical plants and flowers. The town of Macouba is another scenic place to visit - a former tobacco town with views of the sea and mountains and sometimes the neighboring island of Dominica on a clear day.
Beyond history and scenic viewpoints, Martinique is also host to a good deal of beautiful beaches - most of which are located on the island's southern end. Les Salines is one of the most popular beaches, lined with restaurants, snack bars, fresh fruit and ice cream vendors as well as places selling souvenirs and swimming gear. Much less frequented is the nearby Grande Terre des Salines off to the left, though even more secluded is Anse Meuniere o Moustique. Others include Pointe du Marin which has plenty of amenities, Anse Figuier, Anse Mabouyas, Le Diamant, Grande Anse, and Anse Noir e Anse Dufour (a black and a white sand beach) which features an abundance of wildlife on its sea floor.
Martinique is part of the Antilles archipelago, volcanic in origin and dominated by Mount Pelee to the north which erupted in 1902, destroying the city of Saint Pierre (the capital before the eruption). Since then, the city has been rebuilt on a smaller scale with some historic remains, including diving opportunities to see the ship wreckage from the volcanic event. Today, the capital city is Fort-de-France which serves as a main point of entry for visitors. The northern end of the island features rain forests and black sand beaches, the interior is very mountainous, and the southern end is best defined by white sand beaches that are popular with tourists. Other important towns and cities include Sainte-Anne in the south with easy access to beaches, Trois-Ilets across the harbor from the capital featuring resorts and restaurants, the beach town of Le Diamant, and many more quaint towns and villages all over the island.
The major draw to Martinique is its beaches, making the island a great location to engage in beachside activities like swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving, and more. The interior of the island also has plenty of opportunity with hiking destinations like the waterfalls of Cascade Didier. Another popular natural feature is the canyon of Gorges de la Falaise - a unique hike that requires some swimming. There is a fee since the property is privately owned, but it is a one-of-a-kind experience nonetheless.
Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport is the center of operations as far as flight transportation goes. It is located in Le Lamentin, a suburb of the capital Fort-de-France, and has services provided by airlines such as Air Antilles Express, Air Caraibes, Air France, Air Canada Rouge, American Eagle, Ava Air, and others which operate seasonally.
The island can also be reached by boat from the surrounding islands. Once on the island, public transportation in Martinique is very limited. Taxis are expensive and there are very few buses, but there are some shuttle boat services.
Popular Foods
Cuisine of Martinique is dominated by a combination of French and Creole cooking, in addition to influences from Africa and South Asia. Creole dishes rely heavily on seafood concocted into curries and fritters, with the exception of boudin (a Creole type of blood sausage). One dish typical to the island is called Colombo - a chicken curry flavored with masala, tamarind, wine, coconut milk, cassava, and rum. In addition to a wide selection of Creole and French restaurants, Martinique also features creperies, brasseries, and eateries specializing in cuisine from various French regions. Water is safe to drink from the tap, though fresh fruit juices are also very popular as well as a sugar cane drink called jus de canne - and, of course, rum.
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