Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Bruges?
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 Bruges or Ocho Rios?
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 Bruges and Ocho Rios. 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: Bruges or Ocho Rios?
Bruges
Located in the northern part of Belgium, in Flanders, Bruges is one of the most charming and well preserved cities in Europe. With its stone streets and charming shops, it is a postcard perfect city that seems to have jumped out of the pages of a Disney fairytale. The city itself is quite compact, adding to the charm and making it easily walkable. Even given its old world charm, it manages to present a cosmopolitan air as well. There's an active nightlife, but during the day the historical city center is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. You can take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or you can wander around on your own. Be sure to swing into some of the museums, cathedrals, and churches you'll see along the way. There are now shops everywhere that are designed to appeal to tourists. While some may be easy to walk by, it takes the strongest souls to ignore the chocolate shops you'll see on your way.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Belgium, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBruges €161Ocho Rios €73
The average daily cost (per person) in Bruges is €161, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is €73. 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 Bruges and Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBruges €59Ocho Rios €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBruges €118Ocho Rios €86
Compare Hotels in Bruges and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Bruges or Ocho Rios? 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: Bruges Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bruges €17Ocho Rios €6.23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bruges:
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Five Day Bus Pass€15
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Bike Rental for Day€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bruges
Also for Bruges, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to The Hague: $293
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to Amsterdam: $262
- PrivateTransfer from Zeebrugge Port to Ostend Bruges Airport(OST): $240
- Private Transfer from Ostend Bruges Airport OST to Zeebrugge Port: $240
- Private Transfert from Bruges to Brussels Airport By Business car: $238
- Private transfer from Bruges to Brussels, 2h Stop in Ghent: $216
- Private direct transfer from Cruise Port Zeebrugge to Brussels: $192
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to Brussels: $154
- Private transfer from Bruges to Lille, English-speaking driver: $150
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotel - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $144
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Bruges hotels: $75
- Private Transfer from Bruges City Hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
- Kingston Airport (KIN) to Runaway Bay Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
- Ocho Rios Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $240
- Kingston Airport Transfer to Runaway Bay Hotels: $200
- Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $176
- Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
- Montego Bay Private Airport Transfer To and from ochi rios : $170
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Bruges or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Bruges 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 dayBruges €89Ocho Rios €23
Typical Food Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bruges:
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Cup of Tea€2.00
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Sandwich for Lunch€3.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour : $161
- Bruges Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $165
- Bruges Food Tour: 8 Tastings of Local Delicacies: $184
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bruges €15Ocho Rios €13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Groeninge Museum Entrance€8.00
Tours and Activities in Bruges
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bruges.
- "Hidden Brugge" Photo Tour - 2hr open city tour & workshop: $83
- "Shades of Brugge" Photo Tour - 3hr private city tour & workshop: $298
- 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included: $3.59
- 6 Hour Bruges Shore Excursion from Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $81
- Authentic Medieval Bruges Private Tour with Local Guide: $96
- BRYGGJA ROMANTICA - 3 Hour Romantic Tour in Bruges: $54
- Best Bruges Cruise-Friendly Tour including Canal Boat Ride: $65
- Best Bruges Shore Excursion from Your Ship with Canal Cruise : $75
- Best Bruges Shore Excursion including Deluxe Canal Cruise: $79
- Best of History, Chocolate & Beer Tour: $66
- BikeTour Bruges & Damme in Spanish and English: $143
- Breathtaking Bruges - Private Walking Tour: $228
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate€8.97
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens€4.49
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Tour of Prospect Plantation€15
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $285
- Blue Hole Tour From Ocho Rios: $60
- Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
- Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $165
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Tubing Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $140
- Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $110
- Private Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $60
- Shopping Tour From Runaway Bay Hotels : $75
- 1 Hour Private Rafting Experience in Jamaica: $65
- ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
- ATV Guided Tour To Blue Hole & Spanish Bridge In Ocho Rios: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBruges €11Ocho Rios €6.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bruges and Ocho Rios, we can see that Bruges is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bruges is in Europe and Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Bruges would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bruges than you might in Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bruges Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bruges or Ocho Rios?
Bruges has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Bruges and Ocho Rios, 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 Bruges or Ocho Rios?
Bruges has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bruges or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Bruges are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Bruges in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Bruges is much colder than Ocho Rios in the summer. The daily temperature in Bruges averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bruges. Bruges usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during summer. Bruges gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bruges usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBruges 17°C (63°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
Both Ocho Rios and Bruges during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Bruges for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
In the autumn, Bruges is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bruges in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Bruges often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun.
Ocho Rios gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bruges usually gets less rain in October than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBruges 12°C (54°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bruges and Ocho Rios. The winter months attract visitors to Bruges because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Bruges can be very cold. In January, Bruges is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Bruges average around 3°C (38°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. Bruges usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during winter. Bruges gets 47 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bruges usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBruges 3°C (38°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bruges as well as Ocho Rios. The natural beauty are the main draw to Bruges this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
Bruges is much colder than Ocho Rios in the spring. The daily temperature in Bruges averages around 8°C (47°F) in April, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the spring, Bruges often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun.
Bruges usually gets more rain in April than Ocho Rios. Bruges gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBruges 8°C (47°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Bruges
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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.