A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Brussels vs. Saint George's for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Brussels or Saint George'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 Brussels and Saint George'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: Brussels or Saint George's?

Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium.


Which place is cheaper, Saint George's or Brussels?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Brussels Prices
    Belgium Prices
    Saint George's Prices
    Grenada Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Brussels 165
    Saint George's 248

The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is €248. 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 Brussels and Saint George's in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Brussels 73
    Saint George's 149
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Brussels 146
    Saint George's 298
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Saint George's

Looking for a hotel in Brussels or Saint George'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.

Hotels in Brussels


Hotels in Saint Georges


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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: Brussels Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Brussels 17
    Saint George's 8.51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:


  • Subway Pass
    4.50
  • Atomium train ticket (2)
    8.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:

  • Transfer from Antwerp <-> Amsterdam Shuttle (1 to 8 Places): $192
  • Transfer Shuttle Brussels South Station <-> Mons (1-8 SEATS): $77
  • Transfer Brussels Midi Station <-> Bruges (1 - 8 PL): $96
  • Shuttle transfer Brussels Gare du Midi <-> Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $77
  • Shuttle transfer Brussels <-> Lille (1 to 8 PLACES): $122
  • Private transfer from Brussels to Ostend, 2h Sightseeing Stop: $265
  • Private transfer from Brussels Airport To Brussels: $132
  • Private transfer from Brussels Airport <-> Brussels: $120
  • Private Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $100
  • Private Transfer from Brussels to Tomorrowland Dreamville by luxury car: $167
  • Private Transfer from Brussels hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $246
  • Private Transfer from Brussels Airport or city to Rotterdam By Business car: $296

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:


  • Taxi From Airport
    26

Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Saint George's?

Prices for flights to both Saint George's and Brussels 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Brussels 66
    Saint George's 79
Typical Food Prices in Brussels

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:


  • Ice Cream & Macaroons
    4.60
  • Dessert (Turkish Delights)
    4.75
  • Cheese
    5.60
  • Olives and Snacks
    6.98
  • Waffle
    3.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.

  • Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
  • Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $119
  • Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $133
  • Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Belgian Gourmet Meal in a Brussels Home: $179

Typical Food Prices in Saint George's

For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Ginger Bun
    0.47

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Brussels 23
    Saint George's 58

Tours and Activities in Brussels

Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in the templar village of Lissewege: $82
  • 2-Hour Walking Tour in Fall and Rise of Art Nouveau: $18
  • 4 Hour Private Tour in Brussels : $271
  • 600 Years of History and Heritage: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leuven: $12
  • A Self-Guided Tour of Brussels' Secret Places and Untold Stories: $12
  • A Self-Guided Tour of From Medieval to Modern Times: $9.99
  • A day in the life of Brussels - Private tour with a local: $162
  • Afternoon Tipsy Tour with Cocktails & Chocolates in Brussels: $46
  • Architecture Tour of Brussels: $30
  • Art Nouveau's Sublime Capital: An Audio Tour in Brussels: $12
  • Artistic Bruges on a Private Tour with a local: $78
  • Best Intro tour of Brussels with a Local: $167

Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint George's

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Saint George's's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • 9 Holes of Golf
    19
  • Evening Sailing Trip
    13

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Brussels 13
    Saint George's 19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:


  • Bottle of Wine
    10
  • Beer
    6.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:

  • Discovery of the La Senne Brewery: $31
  • Beer & Chocolate Tasting in a Brewery-Distillery: $79


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Saint George's, we can see that Saint George's is more expensive. And not only is Brussels much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Saint George'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 Brussels would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brussels 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 George's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint George's than you might in Brussels.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Saint George's Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Brussels or Saint George's?

Brussels has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Saint George'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.