Which place is cheaper, Woodstock or Charleston?
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 Charleston or Woodstock?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Charleston or Woodstock, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Charleston or Woodstock?
Charleston
Charleston is a beautiful, southern city and seaport town in South Carolina. It has a wonderful, historic downtown area that the city government works hard to maintain. Located on a peninsula that is created by two rivers, the city is a stunning setting with much character. It is a popular place to visit for its culture, architecture and cuisine. In recent years Charleston has gained popularity and it continues to grow as both a regional and international travel destination. With its rising popularity comes increasing costs. Travel costs continue to go up as restaurants and hotels raise their prices, particularly during the peak travel season and holiday periods.
Woodstock
While this town does lend its name to the 1969 Woodstock Festival, the legendary event was actually held on a dairy farm almost 60 miles away in Bethel, NY. So if you are looking to see the field where it all happened and a museum dedicated to its history, you will need to take a day trip outside of town.
Woodstock, New York, however, does stay true to the spirit of the arts. Since 1903, the place lay home to Byrdcliffe Art Colony, the oldest of its kind in the nation, and even attracted artists of the Hudson River School during the late 1800s. Today, artists from all disciplines-visual, ceramic, music, fiction, nonfiction, screenwriting, playwriting, and poetry-take up residence at the colony and have works displayed in galleries open in the main part of town.
Tinker Street and Mill Hill Road are lined with a mix of restaurants and shops all teeming with the essence of hippie living, arts, and spirituality. From shops selling Woodstock paraphernalia, incense, and Himalayan products, to yoga studios, vegan restaurants, and local art galleries-the town of Woodstock is one dedicated to keeping the spirit of the Woodstock Festival and the arts alive.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Charleston Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCharleston $212Woodstock $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Charleston is $212, while the average daily cost in Woodstock is $178. 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 Charleston and Woodstock in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCharleston $90Woodstock $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCharleston $180Woodstock $162
Compare Hotels in Charleston and Woodstock
Looking for a hotel in Charleston or Woodstock? 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: Charleston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Charleston $33Woodstock $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Charleston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Charleston:
- From Boone Hall Plantation Entry with Transfers: $71
- One Way Airport Transfer Service: $80
- Private Transfer from Charleston City to Charleston Cruise Port: $125
- Private Transfer from Charleston Port to Charleston Airport (CHS): $134
- Private Transfer from Charleston Airport (CHS) to Charleston Port: $134
- Charleston city to Charleston Airport (CHS) - Departure Private Transfer: $134
- Isle of Palms/Sullivans to Charleston AirportCHS Private Transfer: $147
- Folly Beach to Charleston Airport (CHS) - Departure Private Transfer: $147
- Kiawah/Seabrook Islands to Charleston Airport (CHS) – Departure Private Transfer: $208
- Charleston Airport (CHS) to Charleston city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $268
- Charleston Airport (CHS) to Folly Beach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $294
- Charleston AirportCHS to Isle of Palms/Sullivans Private Transfer: $294
Is it cheaper to fly into Charleston or Woodstock?
Prices for flights to both Woodstock and Charleston 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 dayCharleston $100Woodstock $59
Typical Food Prices in Charleston
Some typical examples of dining costs in Charleston are as follows:
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Lunch in downtown Charleston for two$21
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Breakfast$26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Charleston
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Charleston.
- Charleston Sunset Blues & BBQ Dinner Cruise: $72
- Hands-on Cooking Class in Charleston: $89
- Tastes Through Time - Charleston's Best Food Tour!: $96
- Charleston Harbor Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $100
- Tastes Through Time - Charleston's Best Food Tour: $109
- Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More: $110
- Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings: $110
- Downtown Charleston Food Tour: $110
- Charleston's Savor the Flavors of Upper King Street Walking Food Tour: $111
- Savor the Flavors Upper King Street Food Tour: $111
- Small Group Food Tour – Savor the Flavors: $111
- Luxury Harbor Dinner Cruise: $111
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Charleston $22Woodstock $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Charleston
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Charleston are as follows:
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Patriots Point (for 2)$60
Tours and Activities in Charleston
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Charleston are as follows:
- Charleston Self-Guided Ghost Tour in 12 Languages: $5.00
- Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour: $6.75
- Charleston Historic Downtown Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Charleston Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.78
- Charleston Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Self-Guided "The French Quarter Charleston" Solo Walking Tour: $9.75
- Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Window into American History: A Self-guided Charleston Audio Tour: $9.99
- Charleston Self Guided Ghost Tour in 12 Languages: $10
- Charleston Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $13
- 300 Years of War and Peacetime in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- South Carolina Audio Tour: Charleston Audio Tour Adventure: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCharleston $36Woodstock $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Charleston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Charleston:
- Charleston Bar Hunt: Charleston Chase Bar Crawl: $13
- Striped Pig Distillery Tour and Tasting: $22
- Charleston’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Charleston Women and Wine Tour: $34
- Women and Wine Tour: $34
- Charleston Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl: $35
- Haunted Pub Crawl for the Broken-Hearted: $35
- Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl Shared Tour in Charleston : $35
- Haunted Pub Crawl for the Broken-Hearted: $35
- Speakeasy Sagas Prohibition Pub Crawl: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Charleston and Woodstock, we can see that Charleston is more expensive. And not only is Woodstock much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Woodstock would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Woodstock 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 Charleston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Charleston than you might in Woodstock.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Charleston Expensive? and Is Woodstock Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Charleston or Woodstock?
Charleston has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Woodstock. When comparing the sizes of Charleston and Woodstock, 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 Charleston or Woodstock?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Charleston or Woodstock in the Summer?
Both Woodstock and Charleston are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Charleston in the summer for the beaches, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Charleston is a little warmer than Woodstock. Typically, the summer temperatures in Charleston in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Woodstock averages at about 74°F (24°C).
It's quite sunny in Woodstock. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Charleston. Charleston usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Woodstock during summer. Charleston gets 293 hours of sunny skies, while Woodstock receives 293 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Charleston. In July, Charleston usually receives more rain than Woodstock. Charleston gets 6.9 inches (176 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCharleston 82°F (28°C)Woodstock 74°F (24°C)
Should I visit Charleston or Woodstock in the Autumn?
Both Woodstock and Charleston during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Charleston for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Charleston is generally much warmer than Woodstock. Daily temperatures in Charleston average around 67°F (19°C), and Woodstock fluctuates around 53°F (12°C).
In the autumn, Charleston often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Woodstock. Charleston gets 197 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Woodstock receives 197 hours of full sun.
Charleston usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Woodstock. Charleston gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCharleston 67°F (19°C)Woodstock 53°F (12°C)
Should I visit Charleston or Woodstock in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Charleston and Woodstock. The winter months attract visitors to Charleston because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Woodstock in the winter. Charleston is much warmer than Woodstock in the winter. The daily temperature in Charleston averages around 47°F (9°C) in January, and Woodstock fluctuates around 25°F (-4°C).
Charleston usually receives more sunshine than Woodstock during winter. Charleston gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Woodstock receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Charleston usually receives around the same amount of rain as Woodstock. Charleston gets 3.3 inches (85 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCharleston 47°F (9°C)Woodstock 25°F (-4°C)
Should I visit Charleston or Woodstock in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Charleston as well as Woodstock. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Charleston this time of year.
In the spring, Charleston is much warmer than Woodstock. Typically, the spring temperatures in Charleston in April average around 64°F (18°C), and Woodstock averages at about 49°F (10°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Woodstock. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Charleston this time of the year. In the spring, Charleston often gets more sunshine than Woodstock. Charleston gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Woodstock receives 227 hours of full sun.
Charleston usually gets less rain in April than Woodstock. Charleston gets 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain, while Woodstock receives 3.7 inches (95 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCharleston 64°F (18°C)Woodstock 49°F (10°C)
Typical Weather for Woodstock and Charleston
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 47°F (9°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Feb | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 inches (81 mm) |
| Mar | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 inches (110 mm) | 38°F (3°C) | 3.8 inches (97 mm) |
| Apr | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 inches (106 mm) | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Jun | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (163 mm) | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) |
| Jul | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 inches (176 mm) | 74°F (24°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) |
| Aug | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (100 mm) |
| Sep | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 inches (121 mm) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) |
| Oct | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) | 53°F (12°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 inches (63 mm) | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 inches (110 mm) |
| Dec | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) |
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