Which place is cheaper, Saint Augustine or Eagle Beach?
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 Eagle Beach or Saint Augustine?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Saint Augustine, 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: Eagle Beach or Saint Augustine?
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
Saint Augustine
St. Augustine is the oldest European-established settlement in the United States. Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon landed nearby and claimed the land now known as Florida in the name of Spain in 1513. They had originally named the land La Florida, which means "Land of Flowers". The city was founded by Spanish explorer Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565. Sir Francis Drake and John Davis burnt the city to the ground in 1586 and 1665 respectively, but St. Augustine soon became strong enough to fend off such attacks. Florida was purchased by the United States from Spain in 1819; it seceded during the Civil War, during which St. Augustine was occupied by Union forces.
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Eagle Beach Prices
Aruba PricesSaint Augustine Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $500Saint Augustine $195
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $500, while the average daily cost in Saint Augustine is $195. 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 Eagle Beach and Saint Augustine in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $290Saint Augustine $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $580Saint Augustine $172
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Saint Augustine
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Saint Augustine? 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: Saint Augustine Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $42Saint Augustine $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.84
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One Day Scooter Rental$51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport (AUA) - Departure Transfer: $39
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) Departure Transfer: $39
- Aruba Private Airport Transfer: Personalized Arrival: $31
- Aruba Private Van Airport Transfer (Max 5): $55
- Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
- Aruba Queen Beatrix Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island-Arrival Transfer: $39
- Aruba Restaurant Transfers Service (Round-Trip): $50
- Aruba VIP Airport Transfers (Round-Trip) : $40
- Arubabound Transfers: $40
- Private Airport Transfer Round-Trip Aruba: $49
- Private Guided Beach Meditation & Hike + Transfer + Breakfast: $165
- Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $83
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Saint Augustine?
Prices for flights to both Saint Augustine and Eagle Beach 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 dayEagle Beach $150Saint Augustine $85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Aruba Dinner and Nightlife Tour: $86
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Augustine
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Augustine.
- Cooking Class/Dinner W/ Celebrity French Chef OR Private Chef Ser: $115
- St. Augustine Historical FOOD Tour on Electric Cart with Pick Up : $129
- The Ghoulish Gourmet Haunted Food Tour: $129
- Feast of Saint Augustine Historical Walking Food Tour: $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $155Saint Augustine $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$32
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$126
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Horseback Riding Tour$89
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$95
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Aruba: $5.00
- Aruba Ostrich Adventures Entrance Ticket and Unique Tour: $15
- Aruba Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Guided Tour: $37
- Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $40
- Explore Aruba Party Bus Tour: $41
- Aruba Countryside Tour: $44
- Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour: $45
- Aruba Happy Hour Tour: $50
- Aruba Jet Ski Rentals — Exciting Water Adventures Await: $58
- Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran: $59
- Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour: $59
- Highlights of Aruba Island Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Saint Augustine
Here are a few actual costs in Saint Augustine for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St Augustine Haunted History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Historic St Augustine Audio Self Guided App GPS Tour: $9.75
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of St Augustine's Twisted History: $15
- St. Augustine City Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Haunting Hour Walking Ghost Tour: $18
- Old Jail Museum Tour in St. Augustine: $18
- Historic Museum Tour Ticket: $19
- America‘s Oldest City: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of St Augustine: $20
- Walking Guided History Tour of Old St. Augustine: $25
- Castillo after Dark 1 Hour Guided Exterior Tour: $25
- Guardian Angels of St. Augustine Walking Tour: $27
- Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure of St. Augustine: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $40Saint Augustine $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Augustine
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Augustine:
- St. Augustine's Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Wine Tasting Cruise in St. Augustine : $49
- Toast of St. Augustine Walking Pub Crawl - drinks included: $63
- Mobile Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Tour St. Augustine: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Saint Augustine, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Saint Augustine much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Saint Augustine is in North America, 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 Saint Augustine would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint Augustine 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Saint Augustine.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eagle Beach Expensive? and Is Saint Augustine Expensive?.
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.