A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fort-de-France vs. Naples for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fort-de-France or Naples?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fort-de-France and Naples can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Fort-de-France or Naples?

Fort-de-France

As the largest city and capital of Martinique, Fort-de-France serves as the main entryway for visitors traveling to the island. It is a busy city with a significant population, which creates an atmosphere bustling with traffic amidst its historic and cultural sights.

Naples

Located on the Gulf of Mexico on Florida's southwest coast, Naples is a city best known for its high-end shopping opportunities and golf courses, as well as miles of beaches with calm waters and fine sugar-white sand.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, and The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Naples or Fort-de-France?

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

  • Fort-de-France Prices
    Martinique Prices
    Naples Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Fort-de-France $228
    Naples $277

The average daily cost (per person) in Fort-de-France is $228, while the average daily cost in Naples is $277. 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 Fort-de-France and Naples in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fort-de-France $92
    Naples $119
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fort-de-France $184
    Naples $238
Compare Hotels in Fort-de-France and Naples

Looking for a hotel in Fort-de-France or Naples? 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 Fort-de-France


Hotels in Naples


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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: Fort-de-France Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fort-de-France $18
    Naples $62

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort-de-France

Also for Fort-de-France, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Fort de France Port to Martinique Airport (FDF): $77
  • Private Transfer from Fort de France to Fort de France Port: $77
  • Private Transfer from Fort de France Port to Fort de France: $77
  • Private Transfer Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France Port: $77
  • Martinique Airport (FDF) to Fort de France - Arrival Transfer: $70
  • Fort de France to Martinique Airport (FDF) - Departure Transfer: $66

Is it cheaper to fly into Fort-de-France or Naples?

Prices for flights to both Naples and Fort-de-France 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
    Fort-de-France $117
    Naples $121

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort-de-France

For Fort-de-France, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Food tour in the rainforest and St Pierre - Pile et Face: $104

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples

For Naples, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Tiramisu Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples, Fl: $99
  • Pasta Making Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples Fl: $140
  • Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Naples Florida: $224

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fort-de-France $36
    Naples $26

Tours and Activities in Fort-de-France

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fort-de-France.

  • Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
  • Fort-de-France Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour: $71
  • Fort-de-France Private 2-Hour Walking Tour: $26
  • Glide into adventure: Hiking and natural slides: $183
  • Habitation Clement - entrance ticket: $15
  • Half-Day Nature and Panorama Tour in Martinique: $108
  • Karaib Tour: $66
  • Mangrove Guided Tour: $43
  • Martinique Shore Excursion - Authentic Tour of Southern Martinique: $75
  • Martinique Shore Excursion - Unmissable Martinique North tour: $75
  • Martinique: Coral and Turtle Coves Cruise: $84
  • Martinique: Private Tour with Local Guide: $176

Tours and Activities in Naples

For Naples, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 10,000 Islands Boat Tour + Naturalist Led Walk in the Everglades!: $169
  • 2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour: $110
  • 2 Hour Naples Sunset Adventure: $64
  • 2-hour Shelling Boat Tour in the 10,000 Islands: $110
  • 2Hour Everglades Kayak Safari Adventure Through Mangrove Tunnels: $89
  • 90 Minute Segway Tour - Explore Naples Florida - Family Fun: $49
  • Backwater Adventure's CraigCat Tours of the 10,000 Islands: $130
  • Best Family Activity - Trike Tour Of Naples - All Ages Fun!: $69
  • Best of Marco Island Tour: $100
  • CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach: $79
  • Dolphin Watch/Eco Cruise: $97
  • Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Naples with Florida History: $65

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fort-de-France $12
    Naples $38

Sample the Local Flavors in Fort-de-France

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort-de-France:

  • Small-Group Tour: Unmissable Martinique with Rum Distillery, Ruins, and More: $75
  • North Tour: rainforest, rum distillery, black sand beach etc: $120


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fort-de-France Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fort-de-France or Naples?

Fort-de-France has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Naples. When comparing the sizes of Fort-de-France and Naples, 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.