Which place is cheaper, Napa Valley or Saint John?
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 Saint John or Napa Valley?
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 Saint John and Napa Valley. 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: Saint John or Napa Valley?
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
Napa Valley
Napa Valley, in the Bay Area of California, is a popular destination for its wineries and beautiful scenery. The area, referred to as Wine Country, is just north of San Francisco and makes for a great day or weekend trip. Many honeymooners visit the area for its romantic setting and popular bed and breakfasts. The best time to visit is during the months of September and October when the grapes are wipe. This time is referred to as the harvest "crush." The summer months are also a popular time but the crowds are often overwhelming.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America, and The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America.
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Saint John Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John $233Napa Valley $333
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John is $233, while the average daily cost in Napa Valley is $333. 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 Saint John and Napa Valley in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John $106Napa Valley $126
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John $212Napa Valley $252
Compare Hotels in Saint John and Napa Valley
Looking for a hotel in Saint John or Napa Valley? 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: Napa Valley Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John $49Napa Valley $183
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John or Napa Valley?
Prices for flights to both Napa Valley and Saint John 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 daySaint John $97Napa Valley $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John $23Napa Valley $28
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Tours and Activities in Napa Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Napa Valley.
- Self-Guided Napa Art Walking Tour: $9.00
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour Around Bodega Head : $9.99
- Sonoma Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour & Game: $25
- Napa Valley & Sonoma Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: $25
- Napa Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Snob Free Sonoma Plaza Walking Experience: $109
- Safari West Sonoma Adventure Tour: $110
- Napa Valley Daily Join In Group Wineries Tour Including Lunch: $125
- Napa Valley Wine Trolley Castle Tour: $135
- Sonoma Valley Open Air Wine Trolley Tour: $135
- Napa Valley Wine Trolley Classic Tour: $135
- Half Day Bike Tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John $44Napa Valley $66
Sample the Local Flavors in Napa Valley
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Napa Valley:
- Guided Wine Tour with Picnic Lunch: $137
- ATV Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting: $150
- ATV Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $155
- Intro to Wine Tasting with Napa Sommelière : $156
- #1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine Tasting & History Tour (Public Tour): $179
- Healdsburg Cycling Wine Tour : $199
- Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour | 6-8hr Private Fully Customized.*XL SUV: $250
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John and Napa Valley, we can see that Napa Valley is more expensive. And not only is Saint John much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John is in Caribbean Islands and Napa Valley 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 John would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint John 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 Napa Valley would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napa Valley than you might in Saint John.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John Expensive? and Is Napa Valley Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Saint John or Napa Valley?
Napa Valley has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Saint John or Napa Valley in the Summer?
Both Napa Valley and Saint John during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Napa Valley because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Saint John is generally a little warmer than Napa Valley. Daily temperatures in Saint John average around 29°C (83°F), and Napa Valley fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
Saint John usually gets more rain in July than Napa Valley. Saint John gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 0.1 inches (2 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint John 29°C (83°F)Napa Valley 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Saint John or Napa Valley in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint John and Napa Valley. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Napa Valley this time of year.
Saint John is much warmer than Napa Valley in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint John averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Napa Valley fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).
Saint John gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Saint John usually receives more rain than Napa Valley. Saint John gets 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 1.3 inches (33 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint John 28°C (82°F)Napa Valley 62°F (17°C)
Should I visit Saint John or Napa Valley in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Saint John as well as Napa Valley. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Napa Valley for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Saint John is much warmer than Napa Valley. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint John in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Napa Valley averages at about 46°F (8°C).
Saint John usually gets less rain in January than Napa Valley. Saint John gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 3.8 inches (96 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint John 26°C (78°F)Napa Valley 46°F (8°C)
Should I visit Saint John or Napa Valley in the Spring?
Both Napa Valley and Saint John are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Napa Valley in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Saint John is generally much warmer than Napa Valley. Daily temperatures in Saint John average around 27°C (80°F), and Napa Valley fluctuates around 56°F (13°C).
In April, Saint John usually receives more rain than Napa Valley. Saint John gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 1.2 inches (31 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint John 27°C (80°F)Napa Valley 56°F (13°C)
Typical Weather for Napa Valley and Saint John
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Feb | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 inches (1 mm) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 inches (7 mm) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (33 mm) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
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.