Which place is cheaper, Santo Domingo or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Santo Domingo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Santo Domingo, 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: Tallinn or Santo Domingo?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is a vibrant city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity. Known for being the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas, Santo Domingo offers a wealth of experiences that cater to every type of traveler.
Traveling to Santo Domingo on a budget is entirely achievable with some strategic planning. Accommodations range from luxury hotels to budget-friendly hostels and guesthouses. The Zona Colonial, the historic district, offers several affordable lodging options that provide easy access to major attractions. Hostels offer comfortable accommodations and a chance to meet fellow travelers, too. Eating on a budget is also feasible in Santo Domingo. Local eateries, known as "comedores," serve traditional Dominican dishes at reasonable prices.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic.
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Tallinn Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €121Santo Domingo €83
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €121, while the average daily cost in Santo Domingo is €83. 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 Tallinn and Santo Domingo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Santo Domingo €33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Santo Domingo €66
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Santo Domingo
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Santo Domingo? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Santo Domingo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Santo Domingo €3.84
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Sedan: $30
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $34
- Transfer service in Tallinn: $35
- Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
- Private Airport Transfer: $47
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $48
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santo Domingo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santo Domingo:
- VIP Private Transfer from Las Americas Airport AILA To Punta Cana: $155
- Transfer to and from Santo Domingo.: $50
- Transfer in Tesla from SDQ Airport to Santo Domingo: $68
- Santo Domingo to Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) - Departure Transfer: $37
- Santo Domingo to Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) - Departure Transfer: $30
- Santo Domingo to La Romana transfer: $177
- Santo Domingo Airport to Uvero Alto Exclusive Transfer: $197
- Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) to Uvero Alto - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $88
- Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) to Santo Domingo - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $60
- Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) to Santo Domingo - Arrival Transfer: $37
- Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) to Puerto Plata - Private Transfer: $37
- Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) Arrival Transfer to Punta Cana: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Santo Domingo?
Prices for flights to both Santo Domingo and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €62Santo Domingo €45
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $83
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Santo Domingo €12
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.16
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $7.02
- Tales of Reval GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $7.17
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Tallinn Medieval Magic Exploration Game and Tour: $8.98
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $9.58
- Discover Terrific Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $18
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $18
- 1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour: $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Santo Domingo
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Santo Domingo are as follows:
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Snorkeling Tour€35
Tours and Activities in Santo Domingo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santo Domingo are as follows:
- Discover Santo Domingo Gualey and Zona Colonial Private Tour: $115
- Santo Domingo A Historic Day Tour with Lunch from Punta Cana: $109
- 6 Hours Private Cultural Tour in Santo Domingo: $190
- 6-Hour Private Tour of Águilas Bay and the Bauxite Mine: $130
- Cabarete Caves & Nature Adventure: $128
- Cultural VIP Private Tour From Santo Domingo: $150
- Cumayasa Private Buggies Tour from Santo Domingo: $135
- Full Day Tour to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana with Lunch: $80
- Full Dominican Adventure: Zipline, ATV Buggie, Horseback & Safari: $266
- Full-Day Adventure Tour of Culture through Santo Domingo: $125
- Full-Day Cultural Adventure Tour of Santo Domingo from Samana: $140
- Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Santo Domingo €6.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $79
- Old Town Walking Tour, Pub Crawl and Accommodation in Tallinn : $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Santo Domingo, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Santo Domingo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santo Domingo 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Santo Domingo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Santo Domingo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Santo Domingo, 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.
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.