Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Athens or Grand Cayman?
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 Athens and Grand Cayman. 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: Athens or Grand Cayman?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAthens €127Grand Cayman €200
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €127, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is €200. 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 Athens and Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Grand Cayman €139
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Grand Cayman €278
Compare Hotels in Athens and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Grand Cayman? 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Grand Cayman €29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VipTransfer From /To Athens Airport - Lavrio Port : $207
- Vip Transfer From/To Athens Center - Rafina Port : $218
- Vip Transfer From/To Athens Center - Lavrio Port: $273
- Vip Transfer From /To Athens Center - Athens Airport : $218
- VIP High Class Limos & Chauffeurs Transfer to Athens: $66
- VIP Ferry Ticket From Piraeus Port To Santorini & Private Transfer Included: $250
- Transfer services from/to Athens Airport: $105
- Transfer from/to Piraeus Port and Athens city centre hotel: $41
- Transfer from/to Piraeus Port and Athens International Airport: $142
- Transfer from/to Athens International Airport to city centre: $126
- Transfer from/to Athens Airport and Athens City Centre: $197
- Transfer from and to Athens International Airport : $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman and Athens 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 dayAthens €37Grand Cayman €36
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Lunch or Dinner: $26
- Street Food Tour Market & City Centre: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $46
- Greek Street Food Tour: $52
- Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries: $52
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide and 7 Tastings: $57
- Koukaki Food Tour with a Local Friend: $60
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $60
- Greek Spirits & Meze, Food Tour in Athens: $62
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Class with Meal: $64
- Alternative, truly authentic food tour in secret Athens: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Grand Cayman €38
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Acropolis/Athens Highlights Private Evening Tour (5 hours) from Athens, Piraeus: $87
- Apostle Paul's Footsteps in Athens Christian Private Tour 4Hours: $142
- Athens Private Day Tour Best place to visit: $273
- Best Food Tasting Tour of Athens, taste 18+ iconic Greek foods! : $86
- DELPHI and THERMOPYLAE: Full Day Private Tour Visit Arachova 8 H: $204
- DISCOVER ATHENS IN 6HRS Private Tour BEST INTRODUCTION-FOR FIRST TIME VISITORS : $218
- EPIDAURUS & NAFPLIO : Private Full Day Tour From Athens 6 Hours : $174
- Food Experience in Athens including Unlimited Lunch : $63
- Layover Private Tour in Athens: $246
- Mycenae Lions Gate Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Private Tour 8H : $192
- Traditional Villages Full day Tour in Santorini: $59
- "Acropolis Half-day Tour and City Visit": $170
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
- Cayman Classic Food Tasting Walking Tour Shore Excursion : $159
- Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman Island: $126
- Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
- East End Activities and Tour in Grand Cayman: $158
- East Island Tour : $298
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $278
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $264
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Grand Cayman €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $17
- Greek Wine Tasting: $23
- Premium Wine Tastings: $36
- Greek Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $43
- 1 Hour Private Four Greek Wine Tasting and Food Pairing in Athens: $44
- Old Town Athens Wine Tasting: $53
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $54
- Greek food and wine tasting: $54
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $54
- Rare Greek Wine Tasting w/Sommelier by the Acropolis: $59
- Acropolis Private Wine Tasting @ Finewine store : $61
- Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Appetizers: $79
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer€4.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Athens much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Athens is in Europe and Grand Cayman 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 Athens would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Athens 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Athens.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Athens Expensive? and Is Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Grand Cayman?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Athens and Grand Cayman, 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 Athens or Grand Cayman?
Athens has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Athens or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Grand Cayman. The summer months attract visitors to Athens because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Athens is around the same temperature as Grand Cayman in the summer. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Grand Cayman receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Athens usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Athens or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Athens as well as Grand Cayman. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Athens this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
In the autumn, Athens is cooler than Grand Cayman. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Athens in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. Athens usually gets less rain in October than Grand Cayman. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Athens or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
Both Grand Cayman and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Athens for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Athens is generally much colder than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 10°C (51°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In January, Athens usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Athens or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
Both Grand Cayman and Athens during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Athens in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
Athens is much colder than Grand Cayman in the spring. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Athens usually gets less rain in April than Grand Cayman. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Athens
| Athens | Grand Cayman | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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.