Should you visit Athens or Singapore?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Athens and Singapore. 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. So, let's dig into it.
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.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
Which city is cheaper, Singapore or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €103, while the average daily cost in Singapore is €104. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Athens and Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
For a normal double-occupancy room in Athens, €102 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Athens, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is €51, such as in a hostel.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €66. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Singapore the cost is €132 on average.
Food
In Athens travelers spend around €30 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
Singapore food costs typically run travelers around €19 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Athens €30
Singapore €19
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:
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Online 1hr Cooking Class: Santorini Tomato Fritters:
$6.22
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Flavors and Memories Self-Guided Mobile Food Tour:
$9.21
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Hard Rock Cafe Dinner Menu with Priority Seating:
$23
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Greek Meatballs Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Withlocals the 10 Tastings: Athens Private Food Tour with a Local:
$42
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Online Cooking Class: Greek mini cheese pies:
$45
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Favorite Food Tour - 10 Tastings w/ a Local:
$47
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Athens Food Tour and Lunch:
$52
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3.5-Hour Traditional Greek Cooking Class:
$54
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1.5-Hour Greek Cooking Class in Downtown Athens:
$54
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3-Hour Private Food Tour with Tastings:
$55
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Taste of Athens 3-Hour Walking Food Tour:
$56
Typical Food prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast
€3.97
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Sugarcane Juice
€1.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
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Half-Day Walking and Food Tour in Singapur:
$28
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Dinner Only at Singapore Flyer:
$28
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Authentic Chinese Dim Sum Virtual Cooking Class Live from Singapore:
$35
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Israeli Breakfast Virtual Cooking Class Live from Singapore:
$35
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UNESCO Hawker Culture Food Tour: "Boiled and Braised" in Singapore:
$37
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Kampong Glam Heritage Tour and Mediterranean Dinner:
$37
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The Southern Islands: Discovery Sunset Sail with Dinner:
$45
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Lonely Planet Experience: Hawker Centre Food Tour:
$46
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Singapore Southern Straits Sunset Dinner Cruise:
$47
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Cooking Class & Culinary Exchange Singapore:
$51
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One Day Southern Island Exploration via Harbourfront with Seafood Dinner:
$52
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Singapore Flyer Ticket + Dinner:
$53
Local Transportation
Athens's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €22 per person, per day on transportation in Athens.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €7.24 per day to get around in Singapore.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Ultra - Athens Private Airport Transfer from City Centre to Athens Airport ATH:
$9.41
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Ultra - Private Transfer from Athens City Centre to Piraeus Cruise Port:
$9.41
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Mercedes Luxury Private Transfer Athens - Piraeus:
$16
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Athens Port Private Transfer:
$16
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Private Luxury Transfer from Athens - Piraeus:
$17
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Athens Private Transfer Service: Athens Hotel to Piraeus Port:
$19
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Athens Private Transfer: Piraeus Cruise Port to Central Athens:
$22
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Athens Private Transfer: Central Athens to Piraeus Cruise Port:
$22
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Athens hotels to Piraeus port Private departure transfer:
$22
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Piraeus port to Athens hotels Private arrival transfer:
$22
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Shared Departure Transfer: Hotel to Athens Airport:
$24
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Transfer from and to Athens International Airport:
$25
Typical Local Transportation prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
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SIngapore to Malacca transfer service:
$369
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Private Transfer to Kuala Lumpur with sightseeing in Malacca and Putra Mosque:
$353
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Super Luxury Limousine Service (Rolls Royce) - Airport Transfer:
$334
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Skip the Line: VIP Tour of Universal Studios Singapore with Private Transfer:
$329
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Private Transfer from Seletar Airport (XSP) to Legoland Malasya:
$311
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Private Transfer from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Legoland (Malaysia):
$290
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Singapore Night Safari Tour with Direct Transfer from Hotel or Port:
$193
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Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Transfer (Private-One Way):
$165
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Singapore Hotel to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Overland Transfer:
$160
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Harbourfront Cruise Center, Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Transfer:
$160
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Private Transfer : Singapore Hotel to Kuala Lumpur Hotel:
$157
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Singapore to Kuala Lumpur One Way Transfer:
$153
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Athens can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €28 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €23 per person, per day in Singapore. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
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Athens virtual History, Philosophy and Democracy Tour:
$6.22
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Skip the Line: Frissiras Museum Entrance Ticket:
$7.46
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Skip the Line: War Museum of Athens Entrance Ticket:
$7.46
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Private Tour with a Local Guide:
$8.07
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Skip the Line: Temple of Olympian Zeus Entrance Ticket:
$8.09
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The Acropolis Museum Ticket & Access to Ancient Excavation:
$8.24
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Skip the Line: Roman Agora of Athens Entrance Ticket:
$8.71
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Athens Museum of Cycladic Art Admission Ticket:
$8.71
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Cats of Self-Guided Mobile Tour in Plaka:
$9.21
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Hellenic Motor Museum Entrance Ticket:
$9.22
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Temple of Olympian Zeus Skip-the-Line and Audio Tour:
$9.22
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Skip the Line: Admission Ticket for Acropolis Museum:
$9.33
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
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Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom Guided Tour:
$22
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Deluxe Peranakan Tour with/without Full Course Peranakan Meal (Senior-Friendly):
$41
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Durians, Seafood and Fish Farm Tour :
$74
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Edible Farm Tour + Workshop & DIY Planting Kits:
$21
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Fort Canning Walking Tour and River Cruise Experience with Haidilao Hot Pot Set Meal:
$74
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FunVee Night Sightseeing:
$16
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Graffiti Therapy Experience in Singapore:
$33
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New World Carnival VR Experience in Singapore:
$28
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Singapore Island Cruise: Ferry Tickets between St. John's Island, Lazarus Island, and Kusu Island, Sister's Island:
$10
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Singapore Jurong Lake Garden and Tuas Light House Tour with Seafood Buffet:
$74
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Singapore One Day Tour with Madame Tussauds or SEA Aquarium:
$74
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Singapore River Cruise with Seafood or Vegetarian Lunch and Chinatown Murals Tour:
$74
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Athens, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €18.
The average person spends about €19 on alcoholic beverages in Singapore per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
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Wine Tasting:
$35
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Athens Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tasting:
$37
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The Greek Wine Tasting Beginner's Class:
$46
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1-Hour Wine Tasting:
$46
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Athens Old City: Wine Tasting Experience:
$52
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Greek Wine Tasting Experience:
$56
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Greek Wine Tasting Experience:
$58
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Private Wine Tasting Experience in Athens:
$63
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Local Greek Wine Tasting and Meze:
$68
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Wine Tour and Tasting in a 19th-Century Tower:
$78
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Food and Wine Tasting Tour at Night:
$80
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From Wine Tasting Tour to a Greek Winery:
$83
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
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Tiger Brewery Tour in Singapore:
$13
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Tour of Tiger Brewery in Singapore:
$14
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Tiger Brewery Tour:
$14
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Singapore Pub Crawl:
$24
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★The Singapore Halloween Pub Crawl 2019★:
$40
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Guided Gin Tasting by Brass Lion Distillery:
$48
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Gin Distillery Tour with Tasting Flight and Singapore Sling Masterclass:
$58
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Monster Guns. Brilliant Brews (Brewery Tour) by Xperience DMC Private Limited:
$60
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Explore Brewery Culture and Tasting Tour:
$74
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Private Tour - Singapore Tiger Brewery Tour:
$83
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Singapore's First Distillery & Brewery Tour:
$123
When comparing the travel costs between Athens and Singapore, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Athens is in Europe and Singapore is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
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