Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Basel?
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 Basel or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Nassau, 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: Basel or Nassau?
Basel
Basel is often overlooked as a tourist destination in Switzerland, but despite this, it does have a lot to offer visitors as well as a beautiful medieval historic center. Every year it also hosts a Carnival festival that is one of the most popular in Europe, competing with those in Venice and Rio de Janeiro in its popularity. There are also some excellent museums and great examples of regional architecture around town. Basel also serves as an excellent entry point to the Swiss Jura mountains and a jumping off point to visit more popular cities such as Zurich or Lucerne.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $326Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $326, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $226. 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 Basel and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $166Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $332Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Basel and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Nassau? 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: Basel Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Basel $53Nassau $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basel
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Basel:
- Freiburg: Bus transfer from/to Basel Euro Airport: $31
- Basel to Basel Airpor (BSL) - Departure Private Transfer: $93
- Basel Airport (BSL) to Basel - Arrival Private Transfer: $93
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Business Car: $119
- Basel Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $119
- Arrival Private Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Business Car: $119
- Departure Private Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $119
- Departure Private Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Luxury Van: $124
- Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) by MB Van: $124
- Basel Airport (BSL) to Feldberg Resort - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $131
- Private Transfer Service from Basel to Basel Airport: $137
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- NAS Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $28
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $45
- Nassau City Escape Transfer (One Way): $50
- Nassau Cruise Port to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Nassau cruise port to Nassau Airport (NAS) - Departure Transfer: $51
- Nassau city to Nassau Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $51
- Airport Transfers : $58
- One Way Private Airport Transfer for 4 People or Less: $65
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $84
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103
- Nassau Cruise Port to Nassau hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103
- Private Nassau Airport and Port Transfer (1 way): $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Basel or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Basel 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 dayBasel $123Nassau $91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Basel
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Basel.
- Self-Guided Food Tour: $49
- Traditional Swiss Dinner: Cheese Fondue, Appetizers/Dessert: $163
- Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Lasagna Experience by Locals: $189
- Family-Style Italian Pizza Cooking Class & Dining Experience: $189
- Cheese, Chocolate and Pastry Food Tour: $189
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $43Nassau $37
Tours and Activities in Basel
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basel are as follows:
- Basel's Portrait: Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $3.14
- Basel's Portrait: Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $3.20
- Basel's Portrait: Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $6.29
- Basel's Portrait Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $6.44
- Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.49
- Basel (Kleinbasel) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.97
- Basel Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.97
- Basel Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Basel Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.57
- Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel: $12
- The Best of Basel’s Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Local Cheese Tasting Tour with a Cheese Sommelier: $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- All New Tour with Seafood Snack Português & Español : $7.00
- Historical & Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Downtown, Bahamas: $25
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Private Sightseeing in Fort Montagu with Crab and Seafood meal: $45
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $45
- Nassau City Tour: $46
- Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $50
- Electric Bus Tour with Food & Drink Samples: $50
- Banana Boat Adventure: $50
- Taste Tour and Capture Nassau Island Experience with Photos: $55
- Cultural Walking Tour of Downtown Nassau Attractions: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBasel $38Nassau $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Basel
Also in Basel, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alsace wine tour & medieval villages small group guided tour: $358
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Basel and Nassau, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Basel is in Europe and Nassau 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 Nassau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nassau 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 Basel would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basel than you might in Nassau.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Basel or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 39% larger than the population of Basel. When comparing the sizes of Basel and Nassau, 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 Basel or Nassau?
Basel has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Basel or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Basel because of the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Basel is generally cooler than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 21°C (70°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Basel. Basel usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during summer. Basel gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In July, Basel usually receives less rain than Nassau. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Basel or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Basel during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Basel this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Basel is much colder than Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Basel often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Basel gets 120 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Basel usually gets less rain in October than Nassau. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Basel or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Nassau. Many travelers come to Basel for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Basel. In the winter, Basel is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Basel in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Basel usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during winter. Basel gets 55 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Basel usually receives more rain than Nassau. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Basel or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Basel as well as Nassau. Many visitors come to Basel in the spring for the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In April, Basel is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 12°C (53°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the spring, Basel often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Basel gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in April than Nassau. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Basel
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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