Should you visit Corinth or Cape Sounion?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corinth or Cape Sounion, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Corinth
One of the oldest towns in Peloponnese, Corinth is a port city with a population of about 58,000. The area is thought to have been inhabited since at least 6000BC. In the main part of the city, "new" Corinth, there is little left to remind you of the city's rich history. Much of this area has been destroyed by earthquake. Most of the interesting archeological sights are found in "old" Corinth, a short distance away.
Cape Sounion
Cape Sounion encompasses the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula of Greece with views of the sea wherever you go. The land of the mythological god Poseidon, Sounion's striking promontory houses his temple that still stands today. It overlooks the Aegean Sea, which was named for King Aegeus of Athens. Aegeus had leapt off of these very cliffs thinking his son Theseus had been killed by the Minotaur of Crete. The promontory and temple are very significant to Greek mythology and history, and was even referenced in Homer's poem, the Odyssey.
Which city is cheaper, Cape Sounion or Corinth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Corinth is €96, while the average daily cost in Cape Sounion is €126. 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 Corinth and Cape Sounion in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Corinth can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €58, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €116.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €158 in Cape Sounion For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
In Corinth travelers spend around €32 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.
While meal prices in Cape Sounion can vary, the average travelers spends about €33 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Cape Sounion should cost around €13 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Cape Sounion is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Corinth €32
Cape Sounion €33
Local Transportation
Corinth'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 €5.71 per person, per day on transportation in Corinth.
Cape Sounion'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 €21 per person, per day on transportation in Cape Sounion.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corinth
Also for Corinth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Transfer from Corinth-Loutraki to Athens-Pireaus-Athens Airport:
$212
Is it cheaper to fly into Corinth or Cape Sounion?
Prices for flights to both Cape Sounion and Corinth 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 Corinth can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €17 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Cape Sounion can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €15 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Corinth
For Corinth, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Ancient Corinth and Corinth Canal from Athens - Private tour:
$416
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Ancient Epidaurus Theater and Canal of Corinth Private Tour from Corinth:
$96
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Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceae, Nafplio Private Sightseeing:
$223
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Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceae, Nafplio Private Sightseeing:
$435
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Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Nafplio & Epidaurus Private Sightseeing:
$261
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From Athens: 4-Days Classical Tour with Meteora:
$616
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From Athens: Half-Day Ancient Corinth Tour:
$70
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Greece: 5-Day Tour of Classical Greek Sites from Athens:
$682
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Loutraki Private Tour from Corinth:
$81
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Royalty Ancient Corinth Half Day Tour up to 4 Customers:
$417
Tours and Activities in Cape Sounion
For Cape Sounion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Athens: City & Acropolis Tour with Private Car and Driver:
$249
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Corinth spend on average €13 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Typically, people visiting Cape Sounion spend on average €18 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Corinth
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Corinth:
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Ancient Nemea and Wine Tasting Private Tour from Corinth:
$75
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Nafplion: Nemea Vineyards Wine Tour:
$148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corinth and Cape Sounion, we can see that Cape Sounion is more expensive. And not only is Corinth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Corinth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Corinth 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 Cape Sounion would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cape Sounion than you might in Corinth.
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