Should you visit Corinth or Hydra?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corinth or Hydra, 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.
Hydra
The island of Hydra is located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic and Argolic Gulfs. Named for its natural springs, the island now has most of its freshwater imported from the mainland. The real gem of the place is the absence of motorized vehicles. Car and scooters are nowhere to be seen by the narrow marble-cobbled lanes, rocks, and sea. Such vehicles have been outlawed and so the way to navigate the island is by donkey, water taxi, or on foot.
Which city is cheaper, Hydra 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 Hydra is €78. 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 Hydra 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.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €41. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Hydra the cost is €82 on average.
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.
The average traveler spends about €24 per day in Hydra for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Corinth €32
Hydra €24
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.
The cost of a taxi ride in Hydra is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €21 per person, per day, on local transportation in Hydra.
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
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.
Entertainment and activities in Hydra typically cost an average of €9.14 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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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Loutraki Private Tour from Corinth:
$81
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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, Mycenae, Nafplio & Epidaurus Private Sightseeing:
$261
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Ancient Corinth and Corinth Canal from Athens - Private tour:
$416
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Royalty Ancient Corinth Half Day Tour up to 4 Customers:
$417
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Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceae, Nafplio Private Sightseeing:
$435
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Corinth spend on average €13 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Hydra may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €9.14 per day on alcoholic beverages.
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corinth and Hydra, we can see that Corinth is more expensive. And not only is Hydra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hydra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hydra 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 Corinth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corinth than you might in Hydra.
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