Which place is cheaper, Athens or Dar es Salaam?
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 Dar es Salaam or Athens?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dar es Salaam and Athens can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Athens?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, 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 dayDar es Salaam $493Athens $181
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Athens is $181. 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 Dar es Salaam and Athens in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Athens $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Athens $148
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Athens
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Athens? 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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Athens Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Athens $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
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$7.51
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Metro$1.76
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Metro$2.35
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Metro from Airport to City Center$9.39
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Taxi from Airport$41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to/from Volos: $575
- Private Transfer From Athens To Meteora - Kalabaka: $300
- Private Transfer Athens/ATH/Piraeus to Kyllini Port/Hotels: $287
- Private Transfer Athens/ATH/Piraeus to Costa Navarino: $287
- Athens to Volos Private Transfer: $281
- Private Transfer from Athens Airport (ATH) to Nafplio Cruise Port: $280
- Private Transfer from Athens/Piraeus to Corinth-Loutraki or vice versa: $275
- VIP Ferry Ticket From Piraeus Port To Santorini & Private Transfer Included: $274
- Athens Half Day Round Trip Multiple Destination Transfer: $273
- Transfer from PIRAEUS PORT to NAFPLIO, up to 4 customers: $269
- Athens to Kalamata Private Transfer: $269
- Transfer from PIRAEUS PORT to EPIDAVROS, up to 4 customers: $268
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Athens?
Prices for flights to both Athens and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $33Athens $76
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream$3.52
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Souvlaki$2.58
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 Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Athens Greek Wedding Party Dinner Show with Acropolis Views: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $51
- Cooking Class at Diamond Roof Garden: $66
- The Bizarre Food Tour of Athens: $78
- Koukaki Food Tour with a Local Friend: $78
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $81
- Athens Walking Food Tour with Visit to Varvakios Central Market: $82
- Eat like an Athenian food tour of Athens: $82
- Traditional Cooking Classes incl. Drinks: $82
- Taste of Athens Small-Group Food Tour: $84
- Athens Evening Food Tour: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Athens $42
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Trade Route & Kaole Ruins: $255
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour : $300
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Adventure, Historical Tour: $238
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $164
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
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: $161
- Apostle Paul's missionary journys in Athens Private Tour 4Hours: $157
- Athens Gems & Charms for the First Time Cruise Passengers: $94
- Island Swimming Day Cruise—DJ, Lunch & Drinks incl.: $154
- Best Food Tasting Tour of Athens, taste 18+ iconic Greek foods! : $93
- Mycenae Epidaurus Nafplio Isthmus Canal Private Luxury Tour : $239
- Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full-Day V.R audio guided Tour: $28
- Olive Oil Tasting Farm Experience, Corinth Canal, Nafplio: $186
- Private Full Day Tour in Delphi: $219
- Private Luxury Tour: Athens Riviera & The Temple of Poseidon: $155
- Traditional Villages Full day Tour in Santorini: $65
- "Athens Highlights Tour : Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and more.": $179
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Athens $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Greek Honey Tasting Experience at our Old Distillery: $14
- Polykala Distillery: 128 years of history & liqueur tasting.: $17
- The NightCrawlers | Athens Bar Hopping | Pub Crawl: $19
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $19
- Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Athens, Greece: $25
- Experience Ouzo Tasting at Athens Oldest Distillery: $26
- Athens Ultimate Bar Crawl: $48
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $59
- Greek Wine Tasting with Acropolis view: $59
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $59
- Acropolis Private Wine Tasting @ Finewine store : $67
- Greek food and wine tasting: $71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Athens, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Athens much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Athens is in Europe, 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Athens Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Athens?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Athens. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Athens, 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 Dar es Salaam or Athens?
Athens has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Athens in the Summer?
Both Athens and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Athens for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally around the same temperature as Athens. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Athens fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Athens. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Athens during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Athens receives 357 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Athens receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Athens 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Athens in the Autumn?
Both Athens and Dar es Salaam during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Athens because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Athens in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Athens fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
In Athens, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Athens receives 206 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in October than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Athens receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Athens 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Athens in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Athens. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Athens. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Athens averages at about 10°C (51°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Athens during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Athens receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Athens receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Athens 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Athens in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Athens. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Athens for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Athens. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Athens fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Athens receives 226 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam receives a lot of rain in the spring. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Athens. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Athens receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Athens 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Athens and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
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