Which place is cheaper, Nassau or London?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit London or Nassau?
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 London and Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: London or Nassau?
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLondon £190Nassau £151
The average daily cost (per person) in London is £190, while the average daily cost in Nassau is £151. 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 London and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLondon £123Nassau £87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLondon £246Nassau £174
Compare Hotels in London and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in London 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: London Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.London £26Nassau £26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride£15
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Heathrow Express£18
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Luggage Storage£8.00
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London Map£1.29
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Oyster Card£36
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)£22
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Oyster Card£27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow Airport & Premier Inn: $7.53
- Transfer Heathrow Airport to/from Renaissance Hotel: $8.53
- Bus Transfer Between Heathrow Airport & Radisson RED: $8.53
- Heathrow Airport to North London Private Transfer: $13
- Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer from/to Central London: $13
- Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol: $15
- Heathrow Airport to/from Central London Bus Transfer: $15
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $16
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $17
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow & Luton Airports: $17
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol City Center: $17
- Luton Airport to/from Central London Bus Transfer: $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi£6.39
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Taxi to Cable Beach£20
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Taxi from Airport£24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Nassau Roundtrip Transfer by Limousine to Paradise Island: $360
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer by Limousine: $360
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Paradise Island: $247
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Cable Beach: $243
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Palm Cay: $240
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer: $240
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Paradise Island: $227
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer- Lincoln Town Car: $225
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $221
Is it cheaper to fly into London or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and London 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 dayLondon £34Nassau £42
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks£13
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Tea£6.00
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason£39
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Morning Tea£6.35
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Pastry£5.00
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Sushi Dinner for One£18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Self-guided food tour: $5.76
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Picadilly Circus: Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $38
- Traveling Spoon Nepalese Momos Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Pizza Making Cookery Class: $53
- No Diet Club - Best food Tour in East London: $68
- African & Caribbean Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Brixton: $74
- Borough Bites, The London Food Tour: $74
- Borough Market Flavors of London Food Tour: $74
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $88
- Traditional English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours: $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.London £33Nassau £29
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert£83
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London Symphony Orchestra£34
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London Pass£47
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Comedy Show£8.00
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- London's Hidden Gems Self Guided City Tour: $3.26
- London Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $3.28
- Harry Potter Movie Locations Self Walking Tour: $3.77
- Jack the Ripper Self Guided Audio Tour in London: $4.91
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in London: $5.45
- Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.48
- Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Covent Garden: A Self-Guided Photography Tour : $5.54
- Brick Lane: A self-guided audio tour of East London's vibrant jewel: $5.54
- Camden Town's Quirky Characters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.54
- London Lights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Cultural Capital of the World: $5.54
- Secret An audio tour about the heritage of the city's Russian immigrants: $5.54
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£40
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4 Hr Kayak Tour£56
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip£60
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
- 30 Minutes Jet Car Adventure in Bahamas: $260
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $250
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $81
- Bahama Bonanza Cultural Tour: $80
- Bahamas Cabbage Beach Parasailing Adventure: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLondon £15Nassau £15
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Self Guided Audio Tour in London Old Pub Crawl: $7.63
- Fun London Pub Crawl Treasure Hunt with 20% off ALL drinks!: $13
- 2-Hour Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $20
- Haunted London Pub Walking Tour: $20
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $24
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers: $25
- Shoreditch Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Guided Historic Pub Tour (London): $27
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $29
- Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London: $31
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $31
- Burlesque Cabaret Show in Covent Garden: $31
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£5.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Nassau, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London 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 London Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, London or Nassau?
London has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of London 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 London or Nassau?
London 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 London or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and London during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to London this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In the summer, London is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the summer temperatures in London in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Nassau averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, London often gets less sunshine than Nassau. London gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. London usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. London gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLondon 18°C (64°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit London or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both London and Nassau. Many travelers come to London for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, London is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in London average around 12°C (53°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. London usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. London gets 107 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, London usually receives less rain than Nassau. London gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLondon 12°C (53°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit London or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to London as well as Nassau. Many visitors come to London in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
London can get quite cold in the winter. London is much colder than Nassau in the winter. The daily temperature in London averages around 4°C (40°F) in January, and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the winter, London often gets less sunshine than Nassau. London gets 52 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
London usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Nassau. London gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLondon 4°C (40°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit London or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and London are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, London is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the spring temperatures in London in April average around 9°C (48°F), and Nassau averages at about 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. London usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. London gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, London usually receives less rain than Nassau. London gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLondon 9°C (48°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and London
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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