Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Lucerne?
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 Lucerne or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lucerne and Nassau. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lucerne or Nassau?
Lucerne
Lucerne is a relatively small city in the center of Switzerland. It is located across the lake from Altdorf and it has a thriving tourism industry. It's close proximity to many of the major sights in the country make it a great base for exploration. Many people use it as a jumping off point for exploring Mount Rigi and the Rutli Meadow.
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 Switzerland, The Best 2-Week 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 dayLucerne $302Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Lucerne is $302, 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 Lucerne and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLucerne $159Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLucerne $318Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Lucerne and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Lucerne 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: Lucerne Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lucerne $15Nassau $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucerne
Also for Lucerne, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bad Ragaz Resorts to Zurich Airport ZRH - Departure Transfer: $126
- Private Transfer between Lucerne & Engelberg / Mount Titlis: $201
- Private direct transfer from Lucerne to Basel, local driver: $246
- From Canyoning in Interlaken w/ Return Transfer: $308
- Private Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $327
- From Basel, Basel Port, Airport: Private Transfer to Lucerne: $428
- Private Transfer from Lucerne to Basel, Basel Port, Airport: $428
- St Moritz: Private transfer from Zurich airport to St Moritz: $597
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:
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $275
- Nassau, Bahamas Private Airport Transfers: $220
- Private Bahamian Baking Class and Transfers with Chef Gabbi: $210
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Lucerne or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Lucerne 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 dayLucerne $125Nassau $91
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.Lucerne $39Nassau $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lucerne
For Lucerne, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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1 Day Bicycle Rental$39
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The Swiss Transport Museum Entrance Fee$41
Tours and Activities in Lucerne
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lucerne.
- Revealing Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $6.29
- Smartphone walking tour - cool Lucerne old town: $6.29
- Revealing Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $6.29
- Porrentruy Secret Tour: $13
- Swiss Chocolate Adventure Experience: $23
- Culture & Congress Centre Behind the Scenes Tour: $25
- Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide: $31
- Official Guided City Tour of Lucerne: $32
- Round-Trip Catamaran Cruise on Lake Lucerne: $35
- Lake Lucerne 1-Hour Catamaran Cruise : $35
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $37
- 1-Hour Historical Tour with Night Watchman: $38
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:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLucerne $25Nassau $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucerne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucerne:
- Walking and Boat Tour with Cheese & Wine Tasting: $112
- Lake Lucerne Region Wine Tasting: $314
- Private Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $326
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 Lucerne and Nassau, we can see that Lucerne is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lucerne 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 Lucerne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucerne 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 Lucerne Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lucerne or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Lucerne. When comparing the sizes of Lucerne 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 Lucerne or Nassau?
Lucerne 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 Lucerne or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and Lucerne during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Lucerne in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In the summer, Lucerne is cooler than Nassau. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lucerne in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Nassau averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lucerne. In the summer, Lucerne often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Lucerne gets 241 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. Lucerne usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Lucerne gets 89 mm (3.5 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 JulyLucerne 21°C (70°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lucerne and Nassau. Most visitors come to Lucerne for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Lucerne is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Lucerne average around 13°C (56°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Lucerne usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Lucerne gets 120 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, Lucerne usually receives less rain than Nassau. Lucerne gets 70 mm (2.8 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 OctoberLucerne 13°C (56°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lucerne as well as Nassau. The winter months attract visitors to Lucerne because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
The weather in Lucerne can be very cold. Lucerne is much colder than Nassau in the winter. The daily temperature in Lucerne averages around 3°C (37°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, Lucerne often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Lucerne gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Lucerne usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Lucerne gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLucerne 3°C (37°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Lucerne are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Lucerne this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Lucerne is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lucerne in April average around 12°C (53°F), and Nassau averages at about 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Lucerne usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Lucerne gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lucerne usually receives more rain than Nassau. Lucerne gets 79 mm (3.1 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 AprilLucerne 12°C (53°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Lucerne
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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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