Should you visit Mykonos or Toulon?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Mykonos and Toulon. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Toulon
Located between Marseille and Nice, Toulon is in the western portion of the French Riviera and in the southeast of Provence. It's economy is heavily reliant on a French naval base in the area. This base is responsible for the creation of thousands of jobs. The city is also a significant tourist destination, with over 150,000 visitors every year.
Which city is cheaper, Toulon or Mykonos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €119, while the average daily cost in Toulon is €95. 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 Mykonos and Toulon in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €118 for a double occupancy room in Mykonos.
Toulon's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €126. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €63.
Food
In Mykonos travelers spend around €38 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.
In Toulon travelers spend around €24 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.
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Food
Meals for one day
Mykonos €38
Toulon €24
Typical Food prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones
€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
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Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti:
$73
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Cooking Class in Mykonos, Greece:
$145
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Mykonos is €19 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The cost of a taxi ride in Toulon is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €5.71 per person, per day, on local transportation in Toulon.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
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Mykonos Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer:
$24
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One Way Private Transfer within Mykonos Island MINI VAN:
$73
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Choulakia area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Vryssi area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Tourlos area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Drafaki area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Glastros area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Agrari area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Platis Yalos area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Chora area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Aghios Stefanos - Mykonos area up to 6 customers:
$98
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Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Aghios Ioannis - Mykonos area up to 6 customers:
$98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Toulon:
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Toulon-Hyères Airport to Toulon City - One Way:
$73
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Gassin:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to La Croix Valmer:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Ramatuelle:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to La Mole:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Cavalaire:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Le Muy:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Grimaud:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Cogolin:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Puget sur Argens:
$133
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Draguignan:
$137
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Sainte-Maxime:
$137
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Toulon?
Prices for flights to both Toulon and Mykonos 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
Mykonos's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €18 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Entertainment and activities in Toulon typically cost an average of €11 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 Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
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Tour to the Mykonian Spiti Farm:
$34
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From Ancient Delos Tour:
$44
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Mykonos Walking Tour:
$45
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Half-Day City Walking Tour and Island Bus Tour:
$45
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Sunset Cruise to Delos:
$51
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Mykonos Sunset & Little Venice Cruise:
$54
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Half-Day Authentic Discovery Tour:
$54
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The Original Morning Delos Guided Tour:
$58
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The Original Evening Delos Guided Tour:
$58
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Wine and Culture Walking Tour:
$59
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The Original Delos Guided Tour from the Cruise Ship Port:
$63
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Mykonos Hiking Adventure:
$67
Tours and Activities in Toulon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Toulon are as follows:
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Guided Tour in Port & Old City:
$50
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Full-Day VIP Village Tour of Provence:
$498
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Provence Villages Private Day Tour including Cassis Toulon Shore Excursion:
$998
Alcohol
The average person spends about €16 on alcoholic beverages in Mykonos per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about €11 on alcoholic beverages in Toulon per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulon
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toulon:
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Toulon Shore Excursion - Private Full Day Wine Tour in Provence:
$349
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Toulon, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Toulon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Toulon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Toulon 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Toulon.
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