Which place is cheaper, Lima or Nassau?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nassau or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Lima, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Nassau or Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $189Lima $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Lima is $77. 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 Nassau and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $109Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $218Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Lima? 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: Nassau Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Lima $5.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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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:
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $30
- Shared Shuttle Transfer to NAS Airport - Departure: $34
- Shared Shuttle Transfer from NAS Airport - Arrival: $34
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Nassau Cruise Port to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Nassau cruise port to Nassau Airport (NAS) - Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Arrival Transfer: $40
- Nassau Airport Round-trip Shared Transfers: $45
- Private Transfer in Nassau: $45
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Nassau hotel or address to Nassau Airport (NAS) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Short Taxi Ride$4.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores Kennedy Park: $5.00
- Lima Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Miraflores: $5.63
- Lima Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Lima city center: $6.00
- Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport: $17
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Transfer from Lima city to the airport: $18
- Taxi transfers from and to the Lima Airport and Paracas Ica: $20
- Miraflores City to Lima Airport(LIM) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Jorge Chavez International Airport: Private Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Nassau 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 dayNassau $53Lima $18
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
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.34
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Ice cream$3.53
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Coffee$2.99
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Donut$0.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Market Food Tour: $33
- Lima Market Food Tour: $34
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
- Lima Night Food Tour: $48
- Lima Market Food Tour: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Lima $8.66
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:
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- KINDWalk — Nassau Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Nassau Self-Guided Audio Tour: The Jewel of the Bahamas: $15
- Heritage Museum of The Bahamas Nassau Guided Tour: $20
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $28
- Roundtrip Shuttle from Cruise Terminal at Prince George Wharf: $29
- Nassau Sightseeing Bus Tour: $35
- Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $43
- Bahamas Ghost Walking Tour: $44
- Island Tour: $44
- Nassau Historical Walking Tour: $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$16
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Movie Tickets$2.31
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Free Walking Tour of Lima: $2.00
- Customize your trip to Peru with Lima Experience: $12
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $13
- Skip the Line: Peruvian Regional Dances Ticket: $14
- Barranco Street Art Tour: $17
- Party tour Fridays Barranco / Saturdays Miraflores: $18
- Private Tour with guide in Museo de Arte de Lima - MALI: $20
- Guided and Private Bike Tour of Lima: $20
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $20
- Lima Downtown Tour from Miraflores in 3 hrs: $21
- Historic Center Walking Tour with Pisco Sour Tasting: $25
- Costa Verde Express Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Lima $5.63
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$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $135
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.30
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Beer$4.07
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Cocktail$3.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
- Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
- Party Tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl and Drinks: $18
- Party tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $25
- Local Wine Tour: $50
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Oasis + Wine Tour !! The best price: $226
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Lima, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau than you might in Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Lima, 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 Nassau or Lima?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Nassau or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. In July, Nassau usually receives more rain than Lima. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Nassau gets 273 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
Nassau is much warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNassau 28°C (82°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Nassau during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. In the autumn, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Lima. Nassau gets 223 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Nassau is a little warmer than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nassau in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNassau 26°C (79°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Lima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Nassau usually receives more rain than Lima. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Lima during winter. Nassau gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Nassau is generally around the same temperature as Lima. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 21°C (70°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNassau 21°C (70°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Lima. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Nassau usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In the spring, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Lima. Nassau gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
Nassau is around the same temperature as Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 23°C (74°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNassau 23°C (74°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Nassau
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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