Which place is cheaper, Quebec City or Nassau?
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 Nassau or Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Quebec City, 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 Quebec City?
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.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $227Quebec City $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $227, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $148. 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 Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $108Quebec City $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $216Quebec City $142
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Quebec City? 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 Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Quebec City $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.00
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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:
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Airport Transfer Paradise Island: $40
- Airport Transfer to Grand Hyatt, Rosewood, SLS Bahamar: $26
- Bahamas Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS) Private Transfer to Nassau: $80
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $135
- Custom Family and Small Group Transfers for Comfortable Journeys: $185
- Direct Private Airport Transfer four or more Persons (one way): $20
- Group transfer: $68
- Luxury Airport Transfer in Nassau – VIP Mercedes Sprinter Service: $250
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $100
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $82
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau port - Arrival Private Transfer: $50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $92
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $93
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $93
- Airport Transfer From YQB to Quebec City — More Than a Ride: $97
- Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $103
- Quebec city private transfer: $103
- YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $108
- YQB Airport Transfer: $113
- Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $116
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $118
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $243
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City 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 $91Quebec City $62
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
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $119
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $176
- NEW! Authentic Bahamian Cooking and Cocktails with Transfers: $179
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- Quebec : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $108
- Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide: $111
- Quebec: Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Local Tastings: $122
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $123
- Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Authentic Local Tastings: $125
- Grande-Allée in Bistro Mystery Dinner Tour: $178
- Gourmet mystery dinner in the St-Roch district - Flavors of the world: $178
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $211
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of Old Quebec: $215
- 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $215
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Quebec City $23
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:
- Audio Driving Tour Around St. Simons Island: $9.99
- KINDWalk — Nassau Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Museum of Junkanoo Guided Tour and Entry Ticket: $11
- Junkanoo Costume Workshop and Museum Tour: $35
- Roundtrip Beach Shuttle from Nassau Cruise Terminal: $35
- Nassau City Highlights Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $45
- Private Sightseeing in Fort Montagu with Crab and Seafood meal: $45
- Banana Boat Adventure: $50
- Nassau Bahamas: Jetcar Excursion to Pig Island Tour $450: $50
- Guided Walking Tour with Local Treats: $50
- Discover Nassau Sightseeing Tour plus Atlantis Resort Visit: $54
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Quebec City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based: $5.00
- Québec: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour: $5.00
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.33
- Quebec: La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour: $16
- MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket: $18
- Old Quebec Walking Tour with a Certified Local Guide: $18
- Guided Tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac: $18
- Quebec : Death in New-France Animated Walking tour: $19
- Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour: $19
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $21
- Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $21
- Immersion Quebec: Virtual Reality Experience of Quebec City's History: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Quebec City $18
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$6.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Bottle Your Own Rum Experience at John Watling’s Distillery: $20
- Bottle Your Own at John Watling's Distillery: $20
- Bahamian Mixology Experience at John Watling Distillery: $80
- Mixology Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
- Rum Tasting Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Quebec City: $15
- Guided visits and tasting at a Quebec distillery: $16
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $20
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $93
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $95
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $145
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Quebec City, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Quebec City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Quebec City is in North 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 Quebec City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quebec City 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 Quebec City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Quebec City?
Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Quebec City, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.