Which place is cheaper, Queenstown 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 Queenstown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Queenstown, 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 Queenstown?
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.
Queenstown
Queenstown is a popular tourist destination on New Zealand's South Island. It is beautifully surrounded by the Southern Alps and sits on the banks of Lake Wakatipu. Across the lake you will find a stunning view of the Remarkables, a dramatic mountain range. The town itself is quite touristy, but prices still remain reasonable. There are options for all travel budgets, whether you're a backpacker hoping to save a few dollars or a family looking for some luxury accommodation. Despite its natural and tranquil setting, Queenstown is actually very much a party town, particularly during the peak seasons. Don't be surprised to find people out enjoying themselves until the early hours of the morning. If you're not into the party scene and are hoping to get a decent night's sleep, consider staying a little outside of town. About an hour outside of Queenstown you'll find Wanaka, which is a much smaller and peaceful town without the party scene.
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 Bicycle Tours in New Zealand, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand.
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Nassau Prices
Bahamas PricesQueenstown Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNassau $227Queenstown $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $227, while the average daily cost in Queenstown is $126. 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 Queenstown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $108Queenstown $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $216Queenstown $106
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Queenstown
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Queenstown? 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 Queenstown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Queenstown $9.84
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:
- Direct Private Airport Transfer four or more Persons (one way): $20
- Airport Transfer to Grand Hyatt, Rosewood, SLS Bahamar: $26
- Nassau Private Airport & Cruise Port Transfer: $30
- Nassau Hotel to Lynden Pindling International Airport Transfer: $35
- One Way Trip Private Airport to Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $37
- Airport Transfer Paradise Island: $40
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $45
- Nassau City Escape Transfer (One Way): $50
- Nassau cruise port to Nassau Airport (NAS) - Departure Transfer: $50
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau port - Arrival Private Transfer: $50
- Nassau cruise port to Nassau Airport (NAS) - Departure Private Transfer: $50
- One Way Private Airport Transfer for 4 People or Less: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Queenstown
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Queenstown:
- ZQN Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $27
- Queenstown Private Airport Transfer: Door to Door Service: $29
- Queenstown International Airport To and From City Center Transfer: $44
- QUEENSTOWN Best Private Airport Transfer:1 Way from/to Hotel: $51
- Queenstown Airport to Towncenter Transfer: $76
- Queenstown private transfer: $76
- Queenstown Airport to/from Wanaka Hassle Free Private Transfer: $98
- Queenstown to Mt Cook One Way Scenic Transfer: $121
- From Cardrona Ski/Snowboard Rentals & Transfer: $165
- Private Transfers from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka: $172
- Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport: $172
- One way transfer to Remarkable or Coronet Peak Ski Fields: $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Queenstown?
Prices for flights to both Queenstown 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 $91Queenstown $60
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 Queenstown
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Queenstown.
- Bar Crawl with 5 Free Shots and Pizza: $17
- Skyline Queenstown Gondola with Lunch or Dinner: $80
- Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown: $110
- Wine & Food Tour, Scenic Tastings & Paired Lunch: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Queenstown $21
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Queenstown
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Queenstown are as follows:
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Skyline Gondola (for 2)$29
Tours and Activities in Queenstown
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Queenstown are as follows:
- Queenstown on Foot: An Audio Tour: $5.00
- Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour: $7.99
- Hidden Underwater Theatre Experience: $8.47
- From the Green to the Grave: An Audio Tour of Queenstown: $12
- Escape Adventure: $20
- The Dreamery Interactive Sensory Journey Entry Ticket: $22
- Fear Factory Haunted House Admission Ticket: $23
- Private Race Car Simulation Experience: $25
- Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Ticket: $28
- Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour: $28
- Kawarau Zipride! (Family Fun Experience): $28
- Odysseum Expierence Pass - 1 Hour Adventure: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Queenstown $8.60
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 Queenstown
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Queenstown:
- Ice Bar Crawl: $23
- Queenstown Wine Tour - Self Guided Audio Tour (Driving): $29
- Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour: $67
- Queenstown & Gibbston Valley: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tours: $73
- Highlights Tour with Wine Tasting: $95
- Queenstown's Original Premium Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour: $101
- Queenstown Electric Bike and Wine Tour: $110
- Queenstown Classic Wine Tour: 3 Winery Visits, Cave Tour & Cheese: $125
- Small Group Highlights Tour with Wine Tasting: $129
- Classic Wine Tour: $135
- Arrowtown Wine Tour: $141
- Queenstown Boutique Wine Tour - All-Inclusive 4 Wineries & Lunch: $146
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Queenstown, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Queenstown much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Queenstown is in Pacific, 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 Queenstown would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Queenstown 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 Queenstown.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Queenstown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nassau or Queenstown?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Queenstown. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Queenstown, 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.