Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Nassau, 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: Paphos or Nassau?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Nassau €197
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Nassau is €197. 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 Paphos and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Nassau €94
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Nassau €188
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Paphos 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Nassau €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer: $34
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $34
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer from Paphos: $36
- Famous Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise with transfer: $40
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Water Slide & Hotel Transfer: $40
- Blue Lagoon Pafos to Latchi, bus transfer+ Boat trip H/D: $41
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
- Private Airport Transfer from Paphos Airport in a 6-seater taxi: $59
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $93
- CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $97
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi€6.96
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Taxi to Cable Beach€22
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Taxi from Airport€26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Airport Transfers: $140
- Bahamas Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS) Private Transfer to Nassau: $80
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $135
- Cruise Port Transfer with Optional Vehicle: $135
- Custom Family and Small Group Transfers for Comfortable Journeys: $185
- Group transfer: $68
- Luxury Airport Transfer in Nassau – VIP Mercedes Sprinter Service: $250
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $101
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $83
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Nassau €79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $67
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $78
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
- Flavors of Nassau Food Tour: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
- Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $176
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Nassau €32
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with fun slide: $21
- Pafos Zoo Ticket: $22
- The Yellow Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise Swim & Snorkel: $23
- FROM 1.5 HRS Glass Bottom Boat Cruise with swimming: $23
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $24
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide: $29
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- From Limassol Experience: $32
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol Spritz: $37
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol: $40
- Yellow Submarine Swim Cruise with Unlimited Drinks: $40
- Paphos Sunset Cruise Swim Snorkel & Jump into the Golden Hour: $41
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€43
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4 Hr Kayak Tour€61
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip€65
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
- Museum of Junkanoo Guided Tour and Entry Ticket: $11
- Golden Isles Georgia Pop Up Tea Flight Tasting Experience: $25
- Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Downtown, Bahamas: $25
- Junkanoo Costume Workshop and Museum Tour: $35
- Nassau City Highlights Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $45
- Nassau Bahamas: Jetcar Excursion to Pig Island Tour $450: $50
- Banana Boat Adventure: $50
- Guided Walking Tour with Local Treats: $50
- Discover Nassau Sightseeing Tour plus Atlantis Resort Visit: $54
- Cultural Walking Tour of Downtown Nassau Attractions: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Nassau €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- From Troodos Mountains & Villages Free Wine Tasting: $62
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $69
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $76
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $88
- Paphos Hills: Boutique Wine Tour & Scenic Escape - 4+ Guests: $132
- Paphos Half Day-Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
- Troodos Mountains -Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
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€5.65
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Bottle Your Own at John Watling's Distillery: $20
- Rum Tasting Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
- Mixology Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
- Rum Tasting Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Paphos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos 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 Paphos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Paphos 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 Paphos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos 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 Paphos or Nassau?
Paphos 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 Paphos or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Nassau. The summer months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Paphos is around the same temperature as Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Nassau during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun in the summer.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Paphos usually receives less rain than Nassau. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Nassau. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the autumn, Paphos is cooler than Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Paphos in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the autumn, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Paphos usually gets less rain in October than Nassau. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Paphos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Paphos is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 12°C (53°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Paphos usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Nassau. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Paphos during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Paphos in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Paphos is cooler than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in April than Nassau. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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