Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Porto?
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 Porto or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Porto and Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Porto or Nassau?
Porto
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal. It is also the capital of the Northern Region and a hub for commercial and industrial activity. The city is not as large as you might expect, with a population of only about 300,000 residents, but the metropolitan area has a population of about 2.5 million. This includes nearby cities such as Gaia, Matosinhos, Maia and Gondomar.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPorto €160Nassau €193
The average daily cost (per person) in Porto is €160, while the average daily cost in Nassau is €193. 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 Porto and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorto €72Nassau €92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorto €144Nassau €184
Compare Hotels in Porto and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Porto 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: Porto Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porto €21Nassau €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Porto
Also for Porto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Porto Airport: Transfer to/from Valenca Do Minho Station: $12
- Madeira: Vereda do Larano Trail One-Way Transfer Service: $23
- Porto Airport Transfer: $24
- Transfer Oporto - Aeroport / Up to 4 passengers: $30
- Madeira: Porto da Cruz to Machico Hiking Tour with Transfer: $39
- Service Transfer Airport to Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia: $64
- Funchal to Porto Moniz: Volcanic Pools Day Transfer: $70
- Private transfer between Porto and Algarve with 1 stop: $558
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi€6.80
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Taxi to Cable Beach€21
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Taxi from Airport€26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $275
- Nassau, Bahamas Private Airport Transfers: $220
- Private Bahamian Baking Class and Transfers with Chef Gabbi: $210
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Porto or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Porto 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 dayPorto €63Nassau €77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Porto
For Porto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Porto Food & Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option: $94
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
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Porto €25Nassau €31
Tours and Activities in Porto
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Porto.
- Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River: $21
- Experience Porto's Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Porto Sunset River Cruise: Douro Magic at Dusk: $35
- Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks: $48
- Porto Douro River Sightseeing Sailing Cruise at Sunset or Daytime: $48
- 3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour: $52
- Sunset or Daytime, Charming Sailboat Cruise on the Douro River: $54
- 6 Bridges cruise , Douro river with sunset option: $54
- Tour on the Douro River in a Classic Boat: $54
- Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride: $55
- Luxury Yacht Tour on the Douro River - Sunset or Daytime: $58
- Fun Private Tuk Tuk Tour: $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€43
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4 Hr Kayak Tour€60
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip€64
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPorto €19Nassau €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Porto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Porto:
- Luxury Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting & Snacks: $54
- Port Wine Tour | 3 Cellars | 7 Tastings | 12 Participants Maximum: $60
- Port Wine Lodges Tour Including 7 Port Wine Tastings (English): $62
- Authentic Food and Wine Tour in Porto by Food Lover Tour: $81
- Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, Cruise and Lunch from Porto : $96
- Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch: $113
- Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise: $118
- Douro Valley Half-Day Wine Tour with Winery and Lunch From Porto: $131
- Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise: $131
- Small Group Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch and Cruise: $149
- Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat: $150
- Douro Valley Tour - 3 Wine tastings, Lunch & river Cruise: $152
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€5.53
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porto and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Porto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Porto 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 Porto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Porto 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 Porto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Porto Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porto or Nassau?
Porto has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Porto 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 Porto or Nassau?
Porto 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 Porto or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and Porto during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Porto this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Porto is cooler than Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Porto averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Porto. In the summer, Porto often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Porto gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Porto usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Porto gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPorto 21°C (69°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Porto or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Porto and Nassau. Many travelers come to Porto for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Porto is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Porto in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Porto usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Porto gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Porto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Porto usually receives less rain than Nassau. Porto gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPorto 17°C (62°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Porto or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Porto as well as Nassau. Many visitors come to Porto in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In January, Porto is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Porto average around 10°C (50°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the winter, Porto often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Porto gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Porto receives a lot of rain in the winter. Porto usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Porto gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPorto 10°C (50°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Porto or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Porto are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Porto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Porto is much colder than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Porto averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porto. Porto usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Porto gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Porto. In April, Porto usually receives more rain than Nassau. Porto gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPorto 14°C (56°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Porto
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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