Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz 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 Veracruz and Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Nassau?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Nassau $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $189. 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 Veracruz and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Nassau $109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Nassau $218
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Nassau $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Arrival Private Transfer: $14
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Airport Transfer: $25
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
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:
- Nassau Roundtrip Transfer by Limousine to Paradise Island: $360
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer by Limousine: $360
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Paradise Island: $251
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Paradise Island: $247
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $243
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $243
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Palm Cay: $243
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Cable Beach: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer: $240
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $50Nassau $53
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
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $125
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Nassau $37
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour: $7.87
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Veracruz: $8.00
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress of Veracruz Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium: $22
- From Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga: $23
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- Sightseeing City Tour and Wax & Ripley´s Museums: $25
- From San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour: $26
- Mandinga And Boat Trip Tour: $26
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- San Juan De Ulua Tour: $29
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:
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- 3 Hour Eco-Glide Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $259
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- Archie's Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack and Spanish Friendly: $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $81
- Bahama Bonanza Cultural Tour: $80
- Bahamas Cabbage Beach Parasailing Adventure: $100
- Bahamas Culture Tour from Nassau Including Rum Cake: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Nassau $19
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:
- Nassau Rum Distillery Tour: $25
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Veracruz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Veracruz is in North America 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 Veracruz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Veracruz 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 Veracruz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Nassau?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Nassau?
Veracruz 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 Veracruz or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and Veracruz during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In July, Veracruz is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 27°C (81°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Veracruz. In the summer, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Veracruz gets 208 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. It rains a lot this time of the year in Veracruz. Veracruz usually gets more rain in July than Nassau. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 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 JulyVeracruz 27°C (81°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Nassau. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Veracruz gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Nassau. Veracruz 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 OctoberVeracruz 26°C (79°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Nassau. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the winter, Veracruz is around the same temperature as Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Veracruz in January average around 21°C (71°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the winter, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets less rain in January than Nassau. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVeracruz 21°C (71°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Veracruz is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 26°C (78°F), 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 Veracruz. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Veracruz gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Nassau. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 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 AprilVeracruz 26°C (78°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Veracruz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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