Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagreb or Grand Cayman?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zagreb and Grand Cayman. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zagreb or Grand Cayman?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb $82Grand Cayman $215
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is $215. 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 Zagreb and Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $51Grand Cayman $150
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $102Grand Cayman $300
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Grand Cayman? 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices and Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $9.69Grand Cayman $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,765
- Private Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & Transfers: $54
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $20
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $7.00
- Zagreb to Split Group Transfer with Plitvice Lakes guided Tour: $152
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $274
- Zagreb to Pula private one way transfer (or vice versa): $241
- Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes area - Private Transfer (or vice-versa): $164
- Zagreb to Franjo Tudman Airport(ZAG) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $537
- Zagreb city to Zagreb Airport private transfer: $88
- Zagreb Departure Private Transfers from Zagreb City to Zagreb Airport ZAG: $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb $18Grand Cayman $39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $137
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $958
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb $13Grand Cayman $41
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private eclectic experience of Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes National Park: $164
- Zagreb History Walking Tour: $32
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Zagreb City with Guide (up to 10): $153
- 2-Hour Unveiling A Captivating History Tour: $108
- 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,465
- 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $115
- All-Inclusive Day Tour Zagreb-Rastoke-Plitvice Lakes-Split: $968
- Back to Yugoslavia Private City Tour in Old-Timer Yugo Car: $93
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $177
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $435
- Best of ISTRIA: Amphitheater PULA + ROVINJ + HUM or POREČ - fully Private Tour: $263
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $73
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Reagan’s Honey Beekeeping Adventure: $67
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb $9.49Grand Cayman $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $103
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $179
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
- Castles & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $235
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagreb is in Europe and Grand Cayman 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 Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Grand Cayman?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Grand Cayman, 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 Zagreb or Grand Cayman?
Zagreb has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zagreb or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Grand Cayman. The summer months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
In the summer, Zagreb is cooler than Grand Cayman. Typically, the summer temperatures in Zagreb in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. Zagreb usually gets less rain in July than Grand Cayman. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
Both Grand Cayman and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Zagreb is generally much colder than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. In October, Zagreb usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
Both Grand Cayman and Zagreb during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Zagreb. Zagreb is much colder than Grand Cayman in the winter. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 1°C (35°F) in January, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Zagreb usually gets less rain in January than Grand Cayman. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Grand Cayman. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the spring for the activities around the city. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Zagreb is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the spring temperatures in Zagreb in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In April, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Grand Cayman. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Zagreb
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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.