Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Grand Cayman?
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 Grand Cayman or Victoria?
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 Grand Cayman and Victoria. 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: Grand Cayman or Victoria?
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.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Canada, and The Best Eco Tours in Canada.
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Grand Cayman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrand Cayman $242Victoria $201
The average daily cost (per person) in Grand Cayman is $242, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $201. 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 Grand Cayman and Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrand Cayman $149Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrand Cayman $298Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Grand Cayman and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Grand Cayman or Victoria? 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: Grand Cayman Hotel Prices and Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grand Cayman $31Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Airport to morritts: $180
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $103
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Cruise Transfer with City Sightseeing Tour: $682
- Victoria to Vancouver Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way: $289
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $75
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Cruise Terminal Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $91
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $91
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $77
- Private Transfer from Victoria City Hotels to Nanaimo Cruise Port: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Grand Cayman or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria and Grand Cayman 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 dayGrand Cayman $67Victoria $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $86
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $88
- Vistas and Views Food Tour with 3-Course Meal: $100
- Indulge in a Wine & Food Tour - Cowichan Valley : $125
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $144
- Gourmet Dinner Tour Including Local Beer, Wine and City Highlights: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grand Cayman $41Victoria $45
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- StingrayCity ,Coral Garden & Starfish Tour. : $69
- 2 Stop Reef Snorkel and Glass Bottom Boat Adventure: $35
- 3 Stop Boat Tour Stingray City Coral Gardens and Starfish Point: $65
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $79
- Cayman 2 in 1 Combo Tour Stingray City Reef Snorkel Adventure: $77
- Cayman 3 in 1 Combo Adventure Stingray City Reef Snorkeling: $104
- Cayman Adventure Stingrays Starfish plus Crystal Caves : $89
- Cayman Bioluminescent Bay Night Tour: $144
- Cayman Combo Tour: Starfish Point, Stingray City & Coral Gardens: $119
- Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman: $143
- Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
- CaymanVisitor Hide & Seek GeoTour Self-Drive Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 24 Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Double Decker Victoria City Tour: $44
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $227
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $279
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria: $227
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $355
- Butchart Gardens and City Private Tour: $292
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $105
- Chinatown and Hidden Alleys Pedicab Tour: $92
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $88
- East Sooke Park Coastal Hiking Tour with a Bite and Beer: $129
- Eat Like a Canadian Food & Sightseeing Tour: $59
- Evening Sip, Savor, Stroll Tour: $147
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrand Cayman $13Victoria $16
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$4.95
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
- Cayman Art and Wine Tour: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Victoria BC: Tour & Tasting Around Award Winning Distillery: $21
- Pickle Pub Crawl: Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $52
- Local Brewery Tour with a Guide: $86
- Victoria, BC: Food & Wine Tour to the Cowichan Valley: $118
- 6-Hour Victoria to Cowichan Wine Tour: $126
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $132
- Private Saanich Peninsula Wine Tour : $144
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $474
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand Cayman and Victoria, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Victoria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands and Victoria is in North America, 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 Victoria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Victoria 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 Victoria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grand Cayman Expensive? and Is Victoria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Grand Cayman or Victoria?
Victoria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Grand Cayman and Victoria, 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 Grand Cayman or Victoria?
Victoria 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 Grand Cayman or Victoria in the Summer?
Both Victoria and Grand Cayman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year. Also, the hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Victoria this time of year.
Grand Cayman is much warmer than Victoria in the summer. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Victoria fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. In July, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Victoria. Grand Cayman gets 179 mm (7 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrand Cayman 28°C (83°F)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Victoria in the Autumn?
Both Victoria and Grand Cayman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Victoria for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Victoria. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Grand Cayman in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Victoria averages at about 11°C (52°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in October than Victoria. Grand Cayman gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrand Cayman 27°C (81°F)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Victoria in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand Cayman and Victoria. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Victoria in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Victoria can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Grand Cayman is generally much warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Grand Cayman average around 24°C (76°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Victoria receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Grand Cayman usually receives less rain than Victoria. Grand Cayman gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrand Cayman 24°C (76°F)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Victoria in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Grand Cayman as well as Victoria. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Grand Cayman is much warmer than Victoria in the spring. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Victoria fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in April than Victoria. Grand Cayman gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrand Cayman 26°C (79°F)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Grand Cayman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 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.