A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nassau vs. Lewisburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nassau or Lewisburg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Lewisburg, 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: Nassau or Lewisburg?

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.

Lewisburg

Lewisburg is a borough of Union County, Pennsylvania located right on the Susquehanna River. It was founded in 1784 by a settler named Ludwig Derr and became a center for commerce due to its location on the river. The water was used for logging and shipping, and the remains of old factories and other ancient stone structures still exist along the river banks today. A town of rich history, several locations within the town of Lewisburg even served as stopping points on the famous Underground Railroad.

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Which place is cheaper, Lewisburg or Nassau?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Nassau Prices
    Bahamas Prices
    Lewisburg Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Nassau $226
    Lewisburg $161

The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $226, while the average daily cost in Lewisburg is $161. 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 Nassau and Lewisburg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nassau $108
    Lewisburg $70
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nassau $216
    Lewisburg $140
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Lewisburg

Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Lewisburg? 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.

Hotels in Nassau


Hotels in Lewisburg


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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: Nassau Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nassau $32
    Lewisburg $53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:


  • Water Taxi
    $7.99
  • Taxi to Cable Beach
    $25
  • Taxi from Airport
    $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:

  • Airport Transfer Paradise Island: $118
  • Airport Transfers : $58
  • Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
  • Baha Mar ( Grand Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood Hotels) Private Airport Transfers : $160
  • Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $110
  • Cruise Port Transfer with Optional Vehicle: $135
  • Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103
  • Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $84
  • Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $167
  • Nassau City Escape Transfer (One Way): $50
  • Nassau Cruise Port to Nassau hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
  • Nassau Cruise Port to Nassau hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103

Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Lewisburg?

Prices for flights to both Lewisburg and Nassau 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nassau $91
    Lewisburg $59

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nassau $37
    Lewisburg $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:


  • Jet Ski
    $50
  • 4 Hr Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 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:

  • All New Tour with Seafood Snack Português & Español : $7.00
  • Historical & Cultural Walking Tour: $10
  • Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Downtown, Bahamas: $25
  • Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
  • Private Sightseeing in Fort Montagu with Crab and Seafood meal: $45
  • Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $45
  • Nassau City Tour: $46
  • Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $50
  • Electric Bus Tour with Food & Drink Samples: $50
  • Banana Boat Adventure: $50
  • Taste Tour and Capture Nassau Island Experience with Photos: $55
  • Cultural Walking Tour of Downtown Nassau Attractions: $55

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nassau $19
    Lewisburg $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:


  • Cocktail
    $6.49


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Lewisburg, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Lewisburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Lewisburg 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 Lewisburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lewisburg 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 Lewisburg.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Lewisburg Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nassau or Lewisburg?

Nassau has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Lewisburg. When comparing the sizes of Nassau and Lewisburg, 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 Nassau or Lewisburg?

Lewisburg 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 Nassau or Lewisburg in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Lewisburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Also, most visitors come to Lewisburg for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Nassau is a little warmer than Lewisburg in the summer. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Lewisburg fluctuates around 74°F (24°C).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lewisburg this time of the year. In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nassau usually receives less sunshine than Lewisburg during summer. Nassau gets 273 hours of sunny skies, while Lewisburg receives 310 hours of full sun in the summer.

Lewisburg receives a lot of rain in the summer. Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Nassau usually receives more rain than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Lewisburg receives 4 inches (101 mm) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Nassau 28°C (82°F) 
    Lewisburg 74°F (24°C)

Should I visit Nassau or Lewisburg in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Lewisburg. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Lewisburg because of the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.

In the autumn, Nassau is much warmer than Lewisburg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nassau in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Lewisburg averages at about 54°F (12°C).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In the autumn, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 223 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lewisburg receives 194 hours of full sun.

Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nassau usually gets more rain in October than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Lewisburg receives 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Nassau 26°C (79°F) 
    Lewisburg 54°F (12°C)

Should I visit Nassau or Lewisburg in the Winter?

Both Lewisburg and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Lewisburg this time of year.

It's quite cold in Lewisburg in the winter. In January, Nassau is generally much warmer than Lewisburg. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 21°C (70°F), and Lewisburg fluctuates around 27°F (-3°C).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Lewisburg during winter. Nassau gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Lewisburg receives 153 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Nassau usually receives less rain than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lewisburg receives 2.5 inches (65 mm) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Nassau 21°C (70°F) 
    Lewisburg 27°F (-3°C)

Should I visit Nassau or Lewisburg in the Spring?

Both Lewisburg and Nassau during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Lewisburg for the small town charm.

Nassau is much warmer than Lewisburg in the spring. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 23°C (74°F) in April, and Lewisburg fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).

In Lewisburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Nassau. In the spring, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lewisburg receives 237 hours of full sun.

Nassau usually gets less rain in April than Lewisburg. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Lewisburg receives 3.2 inches (82 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Nassau 23°C (74°F) 
    Lewisburg 51°F (11°C)

Typical Weather for Lewisburg and Nassau

Nassau Lewisburg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 21°C (70°F) 51 mm (2 in) 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 inches (65 mm)
Feb 21°C (70°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 inches (70 mm)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 40°F (5°C) 3.2 inches (81 mm)
Apr 23°C (74°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 51°F (11°C) 3.2 inches (82 mm)
May 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in) 62°F (16°C) 3.9 inches (98 mm)
Jun 27°C (80°F) 237 mm (9.3 in) 70°F (21°C) 4.3 inches (110 mm)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 151 mm (5.9 in) 74°F (24°C) 4 inches (101 mm)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 211 mm (8.3 in) 73°F (23°C) 3.4 inches (86 mm)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 171 mm (6.7 in) 65°F (19°C) 3.4 inches (86 mm)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in) 54°F (12°C) 3.3 inches (84 mm)
Nov 24°C (75°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 44°F (7°C) 3.7 inches (95 mm)
Dec 22°C (71°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 33°F (1°C) 3 inches (77 mm)