Which place is cheaper, Mamaia or Paros?
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 Paros or Mamaia?
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 Paros and Mamaia. 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: Paros or Mamaia?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
Mamaia
The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.
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Paros Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €154Mamaia €74
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €154, while the average daily cost in Mamaia is €74. 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 Paros and Mamaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Mamaia €23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Mamaia €46
Compare Hotels in Paros and Mamaia
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Mamaia? 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: Paros Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Mamaia €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $298
- Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $274
- Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Mamaia?
Prices for flights to both Mamaia and Paros 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 dayParos €77Mamaia €36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Greek Cooking Experience in Amorgos: $68
- Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home : $125
- Cooking Class with Greek Meal & Wine: $127
- Cooking Class Sunset Dinner and Tour in Paros Farm : $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Mamaia €12
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Scuba Adventure (Double Tank) – Reefs, Wrecks & Caves of Paros: $167
- 5 hour Cruises Blue Lagoon and Sea Caves daily at 0930: $131
- Aeolus motoryacht cruise in Paros: $231
- Amazing Beach Hike Experience Of Paros: $217
- Blue Lagoon and Antiparos Full Day Cruise with BBQ: $191
- Cruise to Iraklia and Koufonisi from Paros: $90
- Cruise to Koufonissi from Paros Island: $84
- Cruise to Mykonos and Delos from Paros Island: $108
- Cruise to Mykonos from Paros Island: $108
- Daily Cruise from Paros to Delos Mykonos: $102
- EXPLORE Tour Adventure in Koufonisia & Naxos (Shared max 10 pax): $203
- Full Day Bus Tour in Paros and Antiparos Islands from Paros : $75
Tours and Activities in Mamaia
For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour: Visit Histria Ancient Citadel & Taste local wines: $167
- Half-day Tour to the Ancient Citadel of Histria (CT-01): $179
- Half-day tour for a Roman Conquest and Bacchus Delight (CT-02): $256
- Old Center and Casino of Constanta Visit Guided Tour: $44
- Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Mamaia €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Paros Wine Tasting at a Local Winery: $42
- 4-Hour Tour of Paros Wine Tasting: $179
Sample the Local Flavors in Mamaia
Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paros and Mamaia, we can see that Paros is more expensive. And not only is Mamaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mamaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mamaia 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 Paros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paros than you might in Mamaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Mamaia Expensive?.
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.