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

Should you visit Rhodes or Nassau?

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 Rhodes and Nassau. 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: Rhodes or Nassau?

Rhodes

Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.

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 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.


Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Rhodes?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €170, while the average daily cost in Nassau is €193. 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 Rhodes and Nassau in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Rhodes 58
    Nassau 92
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Rhodes 116
    Nassau 184
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Nassau

Looking for a hotel in Rhodes 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.

Hotels in Rhodes


Hotels in Nassau


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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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Rhodes 48
    Nassau 28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:


  • Taxi Ride
    7.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:

  • Bus Transfer to/from Rhodes Airport: $3.52
  • Rhodes Private Departure Transfer to Rhodes Airport: $21
  • From North Round-Trip Lindos Transfer from Hotels: $23
  • Weekend Sunset Live DJ Boat Party with Free Transfer: $26
  • From Lindos Round-Trip Bus Transfer with Free Time: $26
  • Weekend Sunset Live DJ Boat Party with Free Transfer: $26
  • One Way Private Transfer Rhodes Airport to / from Ialyssos - Ixia: $29
  • Rhodes to Rhodes Int Airport (RHO) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
  • Rhodes Int Airport(RHO) to Rhodes city - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
  • Private transfer from or to Diagoras airport (one way): $30
  • Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Self-guided Transfer: $32
  • Private Transfer from Rhodes Cruise Port to Rhodes city hotels: $32

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau

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


  • Water Taxi
    6.80
  • Taxi to Cable Beach
    21
  • Taxi from Airport
    26

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 Rhodes or Nassau?

Prices for flights to both Nassau and Rhodes 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
    Rhodes 82
    Nassau 77
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:


  • Coffee
    1.95
  • Dinner for Two
    23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.

  • Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $63
  • Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner, Drinks & Swim: $70
  • Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $74
  • Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $82
  • Traditional Greek COOKING class and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $82
  • 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $83
  • Sip & Savor 11-Dish Wine Pairing and Cooking Adventure: $89
  • Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class : $93
  • Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker in Rhodes: $95
  • Tasting Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & more in an Authentic Greek village: $113
  • Authentic Greek Cooking Experience: Taste the Roots of Rhodes: $114
  • Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch: $135

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.
    Rhodes 19
    Nassau 31

Tours and Activities in Rhodes

Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Rhodes Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
  • Private Self-Guided Audio Tour in Rhodes: $9.54
  • Rhodes Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $12
  • The Palace of the Grand Master Self-guided Audio Tour: $14
  • Throne of Helios: The History of Rhodes 9D Experience: $15
  • Rhodes Town: Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views: $16
  • Rhodes Town: Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views: $16
  • Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views: $18
  • Lindos Bus Tour with Free Time to Explore: $19
  • Rhodes Nightlife: Old Town Party Tour - 5 Bars & Free Shots : $21
  • Faliraki full family day tour : $21
  • Rhodes:1-hour Sightseeing Day Cruise on an 18th-Century Boat: $23

Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau

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


  • Jet Ski
    43
  • 4 Hr Kayak Tour
    60
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    64

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
    Rhodes 12
    Nassau 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes

Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $41
  • Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes: $42
  • Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $57
  • Best Rhodes Tour with Wine Tasting Experience from Cruise Port: $68
  • Best Rhodes Tour with Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting & Free Time : $69
  • Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $70
  • 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour with Olive Oil, Honey and Wine Tasting : $73
  • Majestic Lindos, Old Town, History, Culture & Wine Tour: $75
  • Private Full Day Rhodes Island Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $81
  • Full Day Guided Rhodes Island Cultural & Wine Tour: $83
  • Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $92
  • Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $94

Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau

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


  • Cocktail
    5.53


When comparing the travel costs between Rhodes and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Rhodes is in Europe and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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


Which is Bigger, Rhodes or Nassau?

Rhodes has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Rhodes 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.