Should you visit Almeria or Amalfi?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Almeria and Amalfi. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Almeria
Almeria is a city (and province) in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is located in the southeast area of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Almeria is a charming area rich in history. Though it is not as well known as some more popular cities in the area, such as Granada, Seville, or Malaga, its popularity has increased significantly over the years with the growth of its holiday areas. Almeria has over 62 miles of untamed coastline, something that is hard to find on the Mediterranean, and has outstandingly beautiful landscapes, which stands out even in an area of natural beauty. The spectacular beaches with warm waters of the Mediterranean, abundant historic and cultural sites, and large tourist centers makes Almeria a great travel destination.
Amalfi
The town of Amalfi is at the heart of the Amalfi Coast, a region of Italy known for dramatic coastline, ritzy hotels, delicious food, and warm weather. Amalfi was the capital of a small republic in the middle ages known as the Duchy of Amalfi, when it dominated the seas by trade and power. Later, in the early 20th century, the town and the region became known as a place where wealthy travelers would spend their vacations.
Which city is cheaper, Amalfi or Almeria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Almeria is €79, while the average daily cost in Amalfi 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Almeria and Amalfi in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €70 for a double occupancy room in Almeria.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Amalfi is €158. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
Almeria food costs typically run travelers around €32 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
On average, meal and food prices in Amalfi cost around €50 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €20.
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Food
Meals for one day
Almeria €32
Amalfi €50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Almeria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Almeria.
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Spanish Paella Private Online Cooking Class:
$27
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Private Authentic Spanish Cooking Class with Juan in Almeria:
$62
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Private Market Tour and Paella Cooking Lesson in Almeria with Juan:
$74
Typical Food prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amalfi:
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Dinner
€35
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Snacks
€4.00
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Bread
€1.00
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Dinner
€41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amalfi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amalfi.
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Lunch or dinner with an Italian family with cooking demo and wines - Amalfi:
$106
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Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Amalfi:
$180
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Amalfi Coast Cooking Class in Organic Farm:
$193
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Market visit and cooking class with lunch or dinner at a local's home in Amalfi:
$235
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Cooking Class Plus Wine Tasting Experience:
$597
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €16 per day to get around in Almeria.
The average price of local transportation around Amalfi is €53 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Almeria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Almeria:
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Almería Airport: Private Transfer To/From Almería:
$36
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Almeria Airport Transfer to Mojacar:
$159
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Almería Private Transfer from Almería Airport to City centre or Cabo de Gata:
$75
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Almería Private Transfer from the city centre or Cabo de Gata to Almería Airport:
$75
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Private Transfer from Almería to Malaga (AGP) Airport:
$421
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Private Transfer: Almería Airport (LEI) to Almeria:
$622
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Private Transfer: Almería to Almeria Airport (LEI):
$622
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Transfers desde Aeropuerto de Almería (LEI) a Vera Playa - 4 pasajeros:
$124
Typical Local Transportation prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amalfi:
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Bus
€4.00
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Train to Naples
€14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amalfi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amalfi:
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Amalfi - Fiumucino Rome Airport (FCO) / Private Departure Car Transfer:
$330
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Amalfi - Fiumucino Rome Airport (FCO) / Private Departure Van Transfer:
$187
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Amalfi - Napoli Airport (NAP) / Private Departure Car Transfer:
$112
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Amalfi - Napoli Airport (NAP) / Private Departure Van Transfer:
$61
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Amalfi – Rome / Private Car Transfer:
$330
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Amalfi – Rome / Private Van Transfer:
$187
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Naples International Airport Private Transfer:
$141
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumicino FCO Airport or viceversa:
$610
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Door-To-Door Private Transfer Amalfi to Rome or viceversa:
$610
Is it cheaper to fly into Almeria or Amalfi?
Prices for flights to both Amalfi and Almeria 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.
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €13 per person, per day in Almeria. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Amalfi's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €21 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Almeria
Here are a few actual costs in Almeria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Alcazaba Guided Tour:
$17
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Almeria Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$34
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Almeria like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$43
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Alhambra Private Tour from with transport and skip-the-line-tickets:
$386
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Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Nerja from Almeria:
$430
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Private Tour in Granada with Alhambra Palace Entry Ticket:
$600
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Almeria Desert Tour:
$915
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Private 8-Day Almeria Tour with Lanjaron and Baeza:
$919
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8 Days Almería Adventure Self Drive Tour:
$1,107
Tours and Activities in Amalfi
Here are a few actual costs in Amalfi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Running tour:
$40
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Amalfi lemon tour:
$44
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Private Valley of the Mills Nature Reserve Tour:
$50
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Amalfi Lemon Tour Experience:
$59
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Swim and Explore Half-Day Tour:
$62
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Pompeii and Villa Dei Misteri Ruin Tour from Amalfi Coast Towns:
$66
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Amalfi Coast Kayak Tour along Arches, Beaches and Sea Caves:
$73
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Amalfi Drive: Private Tour of Amalfi Coast:
$84
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Day Cruise to Capri from the Amalfi Coast:
$91
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Amalfi Coast Boat and Snorkeling Tour in Small Group | Half-day:
$98
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Half-Day Private Bike Tour of Agerola from Amalfi:
$105
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Guided Private Bike Tour through Chiunzi Pass from Amalfi:
$105
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Almeria may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €3.43 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Amalfi may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €16 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typical Alcohol prices in Amalfi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Amalfi from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Amalfi
Also in Amalfi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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From Amalfi Coast: Pompeii, Vesuvius and Wine Tour:
$157
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Mount Vesuvius & Wine Tasting with Lunch Private Tour:
$287
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Mount Vesuvius & Wine Tasting with Lunch Private Tour from Amalfi Coast:
$287
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Pompei Archeological site and Wine tasting Experience:
$303
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Wine Tour Experience for Family or friend's group:
$311
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6-Hour Private Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour:
$653
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Almeria and Amalfi, we can see that Amalfi is more expensive. And not only is Almeria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Almeria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Almeria 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 Amalfi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amalfi than you might in Almeria.
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