Should you visit Amalfi or Zadar?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Amalfi and Zadar can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
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.
Zadar
You'll find Zadar in northern Dalmatia, Croatia. It is located on the Adriatic Sea and is the center of Zadar County. It is both the historic center for the region and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Zadar. There are a handful of sights around town, most of which can be explored on foot.
The climate for the city is a mix between humid subtropical and a Mediterranean climate. The winters are usually mild and wet, and the summers are humid and warm. The hottest months are July and August when temperatures can exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Average yearly rainfall usually exceeds 917 mm. Fall months often remain warm and temperatures are often around 30 degrees Celsius as well. In general, the temperatures rarely drop below freezing, even during the coldest month of January. The rainiest months are October and November, although winter is considered the wet season. July is usually the driest month. Water temperatures are around 25 degrees Celsius in July and August and it may be possible to swim any time between May and October.
Which city is cheaper, Zadar or Amalfi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Amalfi is €161, while the average daily cost in Zadar is €59. 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 Amalfi and Zadar in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Amalfi is €158. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €38. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Zadar the cost is €76 on average.
Food
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.
On average, meal and food prices in Zadar cost around €17 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 €6.80.
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Food
Meals for one day
Amalfi €50
Zadar €17
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zadar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zadar.
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Traditional Dalmatian dinner:
$61
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Zadar Market Tour and Cooking Class:
$75
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Zadar - Private Market Tour & Cooking Class:
$167
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From Taste Dalmatian Peka - Countryside Cooking Class:
$253
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Dalmatian dinner in rented holiday home:
$773
Local Transportation
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.
The average price of local transportation around Zadar is €4.79 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.
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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Private Transfer: From Amalfi to Naples:
$22
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Private Transfer: From Amalfi to Sorrento with hotel pick-up and drop-off:
$57
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Amalfi - Napoli Airport (NAP) / Private Departure Van Transfer:
$61
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Private Transfer from Amalfi to Naples:
$75
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Private Transfers Amalfi Coast or viceversa:
$75
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From Private transfer to Naples train station airport or city center:
$81
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Private Transfer from Amalfi to Sorrento: Door-to-Door, English-speaking driver:
$83
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Private Transfer: From Amalfi (hotel) to Naples (hotel-airport-train station):
$83
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Private Transfer from Amalfi to Naples: Door-to-Door, English-speaking driver:
$105
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Private transfer Amalfi to Naples:
$108
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Private transfer from Amalfi to Naples:
$112
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Amalfi - Napoli Airport (NAP) / Private Departure Car Transfer:
$112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zadar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zadar:
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Dubrovnik Full Day Private Tour & FREE transfer from or to the airport included:
$664
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Krka National Park Private Tour from Zadar with Transfer to Dubrovnik:
$398
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Krka National Park Private Tour from Zadar with transfer to Split:
$218
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Krka Waterfalls National Park - Day Tour Transfer:
$37
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National Park Krka Private Return Day Transfer by Minivan:
$284
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Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day Tour Transfer:
$37
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Plitvice Lakes Private Group & FREE transfer from or to the airport included:
$464
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Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour from Zadar with Transfer to Zagreb:
$468
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Private Arrival Transfer to Novalja from Zadar Airport:
$174
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Private Departure Airport Transfer From Zadar City to Zadar Airport:
$23
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Private Tour from Zadar to Mostar and Medjugorje with transfer to Dubrovnik:
$420
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Private Transfer Zadar to Split with Krka National Park:
$224
Entertainment
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.
Zadar's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €2.14 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 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
Tours and Activities in Zadar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zadar are as follows:
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Zadar Walking Tour:
$18
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Zadar City Tour 90min Walk:
$20
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Rome vs. Venice - Zadar City Tour:
$20
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Walking tour of Zadar city:
$23
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Zadar City Tour 120min Walk:
$27
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Croatian Homeland War Walking Tour:
$30
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Zadar Walking Tour:
$32
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Guided Communist City Tour of Zadar:
$32
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Zadar Walking Tour with Virtual Reality Experience:
$34
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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour from Zadar - simple, comfortable and safe:
$37
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Plitvice lakes excursion , no guide ,no group , entrance ticket not included, simple and cheap:
$37
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Day Tour from Zadar - simple, comfortable and safe:
$37
Alcohol
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.
The average person spends about €3.65 on alcoholic beverages in Zadar per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Zadar
Also in Zadar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amalfi and Zadar, we can see that Amalfi is more expensive. And not only is Zadar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zadar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zadar 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 Zadar.
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