Which place is cheaper, Pisa or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Pisa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Pisa can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Pisa?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Pisa
Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Pisa $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Pisa is $128. 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 Bodrum and Pisa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Pisa $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Pisa $128
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Pisa
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Pisa? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Pisa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Pisa $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Seferihisar: $218
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $202
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $174
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $174
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Kusadasi: $131
- Bodrum Akyarlar Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $125
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Soke (Söke): $125
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $114
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Marmaris Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yalikavak Hotels: $104
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Turgutreis Hotels: $101
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa
Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Florence: Round-trip Transfer to Pisa & Cinque Terre: $1,230
- Florence: Private Transfer from Pisa Airport (PSA): $396
- Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence City centre: $291
- Transfer from Pisa to Siena with stop in San Gimignano for lunch: $273
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Fiesole: $264
- Private Sightseeing Transfer from Pisa to Florence: $245
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Firenze: $240
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Volterra: $229
- Private Transfer From Pisa To Florence, English Speaking Driver: $209
- Departure Private Transfer from Pisa to La Spezia by car or van: $203
- Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence Hotels: $202
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lucca: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Pisa?
Prices for flights to both Pisa and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $24Pisa $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $44
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $104
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $125
- Bodrum Market Visit and Cooking Class: $128
- Bodrum Vineyard Tour with Dinner and Wine Pairing: $128
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $131
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $174
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $221
- Shore Excursions - Istanbul by Night: Turkish Food Tour: $252
- Private Vineyard Tour with Dinner Under the Stars in Karnas: $291
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $320
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $368
Typical Food Prices in Pisa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:
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Dinner$80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa
For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chianni: wine and oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $39
- Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $75
- Private Home-Made Pasta Cooking Class in Pisa.: $93
- Dining experience at a local's home in Pontedera with cooking demo: $93
- Pisa Food Tour: $95
- Pisa Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $101
- Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $155
- Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Pisa: $158
- Authentic Italian Food Tour in Pisa: $521
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Pisa $21
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- 2 Hours Private Sightseeing and Walking Tour in Bodrum: $106
- A Breathtaking Pamukkale Day Tour from Bodrum: $278
- All Inclusive Private BODRUM to Ephesus, Mary's House, Lunch Tour: $299
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Virgin Mary's House from Bodrum: $104
- Blue cruise around Bodrum bays: $28
- Boat tour: Bodrum Private Boat Tour for Cruise Customers: $801
- Bodrum ↔ Gulf of Gökova | Cabin Charter Cruise: $941
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Buggy Safari Tours: $57
- Bodrum City Sightseeing Walk: $150
- Bodrum City Tour: 5-Hour Private Excursion with Lunch: $267
- Bodrum City Walking Morning Sightseeing Tour: $213
Tours and Activities in Pisa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.
- Skip-the-Line Best of Pisa and Leaning Tower Guided Tour for Kids and Families: $273
- 2-Day Tour: Pisa, Cinque Terre & Tuscany: $320
- 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Pisa Off The Beaten Path: $27
- Adventure in Pisa + Tower Admission: $182
- Best of Pisa Guided Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Entry Ticket: $53
- Best of Small group tour with admission tickets: $57
- Bocelli Chianti Hills E-Bike Guided Tour + Wine Food Tasting: $157
- Carrara Marble Quarries Tour by Land Rover: $82
- Carrara Marble Quarry Tour with Food Tasting: $97
- Carrara: Exclusive Marble Cave Tour Adventure in a 4x4: $82
- Cinque Terre tour in Small Group from Pisa: $184
- Discovering Pisa in Christmas Time – Walking Tour: $443
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Pisa -
Sample the Local Flavors in Pisa
Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cathedral Guided Tour & Wine Tasting & Optional Tower: $48
- Pisa guided tour and Wine tasting with Leaning Tower ticket (option): $50
- Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Local Food Pairing: $75
- From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $90
- Chianti Half-day Wine Tour in the Tuscan's Hills from Pisa: $97
- Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $99
- Tuscan Wine Tour in Pisa by shuttle: $163
- Pisa & Lucca with wine Tasting and Lunch from Livorno: $663
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Pisa, we can see that Pisa is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Pisa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Pisa?
Pisa has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Pisa, 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 Bodrum or Pisa?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Bodrum or Pisa in the Summer?
Both Pisa and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Pisa in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Pisa in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Pisa fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Pisa. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Pisa 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Pisa in the Autumn?
Both Pisa and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Pisa for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Bodrum is a little warmer than Pisa. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Pisa averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Pisa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Pisa. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Pisa 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Pisa in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Pisa. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Pisa because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Bodrum is generally a little warmer than Pisa. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Pisa. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Pisa 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Pisa in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Pisa. Additionally, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Pisa in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Pisa fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite rainy in Pisa. Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Pisa. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Pisa 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pisa and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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