Which place is cheaper, Pontevedra or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Pontevedra 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.
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.
An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Pontevedra is $129. 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 Pontevedra in more detail.
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Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Pontevedra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Pontevedra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
For Pontevedra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Pontevedra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Pontevedra, we can see that Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra Expensive?.
Pontevedra has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Pontevedra, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Pontevedra.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Pontevedra in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Pontevedra fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Pontevedra. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Pontevedra.
In the autumn, Bodrum is a little warmer than Pontevedra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Pontevedra averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It's quite rainy in Pontevedra. Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Pontevedra. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Pontevedra and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Bodrum is generally around the same temperature as Pontevedra. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Pontevedra fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. It's quite rainy in Bodrum. In January, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Pontevedra. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Pontevedra and Bodrum during the spring are popular places to visit.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Pontevedra in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Pontevedra fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Pontevedra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Pontevedra. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pontevedra receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bodrum | Pontevedra | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |