Which place is cheaper, Verona or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Verona?
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 Verona 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 Verona?
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.
Verona
Verona, Italy is probably most famous as the setting for Shakespeare's famous play, Romeo and Juliet. It's in northeast Italy in the Veneto region, close to Venice. It's easy to make the trip by train from either Venice or Milan. Verona has many Roman ruins throughout town, most notably, the Arena. The Arena is a large amphitheater that dates back to the first century AD. You also can't visit Verona without stopping by Juliet's House on Via Cappello, just off the Piazza delle Erbe. The balcony is the supposed balcony that inspired the most famous love scene in the play. You can expect to find tourists gathered around with camera, perhaps detracting a little from what might have once been a romantic setting. Other sights in town worth visiting are the Castle Scaligeri, Castelvecchio, Lamberti Tower, Juliet's Tomb, and the small chapel San Giorgetta. If you have the time while you're in town, consider hoping on Bus 41 and heading out to S. Maria di Lourdes Sanctuary. From the edge of Verona's highest hill you can have a stunning view of the surrounding area. It's well worth the trip.
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 Italy, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Verona $180
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Verona is $180. 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 Verona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Verona $115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Verona $230
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Verona
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Verona? 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 Verona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Verona $7.37
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Verona
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Verona:
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Bus From Airport$6.43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Verona
Also for Verona, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Way Private Transfer to/from Marco Polo Airport: $661
- private transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $620
- Verona Airport:1-Way Private Transfer to Venice+water taxi: $535
- Verona Airport (VRN): One Way Transfer to Venice+WaterTaxi: $503
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Venice Airport: $500
- Verona Airport(VRN): 1-Way Transfer to Venice, Piazzale Roma: $364
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Malpensa airport (MPX) (or vice versa): $291
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Selva Val Gardena (or vice versa): $284
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Florence (or vice versa): $272
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Ortisei (or vice versa): $262
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Madonna di Campiglio (or vice versa): $218
- Private Luxury Transfer from Verona to Bolzano (or vice versa): $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Verona?
Prices for flights to both Verona 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 $24Verona $58
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 Verona
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Verona:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$39
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$25
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Cappucino$1.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Verona
For Verona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting: $63
- Tortellini Cooking Class and Lunch with Mamma Ivana: $64
- Eat Drink and Love wine and food tour: $82
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Castelnuovo del Garda with Show Cooking: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fumane with Show Cooking: $93
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Soave: $93
- Verona Food Tour with Guide: $95
- Food Tour with Amarone Wine Tasting: $95
- Wine and Food Tour with Dinner and Tastings: $96
- Small-group Street food tour in Soave: $97
- Verona Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $101
- Valpolicella: Traditional cooking class with local products: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Verona $13
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Verona
For Verona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Juliet's House Entry$4.29
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Verona Card$11
Tours and Activities in Verona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Verona.
- Amarone wine experience in Verona countryside: $37
- "Let yourself be guided .. Let yourself be pampered" Private Tour: $218
- 3 Hour Shared Walking and Aperitivo Tour of Verona: $70
- 3 Hour Walking tour of Verona and Arena: $142
- 3 Hour Watercolor Private Experience in Verona: $65
- 4-Hour Guided E-bike Tour of the Two Wineries in Bardolino: $119
- A day in the life of Verona - Private tour with a local: $224
- A private tasting tour of Verona, between food and wine: $280
- Adventure in e-Bike among medieval villages and castles: $125
- Amarone 2005 Wine Experience: $33
- Amarone Della Valpolicella Wine Experience - Meet the Vogadori Family: $38
- Amarone Wine Experience at Montresor winery: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Verona $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Verona
Also in Verona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting in Bardolino: $26
- Valpolicella Wine Tour and Tasting in Medieval Court: $33
- Amarone Wine Tour: $35
- Montresor Winery Visit with Wine Tasting and Snacks: $37
- Valdadige: Roeno Guided Tour and Wine tasting: $37
- Verona area: Wine Tasting Experience in Valpolicella: $38
- Food and Wine Tasting in Valpolicella: $38
- Unique Wine tasting in Verona, with Amarone docg: $41
- Lazise: Historical Center Wine Tasting Tour: $43
- Lake Garda: Wine Tour & Tasting Experience in Bardolino area: $44
- Wine Tasting near Juliet's Balcony in Verona: $45
- Wine Tasting in Underground Cellar in Verona City Center : $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Verona, we can see that Verona 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 Verona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Verona 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 Verona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Verona?
Verona has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Verona, 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 Verona?
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 Verona in the Summer?
Both Verona and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Verona in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Verona in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Verona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Verona. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Verona receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Verona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Verona in the Autumn?
Both Verona and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Verona for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Bodrum is a little warmer than Verona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Verona averages at about 14°C (57°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Verona. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Verona receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Verona 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Verona in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Verona. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Verona because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Verona can be very cold. In January, Bodrum is generally much warmer than Verona. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Verona fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Verona. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Verona receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Verona 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Verona in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Verona. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Verona this time of year.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Verona in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Verona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Verona. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Verona receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Verona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Verona and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.