A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Gijon vs. Naples for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Gijon or Naples?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gijon or Naples, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Gijon or Naples?

Gijon

Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.

Naples

Naples is the most populous city in southern Italy. The city sits against the Bay of Naples, and is in close proximity to Mount Vesuvius, which is most famous for its eruption in 79 AD which destroyed the communities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Naples has a wonderfully sunny, Mediterranean climate, some great beaches, and beautiful architecture. The historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and because city officials have established strict building codes there is almost no condo style development along the coast. This helps Naples to maintain its authentic and historic atmosphere.

Many people love Naples for its history and authenticity, while others complain that it is noisy, crowded, and dirty. You can visibly see that the poverty in Southern Italy is higher than in the northern part of the country. Traffic is also chaotic, but what some travelers consider flaws, others see as benefits. Nobody can deny that Naples is truly an authentic Italian city. It has some of the country's best food and wine, the weather is ideal, and the prices are far cheaper than the northern regions. It has a large number of attractions in the form of museums and galleries, and there are some of the world's best ruins in nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Naples or Gijon?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Gijon is €119, while the average daily cost in Naples 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 Gijon and Naples in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Gijon 80
    Naples 66
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Gijon 160
    Naples 132
Compare Hotels in Gijon and Naples

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Hotels in Gijon


Hotels in Naples


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Gijon 9.69
    Naples 21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:

  • Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Naples

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Naples:


  • Subway Ticket
    1.20
  • Alibus From Airport
    3.00
  • Short Taxi Ride
    7.34
  • Train to Pompeii
    3.20
  • Taxi
    15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naples

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naples:

  • Naples Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Naples Maritime Station: $5.35
  • Naples Porta Nolana: Train Transfer from/to Pompei: $16
  • From Train Transfer to/from Sorrento: $16
  • Naples Porta Nolana: Train Transfer from/to Ercolano Scavi: $16
  • From Transfer to Mount Vesuvius by Bus: $21
  • Vesuvius easy Transfer: $25
  • Naples Departure Transfer: Central Naples to Cruise Port: $26
  • Naples Cruise Port to Central Naples Arrival Transfer: $26
  • Private transfer car from Naples train station to the center: $26
  • Naples Airport (NAP) to Naples hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
  • From Bus Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport: $27
  • Naples Airport Private Departure Transfer: $29

Is it cheaper to fly into Gijon or Naples?

Prices for flights to both Naples and Gijon 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Gijon 31
    Naples 40
Typical Food Prices in Gijon

Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:


  • Lunch for 2
    22

Typical Food Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Naples:


  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    28
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    49
  • Napoli Pizza
    7.24
  • Dinner
    25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Naples.

  • Napoli: Traditional Tiramisu Cooking Class with Limoncello: $36
  • Small Group Naples Pizza Making Class with Drink Included: $46
  • Street Food Tour of Naples with Top-Rated Local Guide & Fun Facts: $46
  • Naples Street Food Tour With Local Expert: $46
  • Authentic Italian Pizza-Making Workshop with Drinks: $46
  • Authentic Pizza Class with Drinks Included in the Center of Naples: $47
  • Authentic Italian Pizza Making Class with local pizzaiolo: $53
  • Food Tour with Davide: $53
  • Virtual Cooking Class: become a Pizza PRO!: $55
  • Food Tour of Naples with Davide: $55
  • Napoli Street Food Tour in Pignasecca: $58
  • Make Neapolitan Pizza With A View Of Naples Like No Other: $59

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Gijon 12
    Naples 30

Tours and Activities in Gijon

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:

  • Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
  • Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
  • Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
  • Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
  • Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
  • Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
  • Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297

Typical Entertainment Prices in Naples

Here are a few typical costs in Naples for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Museo Archeologico Nazionale Entrance
    9.00
  • Castelnuovo Museum Entrance
    5.00
  • Entrance to Pompeii
    11

Tours and Activities in Naples

Here are a few actual costs in Naples for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Monuments and Historic District Self-Guided Tour: $4.27
  • Pompeii Self Guided Audio Tour: $4.27
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $5.35
  • Napoli: Entrance Tickets to Sant'Anna dei Lombardi Complex: $6.42
  • Naples from Ancient Greece to today: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • City Highlights Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $6.99
  • Naples Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • San Lorenzo Maggiore and Neapolis Sotterrata Ticket: $9.62
  • Città della Scienza Interactive Museum Entry Ticket: $11
  • National Archaeological Museum Self-Guided 3D Tour: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Castel Sant'Elmo Ticket and Pemcards: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Gijon 14
    Naples 21

Typical Alcohol Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Naples:


  • Beer
    4.10
  • Beer
    4.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Naples

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Naples:

  • Guided Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $16
  • Mount Vesuvius: Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $51
  • Regional food and wine tasting: $53
  • Guided, FUN Wine Tasting in Napoli: $63
  • Guided, FUN Wine Tasting in Naples City Center: $64
  • Full-Day Bike Guided Tour in Napoli with Wine Tasting: $64
  • Vesuvius Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch Included: $75
  • Mount Vesuvius 4-Hour Volcano Tour with Wine Tasting: $79
  • Naples Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $86
  • Naples Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $90
  • Vesuvius Half-Day Trip with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $95
  • From Wine Tasting Tour on Vesuvius Slopes with Lunch: $97


When comparing the travel costs between Gijon and Naples, we can see that Naples is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gijon Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Gijon or Naples?

Naples has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Gijon and Naples, 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 Gijon or Naples?

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 Gijon or Naples in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Gijon and Naples. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Naples this time of year.

Gijon is cooler than Naples in the summer. The daily temperature in Gijon averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Naples this time of the year. In Gijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Naples during summer. Gijon gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Gijon usually receives more rain than Naples. Gijon gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Gijon 19°C (65°F) 
    Naples 23°C (74°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Naples in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Gijon as well as Naples. Also, many travelers come to Naples for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Gijon is around the same temperature as Naples. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Gijon in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Naples averages at about 17°C (63°F).

In the autumn, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Naples. Gijon gets 138 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Naples. Gijon usually gets less rain in October than Naples. Gijon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Naples receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Gijon 16°C (60°F) 
    Naples 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Naples in the Winter?

Both Naples and Gijon are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Naples in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Gijon is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Gijon average around 10°C (49°F), and Naples fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Naples during winter. Gijon gets 95 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Naples. It's quite rainy in Gijon. In January, Gijon usually receives less rain than Naples. Gijon gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Naples receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Gijon 10°C (49°F) 
    Naples 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Naples in the Spring?

Both Naples and Gijon during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Naples for the activities around the city during these months.

Gijon is cooler than Naples in the spring. The daily temperature in Gijon averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the spring, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Naples. Gijon gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun.

Gijon usually gets more rain in April than Naples. Gijon gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Naples receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Gijon 11°C (53°F) 
    Naples 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Naples and Gijon

Gijon Naples
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 8°C (47°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 89 mm (3.5 in) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 11°C (51°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Apr 11°C (53°F) 92 mm (3.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
May 14°C (56°F) 77 mm (3 in) 17°C (63°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 21°C (69°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Jul 19°C (65°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 23°C (74°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 24°C (74°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sep 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 21°C (70°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Oct 16°C (60°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Nov 12°C (54°F) 125 mm (4.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Dec 10°C (51°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 9°C (49°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)