Which place is cheaper, Pompeii or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Minsk or Pompeii?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Pompeii, 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: Minsk or Pompeii?
Minsk
Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.
Pompeii
Pompeii was once a 160-acre Roman port city, called home by more than 20,000 residents. In 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted and after burying the entire city 16 feet deep in ash, the debris destroyed everything in its path, killing thousands of people and affecting more than 200 square miles around the area.
However, the phenomenon is that the ash preserved everything as it was in that time and to this day, you can visit and observe life as it was nearly two thousand years ago, as figures of people running from the explosion have been burned permanently into history.
The best time to visit Pompeii is during spring, after the rains of March and before the scorching heat of June and July. On the downside, this is the beginning of the busy season for tourists, so while you'll enjoy pleasant weather, you won't be likely to avoid crowds. Conversely, November starts the low-season for travel, so you can easily skip the crowds, though you may have to compromise on weather, as the rains return this time of year. Rain and crowds won't be an issue if you visit during winter, but be warned, temperatures drop down to the 50's during the day, accompanied by winds.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, and The Best Walking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMinsk $64Pompeii $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Pompeii is $161. 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 Minsk and Pompeii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMinsk $32Pompeii $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMinsk $64Pompeii $150
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Pompeii
Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Pompeii? 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: Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Minsk $12Pompeii $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $66
- Small Group Pompeii Wine Tasting with Lunch & Transfer Included : $97
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $97
- Private transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $121
- Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch on Vesuvius with Transfer from Pompeii: $132
- Transfers Ravello - Naples: $207
- Transfer Private from Ravello to Naples: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Pompeii?
Prices for flights to both Pompeii and Minsk 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 dayMinsk $21Pompeii $38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Neapolitan Dinner in Pompei - Villa Franca - Family Restourant: $38
- Cooking Class with Italian Mamma in Pompeii: $65
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Pompei: $93
- Pompei tour with a 2000 years roman dinner: $112
- Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Pompei: $142
- Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Pompei: $158
- Private Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner in Pompei: $158
- Private market tour and cooking class with lunch or dinner in Pompei: $206
- guided tour of the ruins and cooking class fresh pasta : $272
- Cooking class: Pasta Experience in Pompei, Italy: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Minsk $20Pompeii $82
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of A Self-Guided Tour: $20
- Pompeii Express 1 hour Guided Tour: $21
- Pompeii Ticket with Optional Guided Tour: $31
- PompeiI VIP: Guided Tour with your Archaeologist in a Small Group : $32
- Entrance ticket to the Valle dell'Orso Water Park: $33
- Pompeii for kids or adults skip the line small group walking tour 2 hours: $33
- Pompeii Skip the Line ticket + Audioguide: $35
- Pompeii Archeological Site Fast Track Entry Ticket : $36
- Pompeii tour with archaeologist: $38
- Pompeii Tour with experienced guide: $38
- guided tour of the archaeological excavations of Pompeii: $38
- Semi-Private Tour of Pompeii Ruins: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMinsk $14Pompeii $7.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Pompeii
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Pompeii:
- Wine Tasting Tour on the Slopes of Vesuvius: $46
- Wine Tasting on Mt. Vesuvius: $55
- Seafood Lunch with Wine Tasting & Tour on a golf cart: $87
- Guided Tour of Pompeii Ruins with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $98
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting in Pompeii with a Local: $124
- Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Wine Tasting: $191
- Pompeii, Herculaneum and scenic drive of the Mt. Vesuvius with wine tasting: $207
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Pompeii, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Minsk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Minsk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Minsk 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 Pompeii would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pompeii than you might in Minsk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Minsk Expensive? and Is Pompeii Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Minsk or Pompeii?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Minsk or Pompeii in the Summer?
Both Pompeii and Minsk during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Pompeii because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Minsk is cooler than Pompeii. Typically, the summer temperatures in Minsk in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Pompeii averages at about 23°C (74°F).
In Pompeii, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Minsk. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Pompeii. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Pompeii. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMinsk 19°C (66°F)Pompeii 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Pompeii in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Pompeii.
In October, Minsk is generally much colder than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (47°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Pompeii during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Pompeii receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Minsk usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMinsk 8°C (47°F)Pompeii 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Pompeii in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Pompeii. Additionally, many travelers come to Pompeii for the museums.
It's quite cold in Minsk in the winter. Minsk is much colder than Pompeii in the winter. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Pompeii fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Pompeii. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 115 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. Minsk usually gets less rain in January than Pompeii. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMinsk -5°C (22°F)Pompeii 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Pompeii in the Spring?
Both Pompeii and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Minsk is much colder than Pompeii. Typically, the spring temperatures in Minsk in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Pompeii averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pompeii during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Minsk usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMinsk 8°C (46°F)Pompeii 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pompeii and Minsk
| Minsk | Pompeii | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.