Which place is cheaper, Naples or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Naples?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Moscow and Naples. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Moscow or Naples?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Naples $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Naples is $138. 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 Moscow and Naples in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Naples $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Naples $140
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Naples
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Naples? 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: Naples Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Naples $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Batusangkar to Padang Airport (PDG): $134
- Private Transfer from Bukit Baru to Palembang Airport (PLM): $93
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Kampung Bandar to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Kelurahan Sail to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $68
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Labuh Baru Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Limbungan Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Nagari Sikucur to Padang Airport (PDG): $134
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to 8 ILIR: $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Duku: $93
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Naples
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Naples:
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Subway Ticket$1.29
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Alibus From Airport$3.21
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Short Taxi Ride$7.86
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Train to Pompeii$3.43
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Taxi$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naples
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naples:
- transfer from napoli to positano or back: $107
- transfer by luxury car from the airport, station, etc., to the city of Naples: $98
- private transfer from Naples to Sorrento: $251
- private transfer from Naples to Peastum or Peastum to Naples: $109
- private transfer from NAPLES to MATERA: $273
- private transfer Naples to Sorrento: $121
- Vesuvius easy Transfer: $25
- Vesuvio Tour_Transfer+Entrance ticket: $40
- Venice Airport : One Way Transfer to Canazei: $567
- Van Transfer from Naples Apt to Sorrento/Amalfi/Positano: $321
- Trekking The Path of the Gods and Round Trip Transfer: $273
- Transfers from the Beverello pier (Naples) to Fiumicino Aereoprto: $276
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Naples?
Prices for flights to both Naples and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Naples $43
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Typical Food Prices in Naples
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Naples:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$30
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)$52
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Napoli Pizza$7.76
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Dinner$27
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Naples $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
Typical Entertainment Prices in Naples
Here are a few typical costs in Naples for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Museo Archeologico Nazionale Entrance$9.64
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Castelnuovo Museum Entrance$5.36
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Entrance to Pompeii$12
Tours and Activities in Naples
Here are a few actual costs in Naples for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Naples : Discovery Capri with Chairlift Experience : $158
- Guided Tour to Ruins of Pompeii and Vesuvius From Naples: $141
- Herculaneum Private Walking Tour: $164
- Naples City Walking Tour Exploring Naples with a native guide : $87
- Napoli Sight Eating Walk: Food and Sight Tour: $45
- Pompeii private tour: $109
- Positano & Sorrento Private Day Tour: $273
- Private Tour a Pompeii e Sorrento from Napoli: $218
- Royal Palace of Caserta Private Tour for cruise ship : $164
- Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide: $60
- (Ercolano) Herculaneum , Half Day Private Tour: $136
- 2 Hours Naples Metro Tour with 24 Hour Metro Ticket included: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Naples $23
Typical Alcohol Prices in Naples
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Naples:
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Beer$4.39
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Beer$4.29
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Naples, we can see that Naples is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Naples would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naples than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Naples?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Naples. When comparing the sizes of Moscow 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 Moscow or Naples?
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 Moscow or Naples in the Summer?
Both Naples and Moscow during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Naples for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Moscow is generally cooler than Naples. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 19°C (67°F), and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in July than Naples. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Naples 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Naples in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Naples. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Naples because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Moscow is much colder than Naples in the autumn. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Naples fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Naples receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Moscow usually receives less rain than Naples. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Naples receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Naples 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Naples in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Naples. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Naples this time of year.
The weather in Moscow can be very cold. In the winter, Moscow is much colder than Naples. Typically, the winter temperatures in Moscow in January average around -8°C (17°F), and Naples averages at about 8°C (47°F).
It's quite rainy in Naples. Moscow usually gets less rain in January than Naples. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Naples receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Naples 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Naples in the Spring?
Both Naples and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Naples for the activities around the city.
In April, Moscow is generally much colder than Naples. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 7°C (45°F), and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In April, Moscow usually receives less rain than Naples. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Naples receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Naples 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Naples and Moscow
| Moscow | Naples | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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