Which place is cheaper, Amalfi or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Amalfi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Amalfi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Amalfi?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Amalfi
The town of Amalfi is at the heart of the Amalfi Coast, a region of Italy known for dramatic coastline, ritzy hotels, delicious food, and warm weather. Amalfi was the capital of a small republic in the middle ages known as the Duchy of Amalfi, when it dominated the seas by trade and power. Later, in the early 20th century, the town and the region became known as a place where wealthy travelers would spend their vacations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Amalfi $215
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Amalfi is $215. 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 Pamukkale and Amalfi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Amalfi $105
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Amalfi $210
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Amalfi
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Amalfi? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Amalfi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Amalfi $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amalfi:
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Bus$4.29
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Train to Naples$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amalfi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amalfi:
- From Amalfi Coast: Transfer to Naples with Pompeii Tour: $388
- Private transfer from Salerno to Positano or vice versa: $292
- Private Transfer from Amalfi to Naples Airport ,Naples station: $251
- Mount Vesuvio Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch with Transfer from Amalfi Coast: $240
- Departure Private Transfer Amalfi to Fiumucino Rome Airport (FCO): $224
- Private transfer from Salerno to Amalfi: $219
- Transfer from Amalfi Caost everywhere to Naples area: $216
- Transfer Amalfi - Naples: $207
- Private Transfer - Amalfi to Naples with 2h of Sightseeing: Vesuvius or Pompeii: $197
- Transfer from Amalfi Coast to Sorrento or back: $186
- Transfer from and to Naples (city, train station, airport) From Amalfi Coast: $186
- Amalfi to Naples airport/station Private departure transfer: $176
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Amalfi?
Prices for flights to both Amalfi and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Amalfi $67
Typical Food Prices in Amalfi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amalfi:
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Dinner$38
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Snacks$4.29
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Bread$1.07
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Dinner$44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amalfi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amalfi.
- OnLine Genuine Cooking Class: $74
- Amalfi Coast: Mozzarella, Pasta, and Tiramisu Cooking Class: $80
- Cooking Class on the Amalfi Coast with Tasting Included: $87
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Salerno with Show Cooking: $93
- Small-group Street food tour in Cava de' Tirreni: $97
- Pizza Napoletana Cooking Class and Dinner in Scafati: $104
- Italian cooking class and lunch near the Pompeii excavations: $114
- Amalfi Coast Home Cooking Class with Meal & Drinks Included: $134
- Genuine Home Cooking Class + Olive Oil Tasting: $139
- Cooking Class and Farmhouse Visit With Meal: $148
- Hands-on Cooking Class & Farmhouse visit in the Amalfi Coast: $152
- Private cooking class with lunch or dinner in Vietri sul Mare: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Amalfi $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
- Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
- From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
- Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $67
- Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $81
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Amalfi
Here are a few actual costs in Amalfi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Tour to Amalfi and Atrani, Among the Labyrinths In Fuga dai Pirati: $64
- 4 Hour Cruise Tour of the Amalfi Coast with Aperitif: $49
- 4-hour boat tour of the Amalfi Coast: $148
- Amalfi & Atrani: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $158
- Amalfi Coast - Maiori: Path of Lemons, Tour with Tasting: $55
- Amalfi Coast Boat Tour small group with Aperitif: $272
- Amalfi Coast Boat tour Small Group: $169
- Amalfi Coast Kayak & Snorkeling Tour to the Pandora's Cave : $75
- Amalfi Coast Kayak Tour along Arches, Beaches and Sea Caves: $75
- Amalfi Coast Path of the Lemon private walking tour: $127
- Amalfi Coast Sunset Boat Tour in Small Group: $97
- Amalfi Coast Swim Experience with Lifeguard: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Amalfi $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Amalfi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Amalfi from other travelers:
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Wine$6.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Amalfi
Also in Amalfi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Cantina Basileo: $66
- Wine tasting at the Apicella winery: $71
- Wine Tasting and excursion to the Mt. Vesuvius from Pompeii: $93
- Positano: Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with a Sommelier: $101
- Half-Day Irpinia Wine Tour from SALERNO: $142
- Wine Tasting at Basileo Cellar with Lunch: $169
- Wine Tour (lunch included): $197
- Exploring a Cilento village by e-bike with wine tasting: $211
- Mount Vesuvius & Wine Tasting with Lunch Private Tour: $252
- Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Wine Tasting Private Tour from Amalfi: $273
- From Positano: Pompeii, Vesuvius, & Wine Tasting with Lunch: $275
- Amalfi Coast: Pompeii, Vesuvius, & Wine Tasting with Lunch: $285
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Amalfi, we can see that Amalfi is more expensive. And not only is Pamukkale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pamukkale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pamukkale 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 Amalfi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amalfi than you might in Pamukkale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Amalfi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Amalfi?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 84% larger than the population of Amalfi. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Amalfi, 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 Pamukkale or Amalfi?
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 Pamukkale or Amalfi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Amalfi. Also, many visitors come to Amalfi in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Amalfi. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Amalfi fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amalfi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amalfi receives 313 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Amalfi 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Amalfi in the Autumn?
Both Amalfi and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Amalfi for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Amalfi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Amalfi fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Amalfi during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Amalfi receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Amalfi. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Amalfi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Amalfi in the Winter?
Both Amalfi and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Amalfi because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Amalfi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Amalfi averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amalfi receives 115 hours of full sun.
Amalfi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Amalfi 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Amalfi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Amalfi. Furthermore, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Amalfi this time of year.
In April, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Amalfi. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Amalfi fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Amalfi during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Amalfi receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Amalfi. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Amalfi 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Amalfi and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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