Which place is cheaper, Avignon or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Avignon?
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 Avignon can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Avignon?
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.
Avignon
Avignon is a beautiful medieval walled city southeast of Paris. Often referred to as the City of Popes due to the large number of popes who have resided there over the years, Avignon boasts a wonderful history of art and culture. Located on the leafy banks of the Rhone, it is probably best-known these days for the children's song - Sur le pont d'Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city's Unesco-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. And nearby Chateauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city's intact ramparts and pedestrianized center lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each summer, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d'Avignon. History surrounds you, sharing its secrets as you roam Avignon's quiet, shaded, cobblestone streets. Decorated with gorgeous fountains, avenues and squares, although Avignon is quite a big township, you'll see that this beautiful walled city still maintains its small town charm.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Avignon $751
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Avignon is $751. 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 Avignon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Avignon $694
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Avignon $1,388
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Avignon
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Avignon? 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 Avignon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Avignon $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Avignon
Also for Avignon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer Marseille - Avignon: $428
- Transfert Avignon Marseille : $273
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Avignon - Round-Trip Transfer: $233
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $164
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $164
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Van: $132
- Arrival Priate Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Van: $132
- Private Departure Transfer from Avignon to Marseille Airport MRS: $117
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Business Car: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Business Car: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Avignon?
Prices for flights to both Avignon 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 $69Avignon $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Avignon
For Avignon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Avignon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $98
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $207
- Cooking lessons: $213
- Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local Chef: $403
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Avignon $16
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.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
Tours and Activities in Avignon
For Avignon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex: $46
- Aix en Provence and Avignon city of Popes Private Tour: $1,486
- Arles and Camargue Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon: $98
- Avignon : Half-Day Walking Tour with Private Guide: $160
- Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
- Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace: $75
- Avignon private guided tour: $273
- All About Avignon Tour: $21
- Around The Palace Tour: $31
- City Walking Tour with Popes Palace Entry: $74
- Emblematic Squares Tour: $267
- Historic District Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Avignon $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Avignon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Avignon:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.26
- THE CUBE: Private Tour Of Semi-Gravity Cubist Cellar with Wine Tasting: $11
- Provence and Wine Tasting by E-Bike from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: $65
- E-bike tour and wine tasting from Vaison la Romaine: $65
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $87
- From Morning Wine Tour to Châteauneuf du Pape: $95
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $97
- From Afternoon Wine Tour Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $104
- Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon: $131
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape Prestige Wine Tour from Avignon: $152
- 8 Hours Private Wine Tour in Châteauneuf du Pape: $164
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Avignon, we can see that Avignon 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 Avignon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avignon 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 Avignon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Avignon?
Avignon has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Avignon, 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 Avignon?
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 Pamukkale or Avignon in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Avignon. Also, most visitors come to Avignon for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Avignon in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Avignon fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Avignon this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Avignon during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Avignon receives 354 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Avignon. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Avignon 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Avignon in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Avignon. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Avignon because of the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Avignon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Avignon averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Avignon. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Avignon receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Avignon. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Avignon. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Avignon 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Avignon in the Winter?
Both Avignon and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Avignon this time of year.
In January, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Avignon. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Avignon fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Avignon during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Avignon receives 146 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Avignon. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Avignon 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Avignon in the Spring?
Both Avignon and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Avignon for the small town charm.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Avignon in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Avignon fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In Avignon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Avignon. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Avignon receives 218 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Avignon. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Avignon 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Avignon and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Avignon | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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