Which place is cheaper, Galway or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Galway?
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 Galway can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Galway?
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.
Galway
Galway is Ireland's fifth largest city with a population of over 70,000. Located in the province of Connacht, it is typically the first stop for travelers headed into western Ireland. It serves as a gateway for this scenic part of the country, but it truly is a destination in and of itself. The city is pleasantly quaint, and is crisscrossed by lovely pedestrian only streets that are lined with shopping and restaurants. There are also countless museums and galleries to explore. Churches and cathedrals dot the town and are fun to drop by if you're fascinated with architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Ireland, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Ireland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Galway $140
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Galway is $140. 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 Galway in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Galway $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Galway $150
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Galway
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Galway? 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 Galway Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Galway $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galway
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galway:
- Galway Private Driver: Personalized Tours & Transfers: $749
- One-Way Private Transfer to Killarney: $668
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Dublin Airport: $668
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Cork City: $561
- Galway to Limerick | Private Transfer and Car Service: $294
- Galway to Shannon Airport | Private Transfer & Car Service: $294
- Shannon Airport to Seamless Private Transfers: $257
- Galway Private Transfer from Galway Airport to City centre: $90
- Galway Private Transfer from central Galway to Galway Airport: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Galway?
Prices for flights to both Galway 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 $69Galway $35
Typical Food Prices in Galway
Some typical examples of dining costs in Galway are as follows:
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Fish & Chips Dinner$8.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galway
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galway.
- Tour & Taste Galway Food Tour: $93
- Galway Food Tour: $107
- Galway Food Tours: $109
- Private Irish Cooking Experience in the Heart of Gaeltacht: $136
- Farm to Table Experience and Irish Cooking Class in Galway: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Galway $13
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 Galway
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Galway are as follows:
- Abalone farm tour and tasting with coastal seaweed walk. Guided. 2 hours: $82
- 3 Hours Guided Irish Whiskey Tour and Tasting in Galway City: $180
- Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.: $119
- Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea & Scones - Day Trip to Inisheer from Doolin: $136
- Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway: $163
- Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Galway: $82
- Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks: $60
- Boat cruise with local skipper on Galway Bay. Galway city. 1 hour: $36
- Burren Botany Experience: $16
- Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day: $134
- City Sightseeing Galway Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $17
- City of the Tribes Tour: $131
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Galway $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Galway
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Galway:
- Traditional Irish Poitin & Gin Distillery Tour: $355
When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Galway, we can see that Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Galway Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Galway?
Galway has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Galway, 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 Galway?
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 Galway in the Summer?
Both Galway and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Galway in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Pamukkale is much warmer than Galway. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Galway averages at about 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Galway. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Galway receives 142 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Galway. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Galway receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Galway 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Galway in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Galway. Furthermore, most visitors come to Galway for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Pamukkale is generally much warmer than Galway. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Galway fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Galway during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Galway receives 96 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Galway receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Galway. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Galway receives 142 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Galway 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Galway in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Galway. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Galway because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Pamukkale is much warmer than Galway in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Galway fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Galway. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Galway receives 59 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Galway. Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Galway. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Galway receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Galway 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Galway in the Spring?
Both Galway and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Galway this time of year.
In the spring, Pamukkale is much warmer than Galway. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Galway averages at about 9°C (48°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Galway during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Galway receives 153 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of rain as Galway. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Galway receives 52 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Galway 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Galway and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
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