Which place is cheaper, Naples or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Naples?
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 Naples can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Naples?
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.
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 Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, 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 dayPamukkale $156Naples $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, 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 Pamukkale and Naples in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Naples $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Naples $140
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Naples
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Naples $23
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 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:
- Sorrento: Enjoy Pompeii and Vesuvius with private transfer: $588
- Venice Airport : One Way Transfer to Canazei: $567
- From Private Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Stop: $534
- From Bari Private Transfer with WiFi: $481
- From Private Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Stop: $428
- From Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Guided Tour: $420
- From Transfer to Amalfi-Ravello with Tour of Pompeii: $420
- From One-Way Transfer to Sorrento with Pompeii Tour: $378
- Private Transfer Naples to Amalfi coast or vice cersa: $353
- Van Transfer from Naples Apt to Sorrento/Amalfi/Positano: $321
- Return Transfer from Naples Cruise Port to Pompeii: $299
- Transfer from Naples to Maiori or Maiori to Naples: $296
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Naples?
Prices for flights to both Naples 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 $69Naples $43
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.Pamukkale $54Naples $32
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
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 dayPamukkale $15Naples $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 comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Naples, 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 Naples Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Naples?
Naples has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Naples in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Naples. Also, many travelers come to Naples for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Naples in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Naples. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Naples. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 313 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Naples. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Naples 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Naples in the Autumn?
Both Naples and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Naples in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Naples. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Naples averages at about 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Naples during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Naples. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Naples. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 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 OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Naples 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Naples in the Winter?
Both Naples and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Naples for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Naples fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Naples. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 115 hours of full sun.
Naples 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 Naples. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 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 JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Naples 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Naples in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Naples. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Naples because of the activities around the city.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Naples in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Naples during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Naples. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 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 AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Naples 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Naples 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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