Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Zagreb?
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 Zagreb can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Zagreb?
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.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
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 Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Zagreb $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is $82. 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 Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Zagreb $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Zagreb $102
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Zagreb? 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 Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Zagreb $9.69
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,754
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Vienna: $930
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Budapest: $930
- Transfer Zagreb - Split or Split - Zagreb: $760
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Split: $741
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice & Rastoke: $642
- Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $603
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Split or Split to Zagreb: $567
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb with stop at Plitvice: $556
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $534
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Zadar: $528
- Transfer Ljubljana - Zagreb: $452
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb 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 $69Zagreb $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $952
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Zagreb $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 Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Grand Zagreb Tour : $99
- Zagreb History Walking Tour: $32
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Zagreb City with Guide (up to 10): $153
- 2-Hour Unveiling A Captivating History Tour: $107
- 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,449
- 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $115
- All-Inclusive Day Tour Zagreb-Rastoke-Plitvice Lakes-Split: $1,068
- Back to Yugoslavia Private City Tour in Old-Timer Yugo Car: $93
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $176
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $432
- Best of ISTRIA: Amphitheater PULA + ROVINJ + HUM or POREČ - fully Private Tour: $262
- Best of SLOVENIA - Bled + Postojna + Ljubljana - Day Tour from Zagreb: $224
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Zagreb $9.49
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Zagreb, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Zagreb, 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 Zagreb?
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 Zagreb in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Zagreb. Additionally, most visitors come to Zagreb for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zagreb. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 266 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Zagreb 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Zagreb in the Autumn?
Both Zagreb and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Zagreb in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Zagreb in the Winter?
Both Zagreb and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
It's quite cold in Zagreb in the winter. In the winter, Pamukkale is much warmer than Zagreb. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Zagreb averages at about 1°C (35°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 54 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually gets more rain in January than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Zagreb 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Zagreb in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Zagreb. Also, many travelers come to Zagreb for the activities around the city.
In April, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Zagreb. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Zagreb and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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