Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Pisa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Pisa or Olympos? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Pisa is €120, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Pisa and Olympos in more detail.
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Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:
For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pisa and Olympos, we can see that Pisa is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pisa Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.
Both Olympos and Pisa are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Pisa because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Pisa is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Pisa average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pisa. Pisa usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Pisa gets 316 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pisa usually receives more rain than Olympos. Pisa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Olympos and Pisa during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.
Pisa is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pisa averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Pisa often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Pisa gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pisa. Pisa usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Pisa gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pisa and Olympos. Many travelers come to Pisa for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Pisa is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pisa in January average around 7°C (45°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Pisa usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Pisa gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Pisa usually receives more rain than Olympos. Pisa gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Pisa as well as Olympos. Many visitors come to Pisa in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Pisa is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Pisa average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Pisa often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Pisa gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Pisa receives a lot of rain in the spring. Pisa usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Pisa gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Pisa | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 7°C (45°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |