Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Pompeii?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pompeii or Costa de Prata?
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 Pompeii and Costa de Prata can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Costa de Prata?
Pompeii
Pompeii was once a 160-acre Roman port city, called home by more than 20,000 residents. In 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted and after burying the entire city 16 feet deep in ash, the debris destroyed everything in its path, killing thousands of people and affecting more than 200 square miles around the area.
However, the phenomenon is that the ash preserved everything as it was in that time and to this day, you can visit and observe life as it was nearly two thousand years ago, as figures of people running from the explosion have been burned permanently into history.
The best time to visit Pompeii is during spring, after the rains of March and before the scorching heat of June and July. On the downside, this is the beginning of the busy season for tourists, so while you'll enjoy pleasant weather, you won't be likely to avoid crowds. Conversely, November starts the low-season for travel, so you can easily skip the crowds, though you may have to compromise on weather, as the rains return this time of year. Rain and crowds won't be an issue if you visit during winter, but be warned, temperatures drop down to the 50's during the day, accompanied by winds.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €151Costa de Prata €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €151, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is €151. 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 Pompeii and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Costa de Prata €78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Costa de Prata €156
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Costa de Prata? 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: Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Costa de Prata €53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $97
- Transfers Ravello - Naples: $207
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $66
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Transfer Private from Ravello to Naples: $239
- Small Group Pompeii Wine Tasting with Lunch & Transfer Included : $97
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $121
- Private transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch on Vesuvius with Transfer from Pompeii: $132
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata and Pompeii 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 dayPompeii €35Costa de Prata €44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Neapolitan Dinner in Pompei - Villa Franca - Family Restourant: $38
- Cooking Class with Italian Mamma in Pompeii: $65
- Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Pompei: $93
- Pompei tour with a 2000 years roman dinner: $112
- Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Pompei: $142
- Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Pompei: $158
- Private Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner in Pompei: $158
- Private market tour and cooking class with lunch or dinner in Pompei: $206
- guided tour of the ruins and cooking class fresh pasta : $272
- Cooking class: Pasta Experience in Pompei, Italy: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pompeii €77Costa de Prata €13
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Pompeii Archeological Site Fast Track Entry Ticket : $36
- Pompeii Day Tour: $97
- 2 Hour Private Walking Tour with Certified Guide in Pompeii: $251
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Pompeii for Journey Through Time: $196
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Pompeii with an Archaeologist: $272
- 2 days tour: Pompei & Naples center with underground: $207
- 2 hours Pompeii Tour with local historian - ticket included: $60
- 2-hour Private Guided Tour of Pompeii: $272
- Best of Pompeii - 2 hour Private Tour with Alex: $271
- Complete Pompeii Skip the Line Tour with Archaeologist Guide: $55
- Discover Pompeii on this Guided Walking Tour of the Buried City: $63
- Discover hidden secrets of Pompei on a Private tour with a local: $118
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPompeii €7.31Costa de Prata €8.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Pompeii
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Pompeii:
- Wine Tasting Tour on the Slopes of Vesuvius: $46
- Wine Tasting on Mt. Vesuvius: $55
- Seafood Lunch with Wine Tasting & Tour on a golf cart: $87
- Guided Tour of Pompeii Ruins with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $98
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting in Pompeii with a Local: $124
- Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Wine Tasting: $191
- Pompeii, Herculaneum and scenic drive of the Mt. Vesuvius with wine tasting: $207
When comparing the travel costs between Pompeii and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata 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 Pompeii Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pompeii or Costa de Prata?
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 Pompeii or Costa de Prata in the Summer?
Both Costa de Prata and Pompeii are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Pompeii for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Pompeii is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 23°C (74°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa de Prata. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. Pompeii usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during summer. Pompeii gets 313 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pompeii usually receives more rain than Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPompeii 23°C (74°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
Both Costa de Prata and Pompeii during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Pompeii is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pompeii averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Pompeii often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
Costa de Prata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. Pompeii usually gets more rain in October than Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPompeii 17°C (63°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pompeii and Costa de Prata. The museums are the main draw to Pompeii this time of year.
In the winter, Pompeii is cooler than Costa de Prata. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pompeii in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Pompeii usually receives less sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Pompeii gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Costa de Prata receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pompeii gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pompeii usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPompeii 8°C (47°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pompeii as well as Costa de Prata.
In April, Pompeii is generally cooler than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 13°C (55°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In the spring, Pompeii often gets less sunshine than Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Pompeii usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Pompeii gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPompeii 13°C (55°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Pompeii
| Pompeii | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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