Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Pompeii?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pompeii or Olympos?
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 Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Olympos?
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.
Olympos
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €151Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €151, 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 Pompeii and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Olympos? 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 and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Private from Ravello to Naples: $239
- Transfers Ravello - Naples: $207
- Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch on Vesuvius with Transfer from Pompeii: $132
- Private transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $121
- Small Group Pompeii Wine Tasting with Lunch & Transfer Included : $97
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $97
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos 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 €35Olympos €28
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pompeii €77Olympos €28
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
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- 2 Hour Olympos Cable Car Tour to Tahtali Mountains from Kemer: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPompeii €7.31Olympos €17
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pompeii and Olympos, we can see that Pompeii 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 Pompeii would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pompeii 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 Pompeii Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pompeii or Olympos?
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 Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pompeii and Olympos. Most visitors come to Pompeii for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Pompeii is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pompeii in July average around 23°C (74°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Pompeii, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pompeii usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Pompeii gets 313 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pompeii usually receives more rain than Olympos. Pompeii gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPompeii 23°C (74°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pompeii as well as Olympos.
In October, Pompeii is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 17°C (63°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the autumn, Pompeii often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Pompeii receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pompeii usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Pompeii gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPompeii 17°C (63°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Pompeii are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums are the main draw to Pompeii this time of year.
Pompeii is cooler than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Pompeii averages around 8°C (47°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Pompeii usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Pompeii gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. In January, Pompeii usually receives more rain than Olympos. Pompeii gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPompeii 8°C (47°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Pompeii during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Pompeii is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pompeii in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Pompeii often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Pompeii usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Pompeii gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPompeii 13°C (55°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Pompeii
| Pompeii | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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