Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Pompeii?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pompeii or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
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 from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €151Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €151, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Playa de las Americas? 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 Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Playa de las Americas €56
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 €35Playa de las Americas €45
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 €77Playa de las Americas €30
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 €7.31Playa de las Americas €8.57
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 Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Pompeii much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pompeii would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pompeii 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Pompeii.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pompeii Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pompeii or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pompeii and Playa de las Americas. The summer months attract visitors to Pompeii because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Pompeii is generally around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 23°C (74°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Pompeii, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pompeii usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Pompeii gets 313 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pompeii usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPompeii 23°C (74°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pompeii as well as Playa de las Americas.
Pompeii is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pompeii averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. In the autumn, Pompeii often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Pompeii receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pompeii usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPompeii 17°C (63°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
Both Playa de las Americas and Pompeii are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Pompeii for the museums.
In the winter, Pompeii is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pompeii in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Pompeii usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Pompeii gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. In January, Pompeii usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPompeii 8°C (47°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
Both Playa de las Americas and Pompeii during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Pompeii is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 13°C (55°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Pompeii often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Pompeii usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Pompeii gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPompeii 13°C (55°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Pompeii
| Pompeii | Playa de las Americas | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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