Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Pompeii?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pompeii or Podgorica?
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 Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €151Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €151, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $66
- Small Group Pompeii Wine Tasting with Lunch & Transfer Included : $97
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $97
- Private transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $121
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $121
- Organic Wine Tasting & Lunch on Vesuvius with Transfer from Pompeii: $132
- Transfers Ravello - Naples: $207
- Transfer Private from Ravello to Naples: $239
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 €35Podgorica €41
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 €77Podgorica €21
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of A Self-Guided Tour: $20
- Pompeii Express 1 hour Guided Tour: $21
- Pompeii Ticket with Optional Guided Tour: $31
- PompeiI VIP: Guided Tour with your Archaeologist in a Small Group : $32
- Entrance ticket to the Valle dell'Orso Water Park: $33
- Pompeii for kids or adults skip the line small group walking tour 2 hours: $33
- Pompeii Skip the Line ticket + Audioguide: $35
- Pompeii Archeological Site Fast Track Entry Ticket : $36
- Pompeii tour with archaeologist: $38
- Pompeii Tour with experienced guide: $38
- guided tour of the archaeological excavations of Pompeii: $38
- Semi-Private Tour of Pompeii Ruins: $41
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPompeii €7.31Podgorica €20
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pompeii and Podgorica, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pompeii Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pompeii or Podgorica?
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 Pompeii or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pompeii as well as Podgorica. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Pompeii this time of year.
In the summer, Pompeii is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pompeii in July average around 23°C (74°F), and Podgorica averages at about 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pompeii this time of the year. In the summer, Pompeii often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Pompeii gets 313 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Pompeii usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Pompeii gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPompeii 23°C (74°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Pompeii are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Pompeii is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Pompeii average around 17°C (63°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. Pompeii usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during autumn. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. It's quite rainy in Pompeii. In October, Pompeii usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Pompeii gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPompeii 17°C (63°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Pompeii during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Pompeii in the winter for the museums.
Pompeii is a little warmer than Podgorica in the winter. The daily temperature in Pompeii averages around 8°C (47°F) in January, and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Pompeii often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Pompeii gets 115 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. Pompeii usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Pompeii gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPompeii 8°C (47°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Pompeii or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pompeii and Podgorica.
In the spring, Pompeii is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pompeii in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Podgorica averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Pompeii usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Pompeii gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Pompeii usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Pompeii gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPompeii 13°C (55°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Pompeii
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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