Which place is cheaper, Pompeii or Pontevedra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pontevedra or Pompeii?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pontevedra or Pompeii, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Pontevedra or Pompeii?
Pontevedra
An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, and The Best Walking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPontevedra €120Pompeii €151
The average daily cost (per person) in Pontevedra is €120, while the average daily cost in Pompeii 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 Pontevedra and Pompeii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPontevedra €61Pompeii €70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPontevedra €122Pompeii €140
Compare Hotels in Pontevedra and Pompeii
Looking for a hotel in Pontevedra or Pompeii? 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: Pontevedra Hotel Prices and Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pontevedra €23Pompeii €54
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 Pontevedra or Pompeii?
Prices for flights to both Pompeii and Pontevedra 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 dayPontevedra €42Pompeii €35
Typical Food Prices in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for 2€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Galician Cooking Class with Chef Instructor: $159
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.Pontevedra €19Pompeii €77
Tours and Activities in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- NEW!! Private Walking Tour with local guide: $64
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- O Grove Aquarium Experience: $16
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Walking Tour and Galician Food Tasting: $64
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 dayPontevedra €20Pompeii €7.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Pontevedra
Also in Pontevedra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $32
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 Pontevedra and Pompeii, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Pontevedra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pontevedra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pontevedra Expensive? and Is Pompeii Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pontevedra or Pompeii?
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 Pontevedra or Pompeii in the Summer?
Both Pompeii and Pontevedra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Pompeii because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Pontevedra is cooler than Pompeii. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pontevedra in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Pompeii averages at about 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Pompeii. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. Pontevedra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pompeii during summer. Pontevedra gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPontevedra 21°C (70°F)Pompeii 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or Pompeii in the Autumn?
Both Pompeii and Pontevedra during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Pontevedra is generally around the same temperature as Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Pontevedra average around 17°C (62°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In the autumn, Pontevedra often gets less sunshine than Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Pompeii gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in October than Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPontevedra 17°C (62°F)Pompeii 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or Pompeii in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pontevedra and Pompeii. Furthermore, many travelers come to Pompeii for the museums.
Pontevedra is a little warmer than Pompeii in the winter. The daily temperature in Pontevedra averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Pompeii fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Pontevedra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pompeii during winter. Pontevedra gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
Pompeii receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pontevedra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPontevedra 10°C (50°F)Pompeii 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or Pompeii in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pontevedra as well as Pompeii.
In the spring, Pontevedra is around the same temperature as Pompeii. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pontevedra in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Pompeii averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Pontevedra often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Pontevedra receives a lot of rain in the spring. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in April than Pompeii. Pontevedra gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPontevedra 13°C (56°F)Pompeii 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pompeii and Pontevedra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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