Which place is cheaper, Bologna or Cappadocia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Cappadocia or Bologna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cappadocia or Bologna? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cappadocia or Bologna?
Cappadocia
Cappadocia is in Central Anatolia, between the mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan. It is famous for its underground cities, fairy chimneys, and caves. The landscape of the area is some of the most unique you'll ever see. The fairy chimneys are bizarrely shaped rock outcroppings that have evolved from the unique geography in the area. There are hiking trails through the series of valleys that make up the area. It's a great place to explore for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
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Cappadocia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $147Bologna $220
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $147, while the average daily cost in Bologna is $220. 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 Cappadocia and Bologna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $41Bologna $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $82Bologna $204
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Bologna
Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia or Bologna? 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: Cappadocia Hotel Prices and Bologna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cappadocia $40Bologna $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cappadocia Shared Transfer From To Kayseri and Nevsehir Airport: $4.18
- Cappadocia Shared Transfer From/To Nevsehir and Kayseri Airport: $5.96
- Cappadocia Shared Airport Transfer Nevşehir or Kayseri Airport: $10
- Cappadocia Shared Transfer From/To Kayseri and Nevşehir Airport: $11
- 2 Hour Quad Bike Safari in Cappadocia ( Transfer Include ): $11
- Shuttle Airport Transfer in Cappadocia: $11
- Cappadocia NAV & Kayseri ASR Shuttle Airport Transfer: $13
- Göreme Horse Riding, Fairy Chimneys w/Transfer: $18
- 2 Hour Jeep Safari Tour in Cappadocia ( Transfer Include ): $18
- Cappadocia Luxury Private Airport Transfer: $19
- Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Cappadocia Hotels (Small Group): $24
- Shuttle Transfer from Cappadocia hotels to "Nevsehir Kapadokya Airport": $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Private Transfer from Bologna (BLQ) Airport to Módena: $267
- Bologna to Florence - Departure Private Transfer: $243
- Private Transfer from Faenza to Bologna (BLQ) Airport: $241
- Private Transfer from Bologna (BLQ) Airport to Faenza: $241
- Private Transfer from Bologna (BLQ) Airport to Ferrara: $235
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $232
- Private Transfer from Bologna to Grotta Giusti and Montecatini T.: $224
- Private transfer from Bologna to Florence: $224
- Private Transfer from Bologna (BLQ) Airport to Baggiovara: $218
- Balsamic Vinegar Experience with Private Transfer: $203
- Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer: $203
- Private Transfer from Bologna Airport to Florence: $203
Is it cheaper to fly into Cappadocia or Bologna?
Prices for flights to both Bologna and Cappadocia 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 dayCappadocia $67Bologna $80
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:
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Cookies$0.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cappadocia Turkish Night With Unlimited Drinks And Dinner: $40
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show: Dinner and Entertainment: $47
- Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $54
- Cappadocia Turkish Night wTransfer,Dinner &Unlimited Drinks: $59
- Turkish Nights in Cappadocia Dinner & Cultural Show in a Cave: $65
- Turkish night show with dinner and unlimited free alcohol: $69
- Romantic Cappadocia Private Sunset Dinner With Wild Food : $69
- Cappadocia Night: Turkish Dance & Dinner : $70
- Turkish Night Show: Unlimited Alcohol, Dinner and Transfer: $70
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with dinner, unlimited alcohol: $77
- Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $78
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Entertainments: $79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Sfoglini Cooking class in Bologna: $22
- Pizza Workshop in Bologna: $30
- Bologna Private Food Tour Eating around the Centre: $72
- Authentic Bologna Home Cooking Class: Tagliatelle & Tortellini: $78
- Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine: $82
- Bologna Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide: $82
- Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class: Ragu, Spritz & Mr. Gelato: $88
- Dinner, Wine & Tastings Walking Tour: $89
- Tagliatelle & Ragù Home Cooking Class with wine: $90
- Dining experience at a local's home in Predappio with cooking demo: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Forlimpopoli with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lama Mocogno with Show Cooking: $101
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $75Bologna $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Underground City Entrance for Two$0.73
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$14
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Horseback Riding for Two$2.78
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$2.96
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.36
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Whirling Dervishes Show$2.42
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Turkish Bath$1.69
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Hot air ballooning$9.80
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Goreme open air museum$0.48
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Bellydancing Show$3.15
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- Cappadocia Private Shopping Tour with Driver: $5.00
- Cappadocia Private RED GREEN Tour : $5.00
- Cappadocia Red (North) Tour: $5.00
- Cappadocia Green (South) Tour: $5.00
- Sunset or Daytime ATV Adventure Tour: $5.28
- Deal Package : Cappadocia Full-day Red Tour & ATV Quad Bike Safari: $12
- Sunset Horseback Riding Tour in Cappadocia: $12
- Horseback Riding Experience in Beautiful Valleys of Cappadocia: $13
- Authentic Pottery Workshop Experience: $13
- Historical Pottery Experience Tour: $14
- Sunrise Balloon Watching Tour with Audio Guide: $15
- ATV Adventure Tours in Cappadocia: $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)$37
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$134
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)$79
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)$14
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)$14
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- 2 Hours walking tour with food stops: $78
- Art and taste tour: from Magnani Rocca to Parma ham: $229
- BOLOGNA PRIVATE FOOD WALKING TOUR (morning or evening): $227
- Best walking tour of Bologna: $204
- Bike Tour Bologna: $155
- Bologna : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
- Bologna Audio Tour: Bologna Audio Tour Adventure: $15
- Bologna Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local: $78
- Bologna By Night Walking Tour: $149
- Bologna City Center Kids Tour with a Local Guide: $205
- Bologna City Highlights Private Guided Tour at Night: $205
- Bologna City Red Bus skip the line and Food tasting: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $14Bologna $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Snack: $33
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines: $35
- Cappadocia Wine Tasting Experience: $41
- Combo Tour with Wine Tasting and Adventure Tours: $59
- Private Wine Tasting and Day Tour w/Göreme Museum: $113
- Cappadocia Private Wine Tasting Tour : $119
- Half-Day Private Cappadocia Wine Tour Experience: $282
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Bologna Pub Crawl to meet people: $19
- Private wine tasting of Palazzo di Varignana: $21
- Wine tasting on the hills of Bologna in Dozza: $36
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $42
- Parma Hills and Wine Tasting with Food Platter: $58
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $58
- Montevecchio Isolani wine tasting experience: $60
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $75
- Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour: $113
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with Local Guide : $130
- Cook Fresh Pasta + Wine Tasting (Includes 4-Course Meal): $147
- Bologna Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting in the centre: $155
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cappadocia and Bologna, we can see that Bologna is more expensive. And not only is Cappadocia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cappadocia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cappadocia 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna than you might in Cappadocia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Bologna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cappadocia or Bologna?
Bologna has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Cappadocia. When comparing the sizes of Cappadocia and Bologna, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.