A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Pisa for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Pisa?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Pisa? 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: Fethiye or Pisa?

Fethiye

Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.

Pisa

Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.

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Which place is cheaper, Pisa or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Pisa is $280. 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 Fethiye and Pisa in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $38
    Pisa $122
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $76
    Pisa $244
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Pisa

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Pisa? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Pisa


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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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Pisa Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $27
    Pisa $52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $293
  • Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $262
  • Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
  • Private Outdoor Photo Shoot with Hotel Transfer: $141
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $125
  • From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $125
  • Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $125
  • Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $95
  • Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $90
  • Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Trip With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $89
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $89
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving with Transfer, 2 Dives and Lunch: $85

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa

Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Florence: Private Transfer from Pisa Airport (PSA): $432
  • Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $270
  • Private transfer from Pisa to Florence with 2h stop in Lucca: $269
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lido di Camaiore: $264
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Lucca: $262
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Pisa Airport to Florence Hotel: $241
  • Private Transfer From Pisa To Florence, English Speaking Driver: $229
  • Pisa to Florence Airport (FLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $173
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Tirrenia: $158
  • Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Marina di Pisa: $153
  • Pisa Airport to Florence Private Transfer: $151
  • Private Transfer from Marina di Pisa to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $145

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Pisa?

Prices for flights to both Pisa and Fethiye 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $47
    Pisa $120
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.17
  • Soda
    $0.07

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94

Typical Food Prices in Pisa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:


  • Dinner
    $88

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa

For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Chianni: wine and oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $59
  • Pisa’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $89
  • Dining experience at a local's home in Pontedera with cooking demo: $102
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Carrara with Show Cooking: $102
  • Ultimate Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal with a Local: $104
  • Pisa Private Cooking Class: $106
  • Authentic Full dinner & Wine Experience with a Sommelier in Pisa: $112
  • Private Show Cooking and Social Dining Experience: $152
  • Private Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $152
  • Private Home-Made Pasta Cooking Class in Pisa.: $155
  • Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
  • Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Pisa: $173

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $30
    Pisa $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $5.81
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.13

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.

  • Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $72
  • Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $64
  • Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $56
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
  • Babadag Mountain Paragliding Experience with Photos and Videos: $215
  • Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $49
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
  • Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $202
  • Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $59
  • Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $65

Tours and Activities in Pisa

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.

  • Pisa Leaning Tower and Complex Entry Tickets with Audio Guide: $54
  • 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Pisa Off The Beaten Path: $31
  • Best of Pisa Guided Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Entry Ticket: $59
  • Best of Pisa and Leaning Tower Guided Tour for Kids and Families: $299
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
  • Best of Small Group Tour with Admission Tickets: $59
  • Carrara Marble Quarries Tour by Land Rover: $90
  • Carrara: Exclusive Marble Cave Tour Adventure in a 4x4: $90
  • Cinque Terre tour in Small Group from Pisa: $202
  • Discover Tower Admission & Iconic Landmark Tour: $181
  • E-bike guided tour. The surroundings of History, Nature, and Secret Glimpses: $87
  • Excursions / Van Tours / Sightseeing: $128

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $13
    Pisa $24

Sample the Local Flavors in Pisa

Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Local Food Pairing: $41
  • Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $46
  • Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $47
  • Soiana: Vineyard & Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting near Pisa: $52
  • Cathedral Guided Tour & Wine Tasting & Optional Tower: $85
  • From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $98
  • Chianti Half-day Wine Tour in the Tuscan's Hills from Pisa: $106
  • Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $108
  • Tuscan Wine Tour by van from Pisa: $185
  • Chianti Classico Wine Tour and San Gimignano Visit Half Day: $215
  • "Ramble Through The Rolling Hills Of Chianti" with lunch & Wine Tastings: $299
  • PRIVATE TOUR: Full-Day in Volterra & San Gimignano with Wine Tasting Experience: $299


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Pisa, we can see that Pisa is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa than you might in Fethiye.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Pisa Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Pisa?

Pisa has a larger population, and is about 48% larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Pisa, 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.


When is the best time to visit Fethiye or Pisa?

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 Fethiye or Pisa in the Summer?

Both Pisa and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.

In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Pisa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Pisa averages at about 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Pisa. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Pisa during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Pisa. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Pisa 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Pisa in the Autumn?

Both Pisa and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Pisa for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Pisa. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Pisa. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 177 hours of full sun.

Pisa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Pisa. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Pisa 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Pisa in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Pisa. Also, many visitors come to Pisa in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Fethiye is a little warmer than Pisa in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Pisa fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).

Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Pisa during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.

Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Pisa. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Pisa 7°C (45°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Pisa in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Pisa. Also, most visitors come to Pisa for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Pisa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Pisa averages at about 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Pisa. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 192 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Pisa. Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Pisa. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Pisa 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Pisa and Fethiye

Fethiye Pisa
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 11°C (52°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)