Which place is cheaper, Positano or Gdansk?
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 Gdansk or Positano?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gdansk or Positano, 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: Gdansk or Positano?
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
Positano
Located on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, Positano is a very scenic town that offers spectacular coastal views. The town sits on the edge of a hill and flows down toward the sea. Because of its dramatic beauty, Positano attracts thousands of visitors year around.
The town dates back to medieval times when it was a port for the Amalfi Republic. It thrived throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but by the mid-nineteenth century its prosperity was falling. During those times more than half of the population left, migrating predominantly to America. During the 1950s the town gained popularity as a tourist destination, in part because of John Steinbeck's essay about the area in Harper's Bazaar (May, 1953).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Italy.
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Gdansk Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGdansk $77Positano $306
The average daily cost (per person) in Gdansk is $77, while the average daily cost in Positano is $306. 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 Gdansk and Positano in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGdansk $30Positano $173
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGdansk $60Positano $346
Compare Hotels in Gdansk and Positano
Looking for a hotel in Gdansk or Positano? 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: Gdansk Hotel Prices and Positano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gdansk $9.47Positano $9.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $357
- Aiport Gdansk Transfer to Malbork Castle or Stutthof : $298
- Private transfer from Gdansk to Warsaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $293
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Grudziadz city: $287
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Łeba city: $282
- Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk to Slupsk: $281
- Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Bydgoszcz: $263
- Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Olsztyn: $263
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $239
- Private Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN to Kwidzyn: $221
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Lębork city: $209
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Elbląg city: $209
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Positano:
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Bus Ticket$1.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Positano
Also for Positano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cozy Private Door-to-Door Transfer from Positano to Naples: $159
- From Positano to Sorrento - Departure Private Transfer: $92
- Positano or Ravello to Naples airport/station private departure transfer: $193
- Positano to Napoli Airport (NAP) - Departure Private Transfer: $125
- Positano to Pompeii Private DA Transfer: $226
- Private Car Transfer from Positano to Sorrento: $203
- Private Transfer by Car from Positano to Sorrento: $250
- Private Transfer by car from Amalfi to Sorrento: $251
- Private Transfer from Naples to Furore or Agerola (or vice versa): $143
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples: $120
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples: $263
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples : $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Gdansk or Positano?
Prices for flights to both Positano and Gdansk 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 dayGdansk $39Positano $107
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $100
- Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
- Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
- Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193
Typical Food Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Positano:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$36
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Pizza in a Restaurant$11
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Sandwich in a Restaurant$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Positano
For Positano, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastronomical Amalfi Coast Hike with Cooking Class: $61
- Cooking class with Pasta, mozzarella and Tiramisu with wine: $80
- Cooking lesson: tagliatelle, mozzarella and tiramisu: $84
- Pizza Class in Sorrento Peninsula with Breathtaking View: $88
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class: Make Pasta, Mozzarella & Tiramisu: $90
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Sant'Agnello with Show Cooking: $102
- Sorrento: Gluten Free Cooking Class: $108
- Cooking Class in Sorrento with Breathtaking View: $120
- 3 Hours Sorrento Cooking Class in Sorrento Coast with Pickup: $155
- Mediterranean Dinner in Positano at Nonna Colomba's Cellar: $161
- Pizza e Tiramisù class with local mum in Positano: $179
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gdansk $9.03Positano $71
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 hour Gdansk Amber Workshop Tour : $239
- 6 Hours Teutonic Castle Tour in Malbork : $250
- Beer Tour. Tasting and Tales in Gdansk: $79
- Boat Tour in Gdańsk – Explore the Historic Motława River: $35
- Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $19
- Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $88
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $127
- Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.97
- Electric Scooter Gdańsk: Shipyard Tour - 1,5-Hour of Magic!: $71
- Extraordinary day tour to Kaszuby region with Poland By Locals: $281
- From Gdansk Malbork Castle Guided Tour with Hotel Pick Up: $108
Typical Entertainment Prices in Positano
For Positano, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Chair & Umbrella at Spiaggia Grande$20
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Day Trip of Capri & Amalfi$94
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Sunset Cruise$28
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Full Day Wine Tour$114
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Cooking Class$76
Tours and Activities in Positano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Positano.
- Positano Walking tour: $72
- Positano Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $72
- Hiking the Path of the Gods with Enzo: Amalfi Coast Adventure: $73
- Shared Sunset Cruise from Positano with Drinks & Snacks 1.5-Hour : $77
- Sunset Group Boat Tour along the Amalfi Coast with Prosecco wine: $84
- Small Group Tour to Positano by Boat at Sunset: $84
- Small Group Tour in Positano by Boat at Sunset with Prosecco : $114
- Kayak tour in Positano: $118
- Positano Swim Experience with Lifeguard: $119
- Amalfi Coast Small Group Cruise with stop at the Emerald Grotto : $125
- Pompeii Herculaneum small group tour skip the line ex AmalfiCoast: $125
- Pompeii ruins skip the line tour: $153
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGdansk $5.26Positano $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $26
- Polish Spirits tasting in Gdańsk Craft Distillery tawern: $37
- #1 Pub Crawl in Sopot: $44
- Exclusive Gdańsk Wine Tour with Polish Wine Tastings: $96
Typical Alcohol Prices in Positano
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Positano:
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Bottle of Limoncello$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Positano
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Positano:
- Organic Wine Tasting, Mozzarella, Gnocchi & Tiramisu Workshop: $78
- Amalfi Coast: Make Handmade Pasta, Tiramisu and Wine Tasting: $81
- 5 Wine Tastings with Typical Products in Sorrento Coast: $84
- Pompeii Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting from Positano: $271
- Pompeii Excavations Tour-Wine Tasting with Lunch from Positano: $274
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gdansk and Positano, we can see that Positano is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Positano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Positano than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gdansk Expensive? and Is Positano Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gdansk or Positano?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Positano. When comparing the sizes of Gdansk and Positano, 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 Gdansk or Positano?
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 Gdansk or Positano in the Summer?
Both Positano and Gdansk during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Positano in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Gdansk is cooler than Positano in the summer. The daily temperature in Gdansk averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Positano fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
In Positano, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Gdansk. In the summer, Gdansk often gets less sunshine than Positano. Gdansk gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Positano receives 313 hours of full sun.
Gdansk usually gets more rain in July than Positano. Gdansk gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Positano receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGdansk 17°C (63°F)Positano 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Positano in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Gdansk and Positano. Also, most visitors come to Positano for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Gdansk is much colder than Positano. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Gdansk in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Positano averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Gdansk usually receives less sunshine than Positano during autumn. Gdansk gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Positano receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Positano receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Gdansk usually receives less rain than Positano. Gdansk gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Positano receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGdansk 8°C (46°F)Positano 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Positano in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Gdansk as well as Positano. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Positano because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. In January, Gdansk is generally much colder than Positano. Daily temperatures in Gdansk average around -2°C (28°F), and Positano fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Gdansk often gets less sunshine than Positano. Gdansk gets 33 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Positano receives 115 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Positano. Gdansk usually gets less rain in January than Positano. Gdansk gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Positano receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGdansk -2°C (28°F)Positano 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Positano in the Spring?
Both Positano and Gdansk are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Positano this time of year.
Gdansk is much colder than Positano in the spring. The daily temperature in Gdansk averages around 6°C (43°F) in April, and Positano fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Gdansk usually receives less sunshine than Positano during spring. Gdansk gets 162 hours of sunny skies, while Positano receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Gdansk usually receives less rain than Positano. Gdansk gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Positano receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGdansk 6°C (43°F)Positano 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Positano and Gdansk
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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