A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Gijon vs. Amalfi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Gijon or Amalfi?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gijon or Amalfi, 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: Gijon or Amalfi?

Gijon

Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.

Amalfi

The town of Amalfi is at the heart of the Amalfi Coast, a region of Italy known for dramatic coastline, ritzy hotels, delicious food, and warm weather. Amalfi was the capital of a small republic in the middle ages known as the Duchy of Amalfi, when it dominated the seas by trade and power. Later, in the early 20th century, the town and the region became known as a place where wealthy travelers would spend their vacations.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Amalfi or Gijon?

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

  • Gijon Prices
    Spain Prices
    Amalfi Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Gijon 142
    Amalfi 246

The average daily cost (per person) in Gijon is €142, while the average daily cost in Amalfi is €246. 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 Gijon and Amalfi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Gijon 80
    Amalfi 98
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Gijon 160
    Amalfi 196
Compare Hotels in Gijon and Amalfi

Looking for a hotel in Gijon or Amalfi? 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 Gijon


Hotels in Amalfi


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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: Amalfi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Gijon 9.69
    Amalfi 67

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:

  • Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $109

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amalfi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amalfi:


  • Bus
    4.00
  • Train to Naples
    14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amalfi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amalfi:

  • Private Transfer from Amalfi to Ravello: $90
  • Private Transfer from Salerno to Paestum Archaeological Park: $96
  • Private Transfer from Paestum Archaeological Park to Salerno: $96
  • Private Transfer from Ravello to Naples : $108
  • Transfer from Salerno or Vietri Sul Mare to Naples or Vice Versa: $111
  • Private Transfer: From Amalfi to Sorrento with hotel pick-up and drop-off: $112
  • Private Transfer from the Amalfi Coast: $114
  • Private Transfer from Salerno Cruise Port to Naples City Hotels: $114
  • Amalfi to Napoli Airport (NAP) - Departure Private Transfer: $115
  • private transfer from priano to naples : $119
  • Private Transfers Amalfi Coast or viceversa: $119
  • Private transfer Naples Amalfi / Ravello or vice versa: $120

Is it cheaper to fly into Gijon or Amalfi?

Prices for flights to both Amalfi and Gijon 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
    Gijon 54
    Amalfi 108
Typical Food Prices in Gijon

Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:


  • Lunch for 2
    22

Typical Food Prices in Amalfi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amalfi:


  • Dinner
    35
  • Snacks
    4.00
  • Bread
    1.00
  • Dinner
    41

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amalfi

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amalfi.

  • Hands-On Pizza Making Class & Farmhouse Tour with Sea Views : $66
  • OnLine Genuine Cooking Class: $81
  • Lunch or dinner and cooking demo at a local home in Cava de' Tirreni: $102
  • Cortecorbo winery: Pizza Cooking class, lunch & wine tasting : $120
  • Authentic Cooking with Locals: Meal, Wine & Scenic Views : $146
  • Hands-On Cooking Class & Farmhouse Tour on the Amalfi Coast: $154
  • Cooking Class on the Amalfi Coast with Tasting Included: $155
  • Amalfi Coast experience: Lemons' Pathway and dinner: $158
  • I offer cooking lesson of Amalfi tradition: $167
  • Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Agropoli: $174
  • Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting:Vietri Sul Mare: $174
  • Cooking class: Pasta & Tiramisù with lunch in Amalfi Coast!: $178

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Gijon 12
    Amalfi 27

Tours and Activities in Gijon

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:

  • Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $5.15
  • Tour to Lakes of Covadonga, Onís Cangas and Ballasts from Gijón: $56
  • Private Tour of Gijón: $87
  • Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $102
  • Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $211
  • Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $228

Tours and Activities in Amalfi

Here are a few actual costs in Amalfi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Amalfi Coast at Your Pace: The Essential Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
  • Self-Guided Walking Tour of Amalfi with Quizzes: $6.69
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Amalfi Coast: $9.55
  • Amalfi Limoncello Factory Group Tours: $24
  • Ticket Entrance to Vesuvius National Park skip The Line + support: $24
  • Running tour: $39
  • Lemon and Views : Amalfi Monumental Garden Tour: $42
  • Discover Salerno: Walking Tour with an Expert Local Guide: $42
  • From Coast & Furore Fjord Boat Tour with Swim Break: $43
  • Paestum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist: $47
  • Ancient Paestum Private Guided Tour with Phd Archeologist: $48
  • Walking Tour Vietri Sul Mare: ceramics town on the Amalfi Coast: $48

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Gijon 14
    Amalfi 20

Typical Alcohol Prices in Amalfi

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Amalfi from other travelers:


  • Wine
    6.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Amalfi

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

  • Tenuta San Francesco Wine Tasting: $84
  • Sunsets Wine Tasting at Tagliafierro Winery: $90
  • Wine tasting at the Apicella winery: $102
  • Wine Tasting Cantina Apicella with lunch: $203
  • Half-Day Irpinia Wine Tour from SALERNO: $211
  • Amalfi Coast vintage tour with cheese and wine tastings: $251
  • Pompeii and Wine Tasting from Amalfi Coast: $286


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

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


Which is Bigger, Gijon or Amalfi?

Gijon has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Amalfi. When comparing the sizes of Gijon and Amalfi, 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 Gijon or Amalfi?

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 Gijon or Amalfi in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Gijon and Amalfi. Also, many travelers come to Amalfi for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Gijon is generally cooler than Amalfi. Daily temperatures in Gijon average around 19°C (65°F), and Amalfi fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amalfi this time of the year. In Gijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Amalfi during summer. Gijon gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Amalfi receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Gijon usually receives more rain than Amalfi. Gijon gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Gijon 19°C (65°F) 
    Amalfi 23°C (74°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Amalfi in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Gijon as well as Amalfi. Also, many visitors come to Amalfi in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Gijon is around the same temperature as Amalfi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Gijon averages around 16°C (60°F) in October, and Amalfi fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

In the autumn, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Amalfi. Gijon gets 138 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amalfi receives 189 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Amalfi. Gijon usually gets less rain in October than Amalfi. Gijon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Gijon 16°C (60°F) 
    Amalfi 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Amalfi in the Winter?

Both Amalfi and Gijon are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Amalfi for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

In the winter, Gijon is a little warmer than Amalfi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Gijon in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Amalfi averages at about 8°C (47°F).

Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Amalfi during winter. Gijon gets 95 hours of sunny skies, while Amalfi receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Amalfi. It's quite rainy in Gijon. In January, Gijon usually receives less rain than Amalfi. Gijon gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Gijon 10°C (49°F) 
    Amalfi 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Gijon or Amalfi in the Spring?

Both Amalfi and Gijon during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Amalfi because of the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Gijon is generally cooler than Amalfi. Daily temperatures in Gijon average around 11°C (53°F), and Amalfi fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the spring, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Amalfi. Gijon gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amalfi receives 189 hours of full sun.

Gijon usually gets more rain in April than Amalfi. Gijon gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Amalfi receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Gijon 11°C (53°F) 
    Amalfi 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Amalfi and Gijon

Gijon Amalfi
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 8°C (47°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 89 mm (3.5 in) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 11°C (51°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Apr 11°C (53°F) 92 mm (3.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
May 14°C (56°F) 77 mm (3 in) 17°C (63°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 21°C (69°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Jul 19°C (65°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 23°C (74°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 24°C (74°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sep 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 21°C (70°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Oct 16°C (60°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Nov 12°C (54°F) 125 mm (4.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Dec 10°C (51°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 9°C (49°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)