Which place is cheaper, Pompeii or Gran Canaria?
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 Gran Canaria or Pompeii?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Pompeii? 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: Gran Canaria or Pompeii?
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to 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 dayGran Canaria €150Pompeii €176
The average daily cost (per person) in Gran Canaria is €150, while the average daily cost in Pompeii is €176. 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 Gran Canaria and Pompeii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGran Canaria €63Pompeii €70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGran Canaria €126Pompeii €140
Compare Hotels in Gran Canaria and Pompeii
Looking for a hotel in Gran Canaria 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: Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gran Canaria €46Pompeii €54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Gran Canaria Port to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): $75
- Playa del Ingles to Gran Canaria Airport(LPA)- Departure Transfer: $59
- Playa Del Ingles: Discover Scuba Diving - Free Transfers: $105
- Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer: $153
- Las Palmas to Gran Canaria Port - Departure Private Transfer : $75
- Grand Island Tour by Bus with Transfers: $52
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Teror to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tauro to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $100
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tarajalillo to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Inglés to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Cura to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Águila to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Ravello to Naples and vice versa: $273
- Tour of Pompeii for families with Transfer from Naples & Sorrento: $214
- Private Transfer from Naples to Amalfi with Pick Up: $159
- Private Transfer from Naples to Positano: $159
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $133
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $133
- Private transfer from Naples to Positano and vice versa: $119
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $119
- Transfer from Naples to Amalfi or Ravello: $119
- private transfer from Naples to Sorrento: $113
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $95
- From Ravello: deluxe transfer to Naples By English speaking driver.: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Gran Canaria or Pompeii?
Prices for flights to both Pompeii and Gran Canaria 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 dayGran Canaria €59Pompeii €61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gran Canaria
For Gran Canaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Origen Dinner Show at Sala Scala: $73
- Sunset Tour with Champagne & Optional Dinner.: $81
- Gran Canaria Food Tour with Distillery Visit and Local Lunch: $105
- Sala Scala Gran Canaria Dinner Show : $110
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: $50
- Dinner at a Winery on the Slopes of Mount Vesuvius: $60
- Italian cooking class and lunch near the Pompeii excavations: $124
- guided tour of the ruins and cooking class fresh pasta : $179
- Pompei tour with a 2000 years roman dinner: $197
- Private market tour and cooking class with lunch or dinner in Pompei: $225
- Private Hands-on Italian Cooking Class in Pompeii with Sabrina: $250
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gran Canaria €20Pompeii €77
Tours and Activities in Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- Firgas, Tejeda, Guayadeque - VIP Tour Gran Canaria: $59
- Gran Canaria 7 Highlights Small Group Tour with Tapas Picnic: $117
- 1 hour relaxing horse riding tour in Gran Canaria: $41
- 2 hours Green Mountains Horse Riding Tour: $100
- 2-Hour Segway Tour: Maspalomas Dunes, Playa Ingles,S.Agustin: $70
- 3 Wheel Motorcycle like Quad/Buggy Tour Gran Canaria (Maspalomas): $90
- 3-Hour Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo: $80
- 3-Hour Sunset Climbing Adventure Experience: $78
- 3-Hours Astronomy Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo Mountains: $71
- 30 minutes tour with 2 jetskis in Maspalomas: $188
- 4 Hour Boat Tour with Snorkeling from Puerto Rico and Mogan: $90
- 7-hour Hop on Hop off Tour of Historic Gran Canaria: $84
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Percy Jackson and Roman Gods in Pompeii Tour for Kids: $221
- Pompeii Day Tour: $106
- Pompeii Private Tour with Expert Guide : $98
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Pompeii for Journey Through Time: $215
- 2 and a half hours exclusive guided tour of Pompeii ruins: $239
- 2 hours Pompeii Tour with Local Historian - Ticket Included: $56
- 2,5-Hour Kid-Friendly Pompeii Walking Tour for Families and Schools : $225
- 2.5-Hour Guided Tour of Pompeii with an Archaeologist: $70
- A Vintage Vespa Tour at the Base of Mount Vesuvius from Pompeii: $268
- Afternoon to Sunset Pompei Guided Tour w/Ticket & Wine: $119
- Amalfi Hiking in Ferriere Valley Nature Reserve- private tour: $155
- Ancient Pompeii Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Service: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGran Canaria €7.14Pompeii €7.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery: $13
- Las Palmas: Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town: $47
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town of Las Palmas: $48
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $58
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $65
- Private GRAN CANARIA WINE TASTING, TAPAS lunch & best sightseeing: $247
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: $57
- Wine Tasting and Winery Tour in Vesuvio National Park with Lunch: $82
- Superior Wine Tasting with Lunch on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius: $84
- Wine Tasting & Lunch by the Roman Necropolis of Pompeii: $89
- Seafood Lunch & Wine Tasting with Scenic Golf Cart Tour: $95
- From Vineyard to Table: Wine Tasting & Neapolitan Lunch in Pompei: $101
- Pompeii Tour & Lunch with Wine Tasting Experience: $107
- Explore Private Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch: $215
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gran Canaria and Pompeii, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Gran Canaria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gran Canaria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Pompeii Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria or Pompeii in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Gran Canaria and Pompeii. Also, many travelers come to Pompeii for the family-friendly experiences.
Gran Canaria is around the same temperature as Pompeii in the summer. The daily temperature in Gran Canaria averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Pompeii fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pompeii this time of the year. In Gran Canaria, it's very sunny this time of the year. Gran Canaria usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pompeii during summer. Gran Canaria gets 293 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Gran Canaria usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGran Canaria 23°C (73°F)Pompeii 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Pompeii in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Gran Canaria as well as Pompeii.
In the autumn, Gran Canaria is a little warmer than Pompeii. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Gran Canaria in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Pompeii averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gran Canaria this time of the year. In the autumn, Gran Canaria often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. Gran Canaria usually gets less rain in October than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 16 mm (0.6 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 OctoberGran Canaria 23°C (73°F)Pompeii 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Pompeii in the Winter?
Both Pompeii and Gran Canaria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Pompeii for the museums during these months.
In January, Gran Canaria is generally much warmer than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Gran Canaria average around 18°C (64°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Gran Canaria usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during winter. Gran Canaria gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pompeii. In January, Gran Canaria usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 25 mm (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 JanuaryGran Canaria 18°C (64°F)Pompeii 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Pompeii in the Spring?
Both Pompeii and Gran Canaria during the spring are popular places to visit.
Gran Canaria is a little warmer than Pompeii in the spring. The daily temperature in Gran Canaria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Pompeii fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Gran Canaria. In the spring, Gran Canaria often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Gran Canaria usually gets less rain in April than Pompeii. Gran Canaria gets 6 mm (0.2 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 AprilGran Canaria 19°C (66°F)Pompeii 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pompeii and Gran Canaria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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