Which place is cheaper, Budva or Pompeii?
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 Pompeii or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pompeii and Budva can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Budva?
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.
Budva
A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Pompeii Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €176Budva €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €176, while the average daily cost in Budva is €113. 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 Pompeii and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Budva €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Budva €74
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Budva? 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 and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Budva €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Ravello: deluxe transfer to Naples By English speaking driver.: $78
- Private Transfer from Naples to Amalfi with Pick Up: $159
- Private Transfer from Naples to Pompei or Vice Versa: $60
- Private Transfer from Naples to Positano: $159
- Private transfer from Naples to Positano and vice versa: $119
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $133
- Tour of Pompeii for families with Transfer from Naples & Sorrento: $214
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $133
- Transfer from Naples to Amalfi or Ravello: $119
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $119
- Transfer from Ravello to Naples and vice versa: $273
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:
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Daily Car Rental€65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Pompeii 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 dayPompeii €61Budva €53
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.Pompeii €77Budva €22
Tours and Activities in Pompeii
For Pompeii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Pompeii’s Secret Tales Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.15
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Pompei: $9.53
- Pompeii Virtual Museum Entrance Ticket: $14
- The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of A Self-Guided Tour: $20
- PompeiI Exclusive Tour with your Archaeologist in a Small Group : $30
- Tour with Archaeologist Guide & Skip-the-Line Entry: $30
- The Archaeological Site of Pompei the Official Entry Ticket: $30
- Pompeii Walking Tour: $30
- Skip-the-Line Pompeii Admission Ticket: Walk Through History: $32
- Pompeii - Small Group tour w/an Archaeologist/Skip the line: $32
- Pompeii Ticket with Optional Guided Tour: $33
- Guided tour of Pompeii with a local guide: $36
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Swimming and Boat Tour Trsteno Beach Budva: $179
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Adrenaline Speedboat Tours through the Bay of Kotor: $118
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Budva 1 hour Private walking tour: $85
- Budva Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Sightseeing: $76
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
- Budva old town private tour: $236
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- City Private Tour: $138
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPompeii €7.31Budva €14
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 Pompeii and Budva, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Budva much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budva would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budva 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 Budva.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pompeii Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
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.