Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen?
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 Puerto del Carmen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pompeii or Puerto del Carmen?
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.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPompeii €176Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Pompeii is €176, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPompeii €70Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPompeii €140Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Pompeii and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Pompeii or Puerto del Carmen? 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 Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pompeii €54Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pompeii
Also for Pompeii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from Naples to Sorrento: $113
- Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori: $95
- Transfer from Ravello to Naples and vice versa: $273
- Transfer from Pompeii to Naples or viceversa: $119
- Transfer from Naples to Amalfi or Ravello: $119
- Transfer Ravello to Naples: $133
- Tour of Pompeii for families with Transfer from Naples & Sorrento: $214
- Private transfer from Ravello to Naples: $133
- Private transfer from Naples to Positano and vice versa: $119
- Private Transfer from Naples to Positano: $159
- Private Transfer from Naples to Pompei or Vice Versa: $60
- Private Transfer from Naples to Amalfi with Pick Up: $159
Is it cheaper to fly into Pompeii or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen 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 €61Puerto del Carmen €89
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 €77Puerto del Carmen €17
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
Tours and Activities in Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPompeii €7.31Puerto del Carmen €60
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 Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Pompeii much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pompeii would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pompeii 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Pompeii.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pompeii Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen 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.