Which place is cheaper, Naples or Santander?
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 Santander or Naples?
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 Santander and Naples can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Santander or Naples?
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
Naples
Naples is the most populous city in southern Italy. The city sits against the Bay of Naples, and is in close proximity to Mount Vesuvius, which is most famous for its eruption in 79 AD which destroyed the communities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Naples has a wonderfully sunny, Mediterranean climate, some great beaches, and beautiful architecture. The historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and because city officials have established strict building codes there is almost no condo style development along the coast. This helps Naples to maintain its authentic and historic atmosphere.
Many people love Naples for its history and authenticity, while others complain that it is noisy, crowded, and dirty. You can visibly see that the poverty in Southern Italy is higher than in the northern part of the country. Traffic is also chaotic, but what some travelers consider flaws, others see as benefits. Nobody can deny that Naples is truly an authentic Italian city. It has some of the country's best food and wine, the weather is ideal, and the prices are far cheaper than the northern regions. It has a large number of attractions in the form of museums and galleries, and there are some of the world's best ruins in nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantander €138Naples €158
The average daily cost (per person) in Santander is €138, while the average daily cost in Naples is €158. 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 Santander and Naples in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantander €51Naples €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantander €102Naples €132
Compare Hotels in Santander and Naples
Looking for a hotel in Santander or Naples? 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: Santander Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santander €24Naples €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $290
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $290
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $39
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $39
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Naples
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Naples:
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Subway Ticket€1.20
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Alibus From Airport€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€7.34
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Train to Pompeii€3.20
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Taxi€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naples
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naples:
- Sorrento from Naples Airport Private Transfer : $239
- Transfer from Naples to Positano/Sorrento via Pompeii or vice versa: $209
- Airport Transfer: $204
- Amalfi : Private Transfer from Naples visit Pompeii: $119
- Aragonese Castle with Hydrofoil Transfer from Naples Ticket: $84
- Arrival Private Transfers : Naples Airport NAP to Naples City in Luxury Van: $125
- Caserta Royal Palace Guided Tour with Transfers from Naples: $131
- Deluxe private transfer NAPLES Train Station to SORRENTO or vv: $112
- Deluxe private transfer NAPLES Train Station to SORRENTO or vv: $119
- Deluxe private transfer from NAPLES TO POSITANO or vv : $185
- Departure Transfer: Naples to Naples Airport NAP by Luxury Van : $112
- Direct transfer from Naples to Caserta with private local driver: $114
Is it cheaper to fly into Santander or Naples?
Prices for flights to both Naples and Santander 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 daySantander €70Naples €69
Typical Food Prices in Naples
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Naples:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€28
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€49
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Napoli Pizza€7.24
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Dinner€25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Naples.
- Naples Pizza Origins Exploration Game and Foodie Tour: $5.96
- Naples Street Eats : Authentic Walking Food Tour Experience: $45
- Naples Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert: $45
- Naples Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing with Local Expert: $45
- Authentic pizza making class with free pizza and limoncello : $48
- Tasty Naples Street Food Tour of MustEat Gourmet Specialties and MustSee Sites: $50
- Eating Naples Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $50
- Naples Street Food Tour: Discover Local Flavors with Expert Guide: $50
- Authentic Naples Street Food Tour With Local Expert Guide : $50
- Eat and Visit Naples City Street Food Tour with Local Expert: $50
- Naples Pizza Class: Learn, Bake & Eat the Authentic Pizza Taste: $55
- Authentic Margherita Pizza Making Class in Naples: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santander €18Naples €30
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Santander Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $5.77
- Guided tour of Santander Cathedral: $14
- The El Centro Botin Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $15
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $17
- Guided tour in English of the center of Santander: $20
- El Sardinero Stadium Guided Tour: $21
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $30
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Train: $31
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Guided kayak tour of Santander Bay with a tour guide.: $41
- Guided Tour by Electric Bike: $65
- Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum with tickets- small groups: $72
Typical Entertainment Prices in Naples
Here are a few typical costs in Naples for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Museo Archeologico Nazionale Entrance€9.00
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Castelnuovo Museum Entrance€5.00
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Entrance to Pompeii€11
Tours and Activities in Naples
Here are a few actual costs in Naples for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Naples Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Naples Saint Elmo's Castle Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $8.96
- Naples from Ancient Greece to today: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Castel Sant'Elmo Naples Entry Ticket: $13
- Naples Underground Official Skip-the-line Ticket: $18
- Tour Journey into the historical Neapolitan glove factory: $18
- Campano Amphitheatre Entry Ticket: $20
- Naples Historic Center 3D Walking Tour: $22
- Naples Historical and Street Art Walking Tour: $23
- Escape Tour Naples Self-Guided City Game Find the Secret Exit: $24
- Napulitanata: Traditional Neapolitan Music Concert Ticket: $24
- Mount Vesuvius Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio Guide: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantander €14Naples €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Santander
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Santander:
- Wine Tourism and Cheese in Cantabria: $209
Typical Alcohol Prices in Naples
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Naples:
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Beer€4.10
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Beer€4.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Naples
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Naples:
- Napoli Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $18
- Vesuvius wine tasting with company tour: $35
- Visit to the Cellar and Wine Tasting on Astroni Crater: $48
- Regional food and wine tasting: $59
- Guided, FUN Wine Tasting with Trivia Games, Napoli: $78
- Guided Wine Tour in Old Town Napoli: $100
- Naples by Night Food and Wine Tasting with Sightseeing Guided Tour: $106
- Scenic Wine Tasting & Lunch on the Slopes of Vesuvius from Naples: $108
- Wine Tasting - Tour and Tasting in Vesuvius Winemaker: $108
- Pompeii Tour, Lunch and Vesuvius Wine Tasting: $137
- Vesuvius Wine Tasting Tour with Typical Lunch on the Slopes: $143
- Tour of Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii w/ Lunch & Wine tasting: $145
When comparing the travel costs between Santander and Naples, we can see that Naples is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santander Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santander or Naples?
Naples has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Santander and Naples, 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 Santander or Naples?
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 Santander or Naples in the Summer?
Both Naples and Santander are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Naples for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Santander is cooler than Naples in the summer. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Naples. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Santander. Santander usually receives less sunshine than Naples during summer. Santander gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Santander usually receives more rain than Naples. Santander gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySantander 19°C (66°F)Naples 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Santander or Naples in the Autumn?
Both Naples and Santander during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Naples in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Santander is around the same temperature as Naples. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Santander in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Naples averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In the autumn, Santander often gets less sunshine than Naples. Santander gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun.
Naples gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Santander. Santander usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Naples. Santander gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Naples receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSantander 16°C (60°F)Naples 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Santander or Naples in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Santander and Naples. Furthermore, most visitors come to Naples for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Santander is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 9°C (49°F), and Naples fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Naples during winter. Santander gets 91 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
Naples receives a lot of rain in the winter. Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Santander usually receives more rain than Naples. Santander gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Naples receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySantander 9°C (49°F)Naples 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Santander or Naples in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Santander as well as Naples. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Naples because of the activities around the city.
Santander is around the same temperature as Naples in the spring. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Santander often gets less sunshine than Naples. Santander gets 148 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun.
Santander receives a lot of rain in the spring. Santander usually gets more rain in April than Naples. Santander gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Naples receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSantander 12°C (53°F)Naples 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Naples and Santander
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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