Which place is cheaper, Naples or Setubal?
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 Setubal 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 Setubal and Naples can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Naples?
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
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 in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, 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 daySetubal €149Naples €158
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, 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 Setubal and Naples in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Naples €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Naples €132
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Naples
Looking for a hotel in Setubal 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: Setubal Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Naples €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $24
- Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach Taxi Boat Transfer Round Trip: $24
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $57
- Setúbal: Ilha Deserta Boat Transfer with Free Time: $29
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $102
- Transfers (Lisbon - Évora) / (Évora - Lisbon): $286
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:
- Private transfer to MATERA from NAPLES, SORRENTO or AMALFI COAST: $299
- Pompeii private small group tour - 4 hours including transfers: $299
- Private Transfer from Naples to Positano.: $299
- Private Transfer from Naples to Amalfi: $299
- Sorrento Private Transfer from to Naples Airport Train Station: $299
- Pompeii Tour from Naples with Private Transfer: $299
- Private transfer from Naples to the Amalfi Coast and Salerno: $299
- Naples Airport Train Station or Hotel to Massa Lubrense Private arrival Transfer: $299
- Private transfer from Naples Airport/Central Station to Positano: $287
- Private Transfer from Naples Central Station to Ravello: $287
- Private Transfer from Naples Airport to Sorrento: $287
- Transfer from Naples to Maiori or Maiori to Naples: $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Setubal or Naples?
Prices for flights to both Naples and Setubal 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 daySetubal €60Naples €69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Setubal
For Setubal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Evora Cooking Class & Wine Pairings in Fatima’s Home: $220
- Lisbon Guided Tour with Live Fado Show and Traditional Dinner : $225
- Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden: $279
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.Setubal €12Naples €30
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Secrets of Setúbal: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.17
- Evora from Celts to Romans: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.17
- Explore the Highlights of Evora: Self-Guided GPS and Audio Tour: $8.32
- Wines tour and tasting with history in Atalaia: $18
- Museu Nacional Frei Manuel do Cenáculo E Ticket and 2 Audio Tours: $25
- Underwater viewing tours along the coast of Sesimbra: $30
- Gatsby Experience: The Bartender Challenge: $30
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $30
- Kayaking experience on DE beaches DA Arrábida: $36
- Half-Day Kayak Tour in Sesimbra: $42
- Kayak tour in Sesimbra: $42
- Sesimbra : Guided Kayak Tour in Arrábida Natural Park & Caves : $42
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:
- From Naples Tour of Capri with Blue Grotto Included at 8.45: $233
- Pompeii and Vesuvius Day Trip from Naples with Skip The Line: $131
- Pompeii private tour: $161
- Positano & Sorrento Private Day Tour: $299
- Royal Palace of Caserta Private Tour for cruise ship : $179
- Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello Tour from Naples : $143
- Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide: $53
- (Ercolano) Herculaneum , Half Day Private Tour: $149
- 2-Hours Skip-the-Line Tour in Herculaneum: $66
- 2-hour Guided Tour of Ischia's Aragonese Castle: $54
- 4 Hours Vesuvius Volcano Tour: $84
- 6 Hours Naples City Centre and Underground Tour: $162
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySetubal €10Naples €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Workshop - Wine Tasting 101: $72
- Sesimbra: Half-Day Tour to Arrabida with Wine Tasting: $143
- Private Half Day Arrabida Tour with Wine Tasting in Sesimbra: $146
- Half Day Wine Tour Around Evora: $155
- Setúbal Wine Tour, famous Moscatel DE Setúbal: $209
- Lisbon Getaway: Private Arrabida Wine Tour with Cheese Tasting: $212
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 Setubal 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 Setubal Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Setubal or Naples?
Naples has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal 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 Setubal or Naples?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Setubal or Naples in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Naples. Additionally, many travelers come to Naples for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Naples. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 23°C (73°F), and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Naples. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Naples. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 313 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Naples. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Naples 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Naples in the Autumn?
Both Naples and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Naples in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Setubal is a little warmer than Naples in the autumn. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Naples fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Naples during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Naples. In October, Setubal usually receives less rain than Naples. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Naples receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Naples 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Naples in the Winter?
Both Naples and Setubal during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Naples for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Setubal is a little warmer than Naples. Typically, the winter temperatures in Setubal in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Naples averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Naples. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 115 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 Setubal. Setubal usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Naples. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Naples receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Naples 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Naples in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Naples. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Naples because of the activities around the city.
In April, Setubal is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 16°C (60°F), and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Naples during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Setubal usually receives less rain than Naples. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Naples receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Naples 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Naples and Setubal
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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