Which place is cheaper, Pompeii 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 Pompeii?
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 Pompeii can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Setubal or Pompeii?
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.
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 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, 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 daySetubal €149Pompeii €176
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €149, 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 Setubal and Pompeii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSetubal €59Pompeii €70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSetubal €118Pompeii €140
Compare Hotels in Setubal and Pompeii
Looking for a hotel in Setubal 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: Setubal Hotel Prices and Pompeii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Setubal €54Pompeii €54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers (Lisbon - Évora) / (Évora - Lisbon): $286
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $102
- Setúbal: Ilha Deserta Boat Transfer with Free Time: $29
- Sesimbra Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $57
- Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach Taxi Boat Transfer Round Trip: $24
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $24
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 Setubal or Pompeii?
Prices for flights to both Pompeii 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 €60Pompeii €61
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
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.Setubal €12Pompeii €77
Tours and Activities in Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Horse Carriage Tour on the Mountain in Palmela: $183
- Secrets of Setúbal: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.17
- Évora Catholic History Tour: $101
- Évora Cork and Castle Tour: $149
- Évora Jewish History Tour: $101
- Évora Private Walking Tour, By Local Guide: $56
- Évora or Montemor-o-Novo: Guided Tour to Escoural Caves: $30
- Évora: Private Walking Tour: $117
- 4x4 Tour to the Wonders of Cabo Espichel : $60
- 4x4 and Boat Tour in Arrabida Natural Park: $108
- Arrábida - Sesimbra: Nature Jeep Tour: $65
- Arrábida Kayak Tour with Secret Beaches & Beach Picnic: $185
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 daySetubal €10Pompeii €7.31
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
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 Setubal and Pompeii, we can see that Pompeii is more expensive. And not only is Setubal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Setubal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Setubal 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 Setubal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Pompeii Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Setubal 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 Setubal or Pompeii in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Pompeii. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Pompeii this time of year.
In July, Setubal is generally around the same temperature as Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 23°C (73°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pompeii this time of the year. In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during summer. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Pompeii receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Setubal usually receives less rain than Pompeii. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Pompeii receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySetubal 23°C (73°F)Pompeii 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Pompeii in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Pompeii.
Setubal is a little warmer than Pompeii in the autumn. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Pompeii fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Setubal this time of the year. In the autumn, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pompeii. Setubal usually gets less rain in October than Pompeii. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 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 OctoberSetubal 19°C (66°F)Pompeii 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Pompeii in the Winter?
Both Pompeii and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Pompeii in the winter for the museums.
In the winter, Setubal is a little warmer than Pompeii. Typically, the winter temperatures in Setubal in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Pompeii averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Pompeii during winter. Setubal gets 144 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. It's quite rainy in Setubal. In January, Setubal usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pompeii. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 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 JanuarySetubal 12°C (53°F)Pompeii 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Setubal or Pompeii in the Spring?
Both Pompeii and Setubal during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Setubal is generally a little warmer than Pompeii. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 16°C (60°F), and Pompeii fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the spring, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Pompeii. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pompeii receives 189 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in April than Pompeii. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 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 AprilSetubal 16°C (60°F)Pompeii 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pompeii 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) |
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.