Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Antalya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Antalya or Olympos? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Antalya and Olympos in more detail.
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Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Olympos, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Olympos. The summer months attract visitors to Antalya because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Antalya is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Antalya in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Antalya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antalya usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during summer. Antalya gets 376 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antalya usually receives less rain than Olympos. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Olympos. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
In October, Antalya is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 21°C (69°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antalya this time of the year. In the autumn, Antalya often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Antalya gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Olympos and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Antalya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Antalya is around the same temperature as Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 11°C (51°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Antalya usually receives more sunshine than Olympos during winter. Antalya gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Antalya. In January, Antalya usually receives more rain than Olympos. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Olympos and Antalya during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Antalya in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Antalya is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Antalya in April average around 16°C (62°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Antalya. In the spring, Antalya often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Antalya gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Antalya usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Antalya | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |