Should you visit Arachova or Thessaloniki?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Arachova or Thessaloniki, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Arachova
A mountain town in the western part of Boeotia, Greece, Arachova has become a popular tourist destination for its traditions, proximity to Delphi, and its location in the mountains. The panoramic views of the valley, picturesque cobblestone streets, signature bell tower, and mazes of curious architecture all add to the allure of the place. Local customs are celebrated annually in honor of the patron Saint George on April 23rd.
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and serves as the capital city of the Central Macedonia region. It also has a rich history dating back more than 3,000 years. As a visitor, you'll find that the city has been touched by the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires, all of which left their mark. In particular, the many Byzantine churches are quite impressive, with some of them listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Which city is cheaper, Thessaloniki or Arachova?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Arachova is €90, while the average daily cost in Thessaloniki is €107. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Arachova and Thessaloniki in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Arachova is about €80 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about €126 in Thessaloniki For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
In Arachova travelers spend around €23 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
The average traveler spends about €33 per day in Thessaloniki for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Arachova €23
Thessaloniki €33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Thessaloniki
For Thessaloniki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Thessaloniki City Morning Walking Food Tour:
$58
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Dinner with a view in the historic center of Thessaloniki:
$79
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Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs:
$137
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Arachova is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €41 per person, per day, on local transportation in Arachova.
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Thessaloniki than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €11 on transportation in Thessaloniki on average per day.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arachova
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arachova:
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Private Transfer From Delphi To Athens:
$187
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Thessaloniki
Also for Thessaloniki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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One Way Private Transfer from SKG Apt to or from Thessaloniki City Center:
$40
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Private Airport Round-trip Transfer: Thessaloniki Airport - Thessaloniki City:
$44
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Private Airport Transfer: Thessaloniki Int. Airport (SKG) to Thessaloniki:
$18
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Private Airport Transfer: from Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki Int. Airport (SKG):
$18
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Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport to Thessaloniki City:
$22
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Private Arrival Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport to Halkidiki Area:
$87
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Private Departure Transfer from Thessaloniki City Center To Thessaloniki Airport:
$22
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Private Departure Transfer: Thessaloniki City to Thessaloniki Airport:
$22
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Private Minivan Transfer to Meteora and back from Thessaloniki:
$467
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Private Transfer From Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Katerini - Litochoro:
$174
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Private Transfer From Thessaloniki To Athens:
$373
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Private Transfer From Thessaloniki/SKG Airport to Athens-ATH Airport-Pireaus:
$627
Is it cheaper to fly into Arachova or Thessaloniki?
Prices for flights to both Thessaloniki and Arachova 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Arachova typically cost an average of €22 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Sightseeing expenses in Thessaloniki, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €21 per day, per person.
Tours and Activities in Thessaloniki
For Thessaloniki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$16
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City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$24
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Open Markets Food Tasting Tour:
$38
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Customized Private Walking Tour with a Local:
$38
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Thessaloniki Half-Day Tour and Archaeological Museum Visit:
$45
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Half-Day Private Tour in Olympus Mountain:
$50
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Day Trip to Ouranoupoli with Mt. Athos Cruise:
$50
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Historic Walking Tour:
$58
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Pella and Vergina Full-Day Tour from Thessaloniki:
$70
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Athos Peninsula Day Cruise from Thessaloniki:
$73
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Jewish Sights – Thessaloniki Private City Tour:
$75
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Private hiking tour to Olympus mountain:
$81
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Arachova may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €5.14 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Typically, people visiting Thessaloniki spend on average €12 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Thessaloniki
Also in Thessaloniki, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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From Full-Day Private Group Wine Tour:
$478
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Private tour: Full day Wine tasting Naousa & Ag. Nikolaos:
$535
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arachova and Thessaloniki, we can see that Thessaloniki is more expensive. And not only is Arachova much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Arachova would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Arachova 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 Thessaloniki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Thessaloniki than you might in Arachova.
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