Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Athens or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Athens and Olympos. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Athens or Olympos?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
Olympos
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 Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAthens €127Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €127, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Athens and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Athens and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Olympos? 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Olympos €28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Paros: Helicopter Transfer to Greek Islands or Athens: $2,695
- From Meteora Private Day Trip with Transfer: $1,048
- From Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Private Transfer: $461
- Private Transfer to/from Volos: $449
- From Private Cape Sounion Sunset Tour with Transfer: $299
- Transfer from Athens airport to Epidavros up to 4 customers: $298
- Athens Airport to Kyllini Transfer or from Kyllini to Athens: $291
- Private Transfer From Athens To Lefkada: $284
- Private Transfer From Athens To Meteora - Kalabaka: $273
- Private Transfer through Athens Attractions at Night: $273
- Vip Transfer From/To Athens Center - Lavrio Port: $273
- Private Transfer From Athens To Ancient Olympia: $262
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Athens 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 dayAthens €37Olympos €28
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Street Food Tour Market & City Centre: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $46
- Greek Street Food Tour: $51
- Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries: $52
- Middle-eastern Cuisine Cooking Class with Meal: $52
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide and 7 Tastings: $57
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $60
- Alternative, truly authentic food tour in secret Athens: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Class with Meal: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Classes in Athina: $64
- Light Lunch Tasting & Cooking Demo: $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Acropolis/Athens Highlights Private Evening Tour (5 hours) from Athens, Piraeus: $87
- Ancient Corinth Canal Epidavrous Nafplio Private Tour 8Hours: $180
- Apostle Paul's Footsteps in Athens Christian Private Tour 5Hours: $142
- Delphi full day V.R audio guided tour with entry ticket: $48
- EPIDAURUS & NAFPLIO : Private Full Day Tour From Athens 6 Hours : $173
- Full Day Tour in Athens with Lunch: $147
- Half Day Private Tour on Highlights of Classical Athens: $158
- Layover Private Tour in Athens: $245
- Mycenae Lions Gate Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Private Tour 8H : $191
- Self-Guided Tour at the Romantic Island of Hydra from Athens: $284
- Traditional Villages Full day Tour in Santorini: $59
- "Acropolis Half-day Tour and City Visit": $168
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- 2 Hour Olympos Cable Car Tour to Tahtali Mountains from Kemer: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $17
- Greek Wine Tasting: $23
- Premium Wine Tastings: $35
- Greek Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $43
- Athens Wine Tasting: $44
- Old Town Athens Wine Tasting: $52
- Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $52
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $53
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $53
- Greek food and wine tasting: $53
- Rare Greek Wine Tasting w/Sommelier by the Acropolis: $59
- Wine Tasting and Storytelling in a Historical Square in Athina: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Olympos, we can see that Athens 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 Athens would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Athens 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 Athens Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Athens or Olympos?
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 Athens or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Athens this time of year.
In the summer, Athens is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Athens in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. Athens usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Athens usually receives less rain than Olympos. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Athens or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Athens during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Athens for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Athens is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 19°C (67°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Athens. In the autumn, Athens often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Athens or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Olympos. Many visitors come to Athens in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Athens is around the same temperature as Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Athens usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during winter. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Athens usually receives more rain than Olympos. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Athens or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Athens as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Athens for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Athens is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Athens in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Athens this time of the year. In the spring, Athens often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Athens
| Athens | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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