Which place is cheaper, Paris or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Paris can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Paris?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $92Paris $249
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Paris is $249. 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 Bodrum and Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Paris $162
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Paris $324
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Paris? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Paris $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Seferihisar: $218
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $202
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $174
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $174
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Kusadasi: $131
- Bodrum Akyarlar Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $125
- Transfer From Bodrum Milas Airport to Soke (Söke): $125
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $114
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Marmaris Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Yalikavak Hotels: $104
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Turgutreis Hotels: $101
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$6.86
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Train from Airport$9.64
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Metro tickets$7.29
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Train$21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,567
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,390
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,389
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $962
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $962
- Private Transfer from Paris City to Le Havre: $273
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Round Trip Transfer to/from Paris: $272
- Private transfer from Beauvais airport to Paris or back: $268
- Private Transfer to or from Beauvais Airport: $267
- Private Transfer between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Paris by Van: $262
- Private Direct Transfer From Paris to Reims: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $24Paris $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $44
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $104
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $125
- Bodrum Market Visit and Cooking Class: $128
- Bodrum Vineyard Tour with Dinner and Wine Pairing: $128
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $131
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $174
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $221
- Shore Excursions - Istanbul by Night: Turkish Food Tour: $252
- Private Vineyard Tour with Dinner Under the Stars in Karnas: $291
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $320
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $368
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$8.57
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Breakfast$7.50
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Breakfast for 2$32
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Dinner on River Cruise$92
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Dinner$61
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Cheese$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Hard Rock Cafe Paris with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner : $33
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $44
- No Diet Club - A selection of the best pizzas in Paris !: $45
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $68
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Dinner with Customized Wine Selection: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Paris $83
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- 2 Hours Private Sightseeing and Walking Tour in Bodrum: $106
- A Breathtaking Pamukkale Day Tour from Bodrum: $278
- All Inclusive Private BODRUM to Ephesus, Mary's House, Lunch Tour: $299
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Virgin Mary's House from Bodrum: $104
- Blue cruise around Bodrum bays: $28
- Boat tour: Bodrum Private Boat Tour for Cruise Customers: $801
- Bodrum ↔ Gulf of Gökova | Cabin Charter Cruise: $941
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Buggy Safari Tours: $57
- Bodrum City Sightseeing Walk: $150
- Bodrum City Tour: 5-Hour Private Excursion with Lunch: $267
- Bodrum City Walking Morning Sightseeing Tour: $213
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$19
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Admission to Pantheon$5.36
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Catacombs (2)$25
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- Île de la Cité: Guided Tour + Sainte-Chapelle Fast Track Entry: $55
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris City Center Self-Guided Walking Tour : $11
- Paris Entrance Ticket to the Aura Invalides Immersive Show: $24
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $250
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $148
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $75
- Virtual reality experience in Paris: $33
- Île de la Cité - Sainte-Chapelle & Conciergerie Tour Private Tour: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Paris $26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $11
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $22
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $32
- Paris Craft gin distillery guided Tour & Tasting in English: $32
- Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $33
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $43
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Paris, we can see that Paris is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Paris, 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 Bodrum or Paris?
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 Bodrum or Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Paris in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Bodrum is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 27°C (81°F), and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Paris. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Paris in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Paris. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Paris. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Paris because of the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
The weather in Paris can be very cold. In the winter, Bodrum is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bodrum in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Paris averages at about 5°C (40°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Paris. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Paris. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
In April, Bodrum is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 15°C (59°F), and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Paris. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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