Which place is cheaper, Reims or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bodrum or Reims?
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 Reims 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 Reims?
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.
Reims
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
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 $92Reims $140
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Reims is $140. 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 Reims in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $48Reims $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $96Reims $142
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Reims
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Reims? 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 Reims Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $24Reims $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum City by Minibus: $74
- Bodrum Adventures ATV Quad Safari Tour with Roundtrip Transfer: $76
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $174
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyarlar Hotels: $109
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Bitez Hotels: $78
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Gumbet Hotels: $78
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Gundogan Hotels: $98
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Guvercinlik Hotels: $76
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $114
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kusadasi Hotels: $202
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $174
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Ortakent Hotels: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reims
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
- From Transfer and Drive Through the Champagne Region: $856
- Private Transfer From Reims To Paris, 2 Hour Stop in Epernay: $227
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Reims?
Prices for flights to both Reims 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 $24Reims $43
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $31Reims $20
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Muğla: Quick Tour, Essentials of Muğla: $6.00
- Daily Boat Tour (Orak Island) around Bodrum and Black Island Coves : $19
- Beaches and Islands Boat Tour with Lunch: $20
- Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch: $24
- Orakadasi Boat Tour From Bodrum (Maldives of Turkey) With Lunch: $25
- Bodrum Black island Tour: $26
- Bodrum Village Tour with Group: $26
- Blue cruise around Bodrum bays: $28
- Black Island Boat Tour with Lunch: $30
- Turkish Bath Experience: $31
- Boat Tour for Mein Schiff Cruise Passengers: $32
- Half Day Guided Knidos Ancient City Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Reims
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full Day Champagne Pommery Small Group Tour: $251
- Private Tour of a Wine Estate and Oeno-olfactory Workshop: $104
- A unique sensory experience in the vineyards: $104
- Bubble Champagne Tour from Epernay (Small group half day tour): $169
- Champagne Cellar tour and tasting: $43
- Champagne Cellars & Vineyards tour from Reims full day: $229
- Champagne Guy De Chassey : Premium Tour and Tasting: $38
- Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $27
- Champagne Lamiable: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $33
- Champagne Lover Tour&Amazing Experience&With champagne sabering: $207
- Champagne Small-Group Tour with Tastings and Lunch from Epernay: $229
- Champagne: E-Bike Champagne Day Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $182
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $14Reims $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Reims, we can see that Reims 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims 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 Reims Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Reims?
Reims has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Reims, 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 Reims?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Bodrum or Reims in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Reims. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Reims because of the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Bodrum is a little warmer than Reims. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bodrum in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Reims averages at about 19°C (65°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in July than Reims. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Reims 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Reims in the Autumn?
Both Reims and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Reims this time of year.
In October, Bodrum is generally much warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 19°C (66°F), and Reims fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In October, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Reims. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Reims 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Reims in the Winter?
Both Reims and Bodrum during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Reims for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Reims. Bodrum is much warmer than Reims in the winter. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Reims fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bodrum. Bodrum usually gets more rain in January than Reims. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Reims receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Reims 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Reims in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Reims. Also, many visitors come to Reims in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Bodrum is much warmer than Reims. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bodrum in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Reims averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In April, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Reims. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Reims receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Reims 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Reims and Bodrum
| Bodrum | Reims | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 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.