Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Bologna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bologna or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bologna and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bologna or Olympos?
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
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 Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy, 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 dayBologna €159Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Bologna is €159, 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 Bologna and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBologna €87Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBologna €174Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Bologna and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Bologna 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: Bologna Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bologna €21Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Bologna Airport: Round Trip Transfer to Venice+Water Taxi: $1,663
- Bologna Airport(BLQ): Roundtrip Transfer to Venice p-le Roma: $1,403
- From Private Venice Day Trip with Transfer: $770
- Siena: Private Round-Trip Transfer from/to Bologna Airport: $690
- Bologna Airport (BLQ): One Way Transfer to Ravenna Port/City: $524
- Tour Ferrari, Lambo, Parmesan, Vinegar, Wine with Transfer: $503
- Bologna:Parmesan, Prosciutto, Balsamic, Wine, Lunch&Transfer: $503
- Ferrari&Lambo, Parmesan, Balsamic, Red wine with Transfer: $497
- Florence: Private Transfer from Bologna Airport (BLQ): $429
- Ferrari, Lambo, Parmesan, Balsamic tour w/Lunch & Transfer: $390
- Bologna Airport(BLQ): 1-Way Transfer to Venice Piazzale Roma: $374
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Murano + water taxi -RoundTrip Transfer: $300
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Bologna or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Bologna 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 dayBologna €39Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Virtual Cooking Class: Ravioli variations with classic tomato sauce: $35
- Bologna Food Tour including Tagliatelle, Mortadella, Wine: $57
- Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $73
- Exclusive Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $74
- Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $75
- Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal: $80
- Traditional Recipes Cooking Class with Local Wines: $82
- Hands on Home Cooking Class: $84
- Walking Food Tour with a Local Guide: $84
- Tastes and Traditions Food Tour with Market Visit: $84
- Tastes & Traditions of Food Tour with Market Visit: $86
- Bologna traditional food tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $92
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.Bologna €38Olympos €28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)€31
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€115
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)€67
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)€12
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)€12
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- the red medieval pearl and its delicious food (private tour): $284
- 2 Hours Bologna Guided Private Tour for Kids and Families : $179
- 2-Hour Bike Tour to Discover Bologna's Squares and Monuments: $147
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Discovering the "Musical" Side of Bologna: $71
- 2.5-hour Bologna City and University Walking Tour: $131
- 3 hours walking tour with tastings: Bologna "La Grassa": $185
- Art and taste tour: from Magnani Rocca to Parma ham: $210
- BOLOGNA FOOD WALKING TOUR (morning or evening PRIVATE tour): $207
- Best of Private & Personalised Walking Experience: $81
- Best walking tour of Bologna: $158
- Bike Tour Bologna: $142
- Bologna - Old Town Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer Turkey with Two Dives and Lunch: $26
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Safari Adventure in the mountains from Kemer: $32
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBologna €28Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $38
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $53
- Monte San Pietro: Montevecchio Isolani Tour & Wine Tasting: $53
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $69
- Wine Tasting Tour in One of the Oldest Inns: $70
- Bologna Wine Tasting in One of the Oldest Inns: $71
- Small-Group Half-Day Wine Tour with Tasting in Dozza Village: $102
- Taste the real Bologna Food and Wine tour: $107
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Local Guide: $118
- Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting: $131
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with a local guide : $138
- Italian Wine Tasting on the Panoramic Terrace in Bologna: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bologna and Olympos, we can see that Bologna 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna 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 Bologna Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bologna or Olympos?
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 Bologna or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bologna as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Bologna for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Bologna is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bologna in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bologna this time of the year. In the summer, Bologna often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Bologna gets 316 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Bologna usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Bologna gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBologna 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Bologna are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Bologna because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Bologna is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Bologna average around 16°C (61°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Bologna usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Bologna gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Bologna. In October, Bologna usually receives more rain than Olympos. Bologna gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBologna 16°C (61°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Bologna during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bologna this time of year.
It's quite cold in Bologna in the winter. Bologna is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Bologna averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Bologna often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Bologna gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Bologna usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Bologna gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBologna 2°C (36°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bologna or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bologna and Olympos. Many travelers come to Bologna for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Bologna is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bologna in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Bologna usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Bologna gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bologna usually receives more rain than Olympos. Bologna gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBologna 13°C (55°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Bologna
| Bologna | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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