Should you visit Delphi or Thessaloniki?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delphi 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.
Delphi
Proclaimed to be the center of the world by the ancient Greeks, Delphi and its ruins exist on the sloping mountainside of Mount Parnassus. With breathtaking views just over the cliffs, one cannot help but marvel at the sweeping valley dotted with olive trees all the way down to the sea. The beauty of it all truly brings one to a place where they understand why Delphi was marked as the center of the earth.
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 Delphi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Delphi is €82, 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 Delphi and Thessaloniki in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Delphi can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €47, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €94.
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
The price of a meal in Delphi can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €29 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €12 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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
Delphi €29
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
Delphi's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €6.86 per person, per day on transportation in Delphi.
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 Delphi
Also for Delphi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Transfer from Delphi to Athens-Pireaus-Athens Airport:
$303
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Private Transfer from Delfi to Igoumenitsa Port:
$1,452
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Thessaloniki
Also for Thessaloniki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Ksamil:
$1,555
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Saranda:
$1,555
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Parga:
$1,306
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Syvota:
$1,223
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Igoumenitsa Port:
$1,141
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki City to Igoumenitsa Port:
$1,141
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki City to Parga:
$868
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Private Transfer from Thessaloniki City to Syvota:
$809
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Thessaloniki to Corfu Luxury Private Transfer:
$723
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Transfer up to 8 People from Thessaloniki to Parga - Sivota - Igoumenitsa:
$664
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Private Transfer From Thessaloniki/SKG Airport to Athens-ATH Airport-Pireaus:
$627
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Transfer service from Thessaloniki to Corfu, Ioannina, Parga, Syvota:
$616
Is it cheaper to fly into Delphi or Thessaloniki?
Prices for flights to both Thessaloniki and Delphi 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
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Delphi can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €9.14 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
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 Delphi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Delphi.
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3-Day Delphi & Meteora Tour from Athens:
$459
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Ancient Delphi Full-Day Tour from Athens:
$112
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Athens to Hike and History Tour:
$531
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Delphi 2 Day Tour from Athens with Overnight in 4 Star Hotel:
$197
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Delphi All Day Tour:
$459
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Delphi All Day Tour Taxi or Van:
$405
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Delphi Full-Day Tour from Athens:
$100
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Delphi Historical all day tour:
$168
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Delphi Self-Guided 50-Minutes Virtual Tour from your Home:
$20
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Delphi and Meteora: 3-Day Tour from Athens:
$396
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Audio Guide on Your Phone without Entry Ticket:
$14
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From Athens: Day Tour to Delphi:
$84
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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Athos Peninsula Day Cruise from Thessaloniki:
$73
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Authentic Balkan experience:
$523
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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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Day Tour of Philippi, Amphipolis, and Kavala:
$137
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Dion and Mount Olympus Full Day Tour from Thessaloniki:
$112
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Ecobike tour in Thessaloniki:
$4,479
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From 2-Day Rail Tour to Meteora:
$239
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From Pella and Vergina Full-Day Tour:
$57
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From Train Trip to Meteora & Monastery Tour:
$114
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Full Day Meteora Tour by Train from Thessaloniki:
$116
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Full Day Tour to Edessa - Loutra Pozar from Thessaloniki:
$93
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Delphi, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €10.
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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Private tour: Full day Wine tasting Naousa & Ag. Nikolaos:
$535
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delphi and Thessaloniki, we can see that Thessaloniki is more expensive. And not only is Delphi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delphi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delphi 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 Delphi.
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