Which place is cheaper, Adeje or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Adeje, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Adeje is $186. 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 Ephesus and Adeje in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
For Adeje, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Ephesus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ephesus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ephesus 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Ephesus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 89% larger than the population of Adeje. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Adeje, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Adeje.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Adeje in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Adeje fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of rain as Adeje. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Adeje.
In the autumn, Ephesus is cooler than Adeje. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Adeje averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 200 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Adeje. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Adeje and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Ephesus is generally much colder than Adeje. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Adeje fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Adeje during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Adeje. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Adeje and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit.
Ephesus is cooler than Adeje in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Adeje fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 205 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Adeje. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Ephesus | Adeje | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |