Which place is cheaper, Alicante or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Alicante?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Alicante, 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.
Where Should I go: Ephesus or Alicante?
Ephesus
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).
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Alicante $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Alicante is $136. 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 Alicante in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Alicante $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Alicante $90
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Alicante
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Alicante? 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: Ephesus Hotel Prices and Alicante Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Alicante -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $164
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
- Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
- From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer: $75
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $100
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $65
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
- Kusadasi Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
- Kusadasi International Golf Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Puerto Lumbreras : $281
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Azohia: $269
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Drova (urbanisation): $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Bolnuevo: $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to la Manga Puerto Maestre: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cehegin: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Manga strip dos Mares: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cabo de Palos: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gandia: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Campo sol Golf Resort : $226
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Orba: $218
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Oliva: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Alicante?
Prices for flights to both Alicante and Ephesus 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 dayEphesus $33Alicante $77
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.15
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Dessert$0.17
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.59
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Snacks$0.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
- Ephesus Tour with Cooking Class in the Village: $149
- Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Alicante $56
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- For Cruisers: Skip-the-line Private Free Ephesus Tour : $0.05
- Self-guided Virtual Tour of The Highlights: $6.53
- Entry Free: Drive by Ephesus and Ancient Wonder Tour: $12
- Self-guided Virtual Tour of the ancient pearl of the Mediterranean: $17
- Kusadasi Traditional Turkish Bath Hamam Experience : $17
- SKIP THE LINE :Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour For Cruiser Guest: $19
- Private & Mini Group Classical Ephesus Tour For Cruisers: $19
- Skip the Line - Best of Ephesus: $19
- Time Travel in Affordable and Spectacular Experience: $20
- Best of Ephesus Guided Tour For Cruise Guest : $20
- Kusadasi Scuba Diving Tour By Local Experts: $20
- Kusadasi Quad Safari Adventure: $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)$58
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)$71
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$128
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Walking Tour (for 2)$64
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Alicante -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
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Beer$0.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $53
- Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
- Ephesus&Sirince Village with Wine Tasting Shore Ex: $100
- Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $130
- Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
- Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Alicante, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Alicante Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Alicante?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Alicante, 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 Ephesus or Alicante?
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 Ephesus or Alicante in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Alicante. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Alicante in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Alicante fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Alicante. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 341 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Alicante. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Alicante 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Alicante in the Autumn?
Both Alicante and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In the autumn, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Alicante. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Alicante averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Alicante. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Alicante during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 225 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Alicante. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Alicante 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Alicante in the Winter?
Both Alicante and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Ephesus is generally cooler than Alicante. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Alicante fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Alicante. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Alicante receives 178 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Alicante. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Alicante 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Alicante in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Alicante. Furthermore, many visitors come to Alicante in the spring for the beaches.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Alicante in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Alicante fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Alicante during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Alicante receives 243 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of rain as Alicante. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Alicante 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Alicante and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Alicante | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
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