Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Antigua Guatemala, 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 Antigua Guatemala?
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).
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $114Antigua Guatemala $75
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $114, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is $75. 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 Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $47Antigua Guatemala $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $94Antigua Guatemala $44
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Antigua Guatemala? 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 Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $35Antigua Guatemala $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Kusadasi, Port, Hotel From/To Izmir Airport: $299
- Private Airport Transfer In Ephesus: $205
- Transfer from/to Izmir Airport ADB to/from Didim Area: $200
- Daily Ephesus Tour with Skip-The-Line Tickets, Lunch and Transfer: $189
- Private VIP Transfer For/To ADB Airport: $165
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $159
- One way Private Airport Transfer to Kusadasi Izmir Airport: $135
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Pamucak Beach Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $112
- Kuşadası Scuba Diving Experience with Hotel Transfer: $112
- Private Guided Ephesus Tour with Cruise port Transfers: $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Antigua: One way private transfer to Panajachel: $194
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Semuc Champey or Coban: $182
- Private Transfer from Antigua to Semuc Champey Lanquin: $145
- Private transfer from Antigua to La Aurora Airport: $90
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Antigua: $90
- Private Transfer from Antigua to the Airport: $90
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- Private Transfer Antigua Guatemala to Monterrico Beach: $85
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- Private Transfer One Way Antigua Guatemala to El Paredon Beach: $75
- Private Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Panajachel: $75
- Private Transfer:Antigua GuatemalaLake Atitlán(Pana)OneWay: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala 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 $39Antigua Guatemala $25
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.11
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Dessert$0.12
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.40
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Snacks$0.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Aegean Home Cooking with a Local Family in Kuşadası: $67
- Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $139
- Private Ephesus Tour & Cooking Experience with locals: $229
- Kusadasi Selcuk Ephesus Gourmet and Street Food Tour: $235
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $299
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch$3.29
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Lunch$7.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking and pastry class in Casa San Miguel: $38
- Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
- Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
- Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
- Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop: $50
- Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
- Antigua Street Food Tour: $65
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
- Guatemalan Mayan Cooking Workshop: $75
- Cooking Classes and Jade Workshops: $75
- Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $40Antigua Guatemala $15
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- "Double UNESCO Wonders: Private Pamukkale & Aphrodisias Tour": $259
- "Ephesus Ultimate: Full-Day Small Group Tour (Max 10-12 People)": $65
- "private Ephesus tours "" wholesaler Shop Tours ""from cruise port Kusadasi ": $50
- 2 Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk: $160
- 2 Days Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour: $206
- 2 Days Ephesus and Istanbul Tour from Kusadasi and Istanbul Ports: $294
- 2 Hour Turkish Bath Experience in Kusadasi: $21
- 3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses Tour from Kusadasi: $20
- 3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only: $25
- ALL COVERED AND INCLUSIVE: EPHESUS & ARTEMIS TOUR for cuisers: $130
- ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Tour for Cruisers including ENTRY TICKETS: $55
- ALL INCLUSIVE EPHESUS TOUR For CRUISERS Included–Ticket & Lunch: $75
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- ¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!: $100
- 2 - Days : Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $150
- 2-Day Kayak and Hike Adventure Package from Antigua: $219
- 2-Day, 1-Night Tour of Volcano Acatenango from Antigua: $92
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $220
- 4 Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $35
- 4-Hour Colonial Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $25
- 4WD Acatenango Volcano Tour & Fuego / All Inclusive !: $400
- 4WD experience to Acatenango Volcano/Fuego Volcano from Antigua: $333
- 4x4 tour from Antigua with a night camp in front of the Fuego volcano: $1,300
- ANTIGUA Villages Tour: $103
- ATV Off Road Adventure at Pacaya Volcano from Antigua: $99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $10Antigua Guatemala $12
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$0.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ephesus Shore Excursion & Wine Tasting + Lunch - Opt Turkish Bath: $35
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $42
- FOR CRUISERS:Kusadasi Port Private Wine Tasting and Ephesus Tour: $45
- POTTERY PAINTING & WINE TASTING Tour from Kusadasi Port: $49
- Wine Tasting-Village Shore Excursion from Kusadasi Port: $50
- Sirince Village and Wine Tour with Artemis Temple: $58
- LGBTQ+ Friendly Ephesus Shore Excursion & Local Wine Tasting: $69
- Kusadasi Shore Excursions Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tours: $70
- Private Ephesus and Sirince Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $92
- Ephesus & Şirince Village with Lunch& Wine Tasting (Fixed Price): $115
- Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch: $149
- Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $176
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Antigua Guatemala is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Antigua Guatemala?
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Antigua Guatemala, 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.
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.