Which place is cheaper, Beaune or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Beaune?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Beaune, 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 Beaune?
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).
Beaune
The walled-town of Beaune is located at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Once the capital of the region and still surrounded by the Cote d’Or vineyards, the cobbled town is just a starting point for food and wine connoisseurs looking to taste their way through the greater countryside of Burgundy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Beaune $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Beaune is $178. 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 Beaune in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Beaune $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Beaune $178
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Beaune
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Beaune? 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 Beaune Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Beaune $44
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Beaune?
Prices for flights to both Beaune 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 $33Beaune $58
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
Typical Food Prices in Beaune
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beaune:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)$9.64
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Cookie$1.07
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Coffee$3.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Beaune $35
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 Beaune
Here are a few typical costs in Beaune for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Winery Tour (for 2)$21
Tours and Activities in Beaune
Here are a few actual costs in Beaune for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beaune - Historic Guided Walking Tour: $395
- Beaune - Private walking tour: $192
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burgundy’s Wine Capital: $5.99
- Beguiling Beaune Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.99
- Burgundy Grand Crus Route Day Tour - 12 Wines Tastings in Domains: $267
- Meursault: Tour of the Vineyards on Motorbike with Sidecar: $59
- Paris Private Walking Street Art Tour: $87
- Private Guided Sidecar Tour in Burgundy from Meursault: $60
- Private city tour - Beaune the essential - 2h: $187
- Private guided tour - Beaune 2h: $191
- Skip the Line: Abbaye de Fontenay Admission Ticket: $13
- Small group full day tour in the Burgundy vineyards: $209
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Beaune $52
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 Beaune
Also in Beaune, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 2 Hour Sparkling Wine Tasting and visit in Beaune: $11
- Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard: $21
- Maison Champy Guided Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $27
- Visit Domaine Bourgogne - Guided wine tasting: $44
- From Full-Day Bicycle and Wine Tour in Burgundy: $227
- Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune: $229
- Wine tour - Meursault, its prestigious whites: $240
- Wine tour - Aloxe-Corton, its great wines: $240
- From Burgundy Day Trip with 12 Wine Tastings: $262
- Côte de Nuits Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
- Côte de Beaune Private Local Wineries and Wine Tasting Tour: $945
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Beaune, we can see that Beaune 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 Beaune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beaune 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 Beaune Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Beaune?
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Beaune. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Beaune, 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 Beaune?
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 Beaune in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Beaune. Additionally, many visitors come to Beaune in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Beaune in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Beaune fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beaune. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Beaune. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beaune receives 266 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Beaune. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Beaune 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Beaune in the Autumn?
Both Beaune and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Beaune for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere during these months.
In the autumn, Ephesus is a little warmer than Beaune. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Beaune averages at about 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Beaune during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Beaune receives 121 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Beaune. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Beaune 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Beaune in the Winter?
Both Beaune and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Beaune because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Beaune can be very cold. In January, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Beaune. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Beaune fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Beaune. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beaune receives 53 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Beaune. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Beaune 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Beaune in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Beaune. Also, the small town charm are the main draw to Beaune this time of year.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Beaune in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Beaune fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Beaune during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Beaune receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Beaune. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Beaune receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Beaune 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Beaune and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Beaune | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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