Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Belgrade?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Belgrade, 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 Belgrade?
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).
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Antalya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Belgrade $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $44. 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 Belgrade in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Belgrade $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Belgrade $60
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Belgrade
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Belgrade? 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 Belgrade Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Belgrade $5.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi hotels: $24
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $24
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Samos Ferry Trip With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $55
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Port to Adnan Menderes Airport ADB: $64
- Transfer: $65
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $65
- Private Airport Transfers: From Kusadasi to Izmir Airport: $67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $320
- Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $238
- Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $213
- Private City Tour with Transfer Options.: $213
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $203
- From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $192
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $174
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $144
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $143
- Belgrade to Timisoara transfer and walking city tour: $141
- Private Transfer from Nikola Tesla Airport: $137
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Belgrade?
Prices for flights to both Belgrade 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 $33Belgrade $9.21
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
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $227
- Kusadasi Gourmet & Street Food Tour From Port: $279
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Belgrade $4.48
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: $6.51
- Entry Free: Drive by Ephesus and Ancient Wonder Tour: $12
- Self-guided Virtual Tour of the ancient pearl of the Mediterranean: $17
- Half-Day Ancient City of Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port: $18
- Skip the Line:Private& Small Group Ephesus Tour For Cruise Guest : $19
- 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
- Best of Ephesus Guided Tour For Cruise Guest : $20
- Kusadasi Scuba Diving Tour By Local Experts: $20
- Biblical Ephesus Private or Small Group Tour For Cruise Guest : $21
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $299
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $86
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
- Ada Lake Tour: $33
- Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $97
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $133
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
- Belgrade Bike Tour: $103
- Belgrade Bike tour: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Belgrade $21
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&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
- Full-Day Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting from Kusadasi: $148
- Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $92
- Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Belgrade, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Belgrade?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Belgrade, 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 Belgrade?
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 Belgrade in the Summer?
Both Belgrade and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Belgrade. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Belgrade averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 285 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Belgrade 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Belgrade in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Belgrade.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 168 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Belgrade 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Belgrade in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Belgrade.
Belgrade can be very cold during winter. Ephesus is much warmer than Belgrade in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Belgrade fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 71 hours of full sun.
Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Belgrade 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Belgrade in the Spring?
Both Belgrade and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Belgrade. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Belgrade averages at about 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Belgrade 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Belgrade and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Belgrade | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
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