Which place is cheaper, Bonn or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Bonn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Bonn, 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 Bonn?
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).
Bonn
Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.
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 Berlin, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Bonn $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Bonn is $165. 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 Bonn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Bonn $91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Bonn $182
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Bonn
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Bonn? 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 Bonn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Bonn $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer In Ephesus: $205
- Private Transfer From Kusadasi to Pamukkale: $196
- Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $164
- Milas Bodrum Airport (BJV) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $140
- Kusadasi to Pamukkale Hotels Private Transfer: $136
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
- VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonn
Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Bonn?
Prices for flights to both Bonn 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 $33Bonn $52
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Bonn $37
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
- Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
- Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $76
- Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
- Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $100
- Ephesus tours Sirince Village from Kusadasi Port with lunch: $63
- Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
- Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
- Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
- Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
- "Ephesus Tours" Port Kusadasi lunch guide bus shopping Caravanserai artemis : $58
- "No Better Way to Explore History - Affordable Ephesus Tour": $30
Tours and Activities in Bonn
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.
- Autumn tours with a live guide: $20
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $120
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $51
- Bonn Crime-Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Musikerviertel Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $222
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Bonn Self Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $11
- Bonn Walking Tour (In the footsteps of Ludwig Van Beethoven): $321
- Bonn and Bad Godesberg hop-on hop-off tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- 1.5-Hour River Cruise on the Rhine: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Bonn $24
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
When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Bonn, we can see that Bonn 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 Bonn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Bonn?
Bonn has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Bonn, 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 Bonn?
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.
Should I visit Ephesus or Bonn in the Summer?
Both Bonn and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Bonn for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 191 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Bonn. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Bonn 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Bonn in the Autumn?
Both Bonn and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Bonn because of the shopping scene.
Ephesus is much warmer than Bonn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Bonn fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 109 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Bonn. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Bonn 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Bonn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Bonn. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bonn this time of year.
It's quite cold in Bonn in the winter. In the winter, Ephesus is much warmer than Bonn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Bonn averages at about 3°C (37°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Bonn. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Bonn 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Bonn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Bonn.
In April, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 145 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Bonn. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Bonn 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Bonn and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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