Which place is cheaper, Braga or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Braga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Braga, 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 Braga?
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).
Braga
Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.
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 Porto, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Braga $120
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Braga is $120. 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 Braga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Braga $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Braga $116
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Braga
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Braga? 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 Braga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Braga $22
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 hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $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
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $58
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
- Kusadasi Port Private Departure Transfer: $63
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
- Traditional Vinho Verde Tour in Bowl with Private Transfer (Porto and Braga): $131
- Braga Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Braga?
Prices for flights to both Braga 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 $33Braga $43
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 Braga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
- Small-Group Braga Food Tour With A Local Guide: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Braga $17
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
Tours and Activities in Braga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
- KAYAK TOUR I Going down the Lima River in Kayak | AV: $66
- 1h Buggy Tour | Arches of Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $76
- 2h Buggy Tour | Arcos de Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $131
- 4X4 Tour – Minho Litoral - Beaches and Mountains between Viana do Castelo and Caminha: $82
- 4X4 Tour - Discovering Serra d´ Arga: $175
- Alto Douro Walk & WineTour: $197
- TOUR HD BRAGA MERCEDES V EXT LONG: $225
- TOUR HD BRAGA SEDAN: $198
- Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour: $109
- Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour: $321
- Braga Private Walking Tour: $254
- Braga Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $216
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Braga $23
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 Braga
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
- Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $50
- Green Wine Region-Small Group Tour with Lunch and Wine Tastings, from Porto city: $142
- Douro Valley Private Tour from Lunch & Wine Tour: $288
- Vinho Verde Private Wine Tour: $535
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Braga, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Braga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Braga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Braga 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 Braga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Braga Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Braga?
Braga has a larger population, and is about 92% larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Braga, 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 Braga?
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 Braga in the Summer?
Both Braga and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Braga averages at about 21°C (69°F).
In Braga, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Braga. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 308 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Braga. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Braga receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Braga 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Braga in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Braga.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Braga. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Braga fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Braga during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Braga receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Braga. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Braga receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Braga 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Braga in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Braga.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Braga in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Braga fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Braga. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Braga. Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets less rain in January than Braga. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Braga receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Braga 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Braga in the Spring?
Both Braga and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Braga averages at about 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Braga. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Braga during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Braga. In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Braga. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Braga receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Braga 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Braga and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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.