Which place is cheaper, Caltagirone or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Caltagirone?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Caltagirone, 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 Caltagirone?
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).
Caltagirone
Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Caltagirone $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Caltagirone is $102. 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 Caltagirone in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Caltagirone $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Caltagirone $126
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Caltagirone
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Caltagirone? 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 Caltagirone Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Caltagirone $9.18
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Noto: $299
- Private Transfer from Noto to Catania (CTA) Airport: $299
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to La Via Lattea: $298
- Transfer Tour from Taormina to Palermo with a stop in Cefalù: $290
- Private Transfer from Santo Stefano di Camastra to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $284
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Birgi Airport: $282
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Erice: $273
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Castelbuono: $248
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Sciacca: $248
- Private Transfer from Sciacca to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $248
- Private Transfer from Ortigia to Catania (CTA) Airport: $236
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Ortigia: $236
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Caltagirone?
Prices for flights to both Caltagirone 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 $33Caltagirone $33
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 Caltagirone
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.
- Palermo Street Food Tour including Market and City Centre: $21
- Palermo Street Food tour: art, history and ancient markets: $49
- Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo: $49
- Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania: $53
- Catania Patisserie Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $60
- Classic Palermo Street Food Tour: $60
- Dinner in the Madonie Mountains : $65
- Catania Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $67
- Palermo Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $69
- Vegan Street Food Tour: $71
- Street Food Tour in Ortigia Syracuse: $75
- Italian Bread and Pizza Making Experience in Palermo: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Caltagirone $6.12
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 Caltagirone
Here are a few actual costs in Caltagirone for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Boat Tour in Syracuse with Aperitif 1 hour and a half: $55
- Daily Boat Tour to the Egadi Islands: $76
- Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $43
- Taormina Sunset Tour with Aperitif on Roof-Top Terrace: $153
- 1 hour Calessino Tour in Syracuse: $131
- 2 Hour Private Tour to Agrigento Valley of the Temples: $206
- 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
- 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $37
- 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
- 2-hour private tour of Ortigia by bike: $115
- 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Archaeological Park of Neàpolis and Ortigia: $136
- 3 hours in Syracuse Boat Tour and Tuk tuk Tourist Tour: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Caltagirone $14
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 Caltagirone
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:
- Organic wine tasting at our historic cantina: $33
- Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $35
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $37
- Marsala wine tasting in historic winery: $38
- Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $41
- Wine Tasting Experience Etna Nord: $41
- Wine Tasting in Panoramic Winery on Mount Etna: $41
- From Marzamemi: 2-Hour Authentic Wine Tasting in Val di Noto: $48
- Natural wine tasting in Palermo: $49
- Wine tasting of the Mazara del Vallo nature reserve: $49
- Wine tasting on the southern slope of Etna: $51
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Caltagirone, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Caltagirone much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caltagirone would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caltagirone 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 Caltagirone.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Caltagirone Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Caltagirone?
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 69% larger than the population of Caltagirone. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Caltagirone, 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 Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Caltagirone. Also, many travelers come to Caltagirone for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caltagirone. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 325 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Caltagirone 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Caltagirone in the Autumn?
Both Caltagirone and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Caltagirone in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Caltagirone 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Caltagirone in the Winter?
Both Caltagirone and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Caltagirone for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Caltagirone in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 153 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Caltagirone 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)Caltagirone 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Caltagirone in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Caltagirone. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Caltagirone because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Caltagirone 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Caltagirone 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 (51°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
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