Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Cordoba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Cordoba, 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 Cordoba?
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).
Cordoba
Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Cordoba $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $136. 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 Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Cordoba $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Cordoba $146
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Cordoba? 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 Cordoba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Cordoba $30
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 Cordoba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:
- Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $295
- Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $241
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $132
- Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $72
- Medina Azahara Cordoba, with Transfer by Bus: $34
- Guided tour of Medina Azahara with transfer from Córdoba: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba 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 $33Cordoba $36
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 Cordoba
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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Ice Cream$1.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.
- Paella and Salmorejo 2-Hour Cooking Class in Córdoba: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Cordoba $26
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 Cordoba
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:
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Garden Entrance Fee$6.43
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:
- 3-Hour Tour from Cordoba to the Site of Medina Azahara: $32
- Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour: $20
- Alcazar of Cordoba Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket: $20
- Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus: $66
- Authentic Patios of Cordoba Guided Tour: $20
- Best of Cordoba Guided Tour : $46
- Bike Tour Córdoba: $32
- Córdoba Highlight Walking Tour: $32
- Córdoba Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $8.95
- City Sightseeing Cordoba Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $24
- Cordoba : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide: $49
- Cordoba Jewish Quartier Guided Tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Cordoba $40
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 Cordoba
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $26
- Evening Local Wine Tasting in Córdoba: $39
When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Cordoba, we can see that Ephesus 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 Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Cordoba, 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 Cordoba?
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 Cordoba in the Summer?
Both Cordoba and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Cordoba for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Cordoba averages at about 27°C (81°F).
In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cordoba. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 358 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Cordoba. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Cordoba 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Cordoba in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Cordoba. Also, many visitors come to Cordoba in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Cordoba. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Cordoba fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 202 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Cordoba 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Cordoba in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Cordoba. Also, most visitors come to Cordoba for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Cordoba in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Cordoba fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Cordoba. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cordoba receives 162 hours of full sun.
Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Cordoba. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Cordoba 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Cordoba in the Spring?
Both Cordoba and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Cordoba because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Cordoba. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Cordoba averages at about 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Cordoba. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Cordoba during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Cordoba receives 203 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Cordoba. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Cordoba receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Cordoba 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Cordoba and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Cordoba | |||
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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) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
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