Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Gijon, 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.
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).
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Gijon is $128. 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 Gijon in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Gijon, 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 Gijon Expensive?.
Gijon has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Gijon, 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.
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.
Both Gijon and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Gijon averages at about 19°C (65°F).
In Gijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 203 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Gijon. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Gijon.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Gijon. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Gijon fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 138 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Gijon. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Gijon.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Gijon in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Gijon fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Gijon. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gijon receives 95 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Gijon. Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Gijon. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Gijon and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Gijon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Gijon averages at about 11°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Gijon during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Gijon receives 143 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Gijon. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Gijon receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Ephesus | Gijon | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |