Which place is cheaper, Katowice or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Katowice?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Katowice, 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 Katowice?
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).
Katowice
Katowice is a city east of Krakow, in the Silesian province of southern Poland. A large dome crowns the Cathedral of Christ the King, built between 1927 and 1955. The adjacent Archdiocesan Museum exhibits Silesian sacred art. The ultramodern Silesian Museum features several glass structures on the site of a former coal mine. It exhibits Polish art and chronicles the history of Upper Silesia. Historically, Katowice is a product of the 19th-century industrial boom, but it only became a city in the interwar period. After WWII, at the height of the Stalinist cult craze, the city was renamed Stalinogrod, but reverted to its old name soon after Comrade Joe died in 1953. Katowice has few significant historical monuments, but it's a major commercial and cultural center and holds sufficient attractions to make it worth a stop.
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 Krakow, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Warsaw.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Katowice $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Katowice is $46. 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 Katowice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Katowice $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Katowice $38
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Katowice
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Katowice? 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 Katowice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Katowice $12
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 Katowice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Katowice:
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Katowice with Private Transfers: $199
- Katowice Airport: Private Transfer to or from Krakow: $186
- Katowice Pyrzowice KTW to Krakow City Private Transfer: $129
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Fast-Track Ticket & Guided Tour No Transfers: $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Katowice?
Prices for flights to both Katowice 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 $33Katowice $19
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 Katowice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Katowice.
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Katowice $6.40
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 Katowice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Katowice are as follows:
- Auschwitz & Birkenau Live Guide Tour Entrance Ticket: $55
- Auschwitz-Birkenau - Skip the Line Tickets : $32
- Auschwitz-Birkenau: Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $32
- Entrance Ticket to Auschwitz Birkenau with Guide and FREE ebook: $32
- From Auschwitz-Birkenau Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $95
- Jasna Gora and Czestochowa Private Tour from Katowice by Car: $349
- Katowice Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Katowice Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
- Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $159
- Katowice and Nikiszowiec: bicycle tour with guide: $42
- Private City Tour with Stories & Viewing Points: $154
- Private Tour to Auschwitz Birkenau: $156
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Katowice $5.69
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 Katowice
Also in Katowice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tyskie Brewery Tour: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Katowice, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Katowice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Katowice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Katowice 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 Katowice.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Katowice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Katowice?
Katowice has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Katowice, 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 Katowice?
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 Katowice in the Summer?
Both Katowice and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit.
Ephesus is much warmer than Katowice in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Katowice fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Katowice, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Katowice. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 219 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Katowice. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Katowice 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Katowice in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Katowice.
In the autumn, Ephesus is much warmer than Katowice. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Katowice averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Katowice during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 128 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Katowice. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Katowice 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Katowice in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Katowice.
It's quite cold in Katowice in the winter. In January, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Katowice. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Katowice fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Katowice. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Katowice receives 51 hours of full sun.
Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Katowice. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Katowice -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Katowice in the Spring?
Both Katowice and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Ephesus is much warmer than Katowice in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Katowice fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Katowice during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Katowice receives 152 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Katowice. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Katowice receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Katowice 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Katowice and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 50 mm (2 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.