Which place is cheaper, Leipzig or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Leipzig?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Leipzig, 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 Leipzig?
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).
Leipzig
Leipzig is a city in the eastern German state of Saxony. Leipzig is Saxony's coolest city, called "The New Berlin" by many. It is a playground for nomadic young creatives, but it's also a city of enormous history, a trade-fair mecca and foundational in the eyes of music lovers due to its intrinsic connection to the lives and work of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Wagner. When it comes to art, the neo-realistic New Leipzig School has stirred up the international art world for well over 10 years.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Leipzig $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Leipzig is $178. 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 Leipzig in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Leipzig $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Leipzig $194
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Leipzig
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Leipzig? 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 Leipzig Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Leipzig $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer In Ephesus: $205
- Private Transfer From Kusadasi to Pamukkale: $196
- Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $164
- Milas Bodrum Airport (BJV) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $140
- Kusadasi to Pamukkale Hotels Private Transfer: $136
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
- VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leipzig
Also for Leipzig, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer Leipzig Airport LEJ to Leipzig by Car or Van: $93
- Private Transfer from Leipzig City to Dresden City: $83
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Round-Trip Private Car Transfer: $68
- Leipzig hotels to Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $34
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Leipzig?
Prices for flights to both Leipzig 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 $33Leipzig $56
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 Leipzig
For Leipzig, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Sightseeing and Food Tour: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Leipzig $39
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
- Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
- Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $76
- Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
- Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $100
- Ephesus tours Sirince Village from Kusadasi Port with lunch: $63
- Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
- Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
- Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
- Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
- "Ephesus Tours" Port Kusadasi lunch guide bus shopping Caravanserai artemis : $58
- "No Better Way to Explore History - Affordable Ephesus Tour": $30
Tours and Activities in Leipzig
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Leipzig.
- 1.5-Hour Historical Tour of Leipzig with Costumed Guide: $21
- 2 hours Leipzig exclusive: Private city tour with Panorama Tower: $217
- Big city tour Leipzig Hop on hop off: $20
- City game scavenger hunt Leipzig Südvorstadt - independent discovery tour: $44
- City game scavenger hunt Leipzig city center - independent city tour: $44
- City tour on foot, by S-Bahn and tram: $24
- Combo Tour in Guided City Tour & City Sightseeing: $21
- Corpses, Leprosy, Lucifer 75-minute Tour at the Old Cemetery: $19
- From Day Tour to the Green Belt: $631
- From Markkleeberg: Full-Day Guided Cycling Tour by the Lakes: $48
- Gruseltour Leipzig 90-minute walking tour about the Dark Secrets of Leipzig: $19
- Gruseltour A Haunted Guided Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Leipzig $28
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Leipzig, we can see that Leipzig is more expensive. And not only is Ephesus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ephesus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ephesus 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 Leipzig would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leipzig than you might in Ephesus.
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Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Leipzig?
Leipzig has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Leipzig, 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 Leipzig?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Ephesus or Leipzig in the Summer?
Both Leipzig and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Leipzig this time of year.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Leipzig. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Leipzig fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Leipzig. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Leipzig during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Leipzig receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Leipzig receives 52 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Leipzig 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Leipzig in the Autumn?
Both Leipzig and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Leipzig for the shopping scene.
Ephesus is much warmer than Leipzig in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Leipzig fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leipzig receives 107 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Leipzig receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Leipzig 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Leipzig in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Leipzig. Furthermore, many visitors come to Leipzig in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Leipzig can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Ephesus is much warmer than Leipzig. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Leipzig averages at about 1°C (33°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Leipzig during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Leipzig receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Leipzig receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Leipzig 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Leipzig in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Leipzig.
In April, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Leipzig. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Leipzig fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leipzig receives 143 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Leipzig. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Leipzig receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Leipzig 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Leipzig and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
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