Which place is cheaper, London or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or London?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or London, 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 London?
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).
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
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 in United Kingdom, and The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143London $236
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in London is $236. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70London $153
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140London $306
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and London
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or London? 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 London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51London $32
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$18
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Heathrow Express$22
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Luggage Storage$9.97
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London Map$1.61
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Oyster Card$45
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$27
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Oyster Card$34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Southampton Cruise Terminals: Private Transfer to London: $1,300
- London Luton Airport (LTN): Transfer to Southampton Port: $830
- Southampton Port Transfer with Stonehenge stop-over included: $755
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR): Transfer to Bristol city: $680
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW): Transfer to Southampton Port: $650
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Port: $575
- Private Transfer Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal: $562
- Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London: $562
- Harry Potter Family Package Tickets with Transfer: $500
- Harry Potter Family Package with Transfers from London: $500
- London Stansted Airport (STN): Transfer to Southampton Port: $486
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Harwich Port: $439
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $33London $43
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 London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$16
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Tea$7.47
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$49
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Morning Tea$7.91
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Pastry$6.23
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Sushi Dinner for One$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Food Tour - Self Guided: $6.47
- Dinner and Live DJ at A Fancy Restaurant: $16
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Picadilly Circus: Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Tea and Doughnuts: Borough Market Walking Food Tour: $44
- Pizza Making Cookery Class: $52
- Borough Bites, The London Food Tour: $66
- Borough Market Flavors of London Food Tour: $66
- No Diet Club - Best food Tour in East London: $67
- African & Caribbean Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Brixton: $74
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $87
- Ultimate London Food Tour: Borough Market & Southwark: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59London $41
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$103
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London Symphony Orchestra$43
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London Pass$59
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Comedy Show$9.97
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- Boogie Shoes Christmas Silent Disco Walking Tours London : $32
- Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tour Camden: $63
- Little Venice and Camden Walking Tour: $95
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Medieval Legends, ghosts and fire: $10
- Silent Disco Walking Tours West End Boogie Shoes: $44
- The London Dungeon Admission Ticket: $37
- 'Downton Abbey' TV Locations and Blenheim Palace Tour from London: $220
- "Luxury Tour: From London to Leeds Castle & Canterbury": $625
- 1 Hour Unlimited Games and Rides Ticket in Babylon Park: $38
- 2 Hour Belgravia Walking Tour and High Tea: $125
- 2 Hours Rock and Roll Historical Walking Tour in London : $62
- 2 Hours Unlimited Games and Rides Ticket in Babylon Park: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15London $19
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 London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $13
- 2-Hour Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $20
- Shoreditch Bar Crawl of Five Venues with Drink Deals: $22
- Central London Pub Crawl: $23
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $23
- Camden Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers: $25
- Shoreditch Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $29
- Burlesque Cabaret Show in Covent Garden: $31
- Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London: $31
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and London, we can see that London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Ephesus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and London, 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 London?
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 London in the Summer?
Both London and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to London because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Ephesus is much warmer than London. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and London averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than London during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than London. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or London in the Autumn?
Both London and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to London this time of year.
In October, Ephesus is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and London fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than London. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 107 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than London. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or London in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and London. Also, many travelers come to London for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in London. Ephesus is much warmer than London in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than London during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 52 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 London. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or London in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as London. Also, many visitors come to London in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Ephesus is much warmer than London. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and London averages at about 9°C (48°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 London. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 147 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than London. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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