Which place is cheaper, Meknes or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Meknes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Meknes, 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 Meknes?
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).
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Meknes $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Meknes 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 Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Meknes $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Meknes $52
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Meknes? 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 Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Meknes $1.46
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes 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 $33Meknes $14
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 Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.20
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Spices$2.49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Meknes $3.55
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 Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- Fes Volubilis Tour: $45
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $17
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $258
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Meknes $2.62
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine$4.58
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Meknes, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Meknes is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Meknes?
Meknes has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Meknes, 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 Meknes?
Ephesus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ephesus or Meknes in the Summer?
Both Meknes and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Meknes. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Meknes averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Meknes. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Meknes during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 330 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Meknes. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Meknes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Meknes in the Autumn?
Both Meknes and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
In October, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Meknes. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Meknes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
In Meknes, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Meknes. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 227 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Meknes. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Meknes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Meknes in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Meknes. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Ephesus is cooler than Meknes in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Meknes fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Meknes during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 165 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 Meknes. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Meknes 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Meknes in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Meknes. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
In the spring, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Meknes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Meknes averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Meknes. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 256 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Meknes. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Meknes 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Meknes and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
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