Which place is cheaper, Nantes or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Nantes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Nantes, 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 Nantes?
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).
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Nantes $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Nantes is $116. 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 Nantes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Nantes $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Nantes $128
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Nantes
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Nantes? 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 Nantes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Nantes $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
- Transfer izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Davutlar: $98
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
- 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
- Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $24
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi hotels: $24
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Nantes?
Prices for flights to both Nantes 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 $33Nantes $29
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 Nantes
For Nantes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Nantes $14
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 Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Exploring London's Natural Marvels: Museum Adventure: $83
- Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
- Half-Day Tour in Nantes: $291
- Nantes : Must-see Attractions Walking Tour: $75
- Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
- Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Nantes Private Guided Walking Tour: $307
- Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Nantes Traditional Food Group Walking Tour: $102
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Panoramic Tour by Electric Bike: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Nantes $6.89
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 Nantes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nantes:
- Château du Bois-Huaut: Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Nantes, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Nantes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nantes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nantes 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 Nantes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Nantes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Nantes?
Nantes has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Nantes, 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 Nantes?
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 Nantes in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Nantes. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nantes this time of year.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Nantes. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Nantes averages at about 19°C (67°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nantes this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Nantes during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 267 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Nantes. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nantes 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)Nantes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nantes in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Nantes. Also, many travelers come to Nantes for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Nantes. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Nantes fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Nantes. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 141 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Nantes. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Nantes 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nantes in the Winter?
Both Nantes and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nantes in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Ephesus is much warmer than Nantes in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Nantes fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Nantes during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Nantes. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Nantes 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nantes in the Spring?
Both Nantes and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nantes for the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Nantes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Nantes averages at about 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Nantes. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 187 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Nantes. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Nantes 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Nantes and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Nantes | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
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