Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Nassau, 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 Nassau?
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).
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $131Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $131, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $226. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $55Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $110Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Nassau? 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 Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $40Nassau $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $50
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $63
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $63
- Kusadasi Horse Riding Beach and Forest options with Transfer : $66
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $67
- Transfer: $72
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $74
- Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
- Private Guided Ephesus Tour with Cruise port Transfers: $80
- Kusadasi Samos Ferry Trip With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $275
- Nassau, Bahamas Private Airport Transfers: $220
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $160
- Baha Mar ( Grand Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood Hotels) Private Airport Transfers : $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $45Nassau $91
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.12
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Dessert$0.13
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.46
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Snacks$0.19
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Funky Nassau Deluxe Food Tour - A Taste of The Bahamas: $120
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $46Nassau $37
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- Kusadasi Legacy of the Ottomans: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- Skip-the-Line Ephesus Tour with Lunch: $7.17
- SKIP-THE-LINE: BEST-SELLER PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR for Cruise Guests: $9.56
- Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour For Cruisers: $9.90
- Mini Group Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour (Max. 10 guests): $9.90
- "private Ephesus tours "" wholesaler Shop Tours ""from cruise port Kusadasi ": $10
- For Cruisers: Religious Ephesus Shore Excursion From Kusadasi Port: $11
- For Cruisers: Best of Ephesus & Shopping Tour: $11
- Private Ephesus Tour for Cruiser with Ticket and Lunch Options: $11
- PRIVATE or SHARED: Ephesus & Mary's House Tour ENTRY FEES & LUNCH: $11
- For Cruisers: Hidden Sights of Ephesus Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Ephesus Tour For Cruise Guest : $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $12Nassau $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$0.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- PRIVATE & GROUP: SKIP-THE-LINE EPHESUS with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $12
- SKIP-THE-LINE Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $18
- POTTERY PAINTING & WINE TASTING Tour from Kusadasi Port: $49
- Kusadasi Shore Excursions Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
- Ephesus Shore Excursion with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $80
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Ephesus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Nassau, 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 Nassau?
Ephesus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ephesus or Nassau in the Summer?
Both Nassau and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Ephesus because of the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In July, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Nassau. The shopping scene are the main draw to Ephesus this time of year. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Ephesus is cooler than Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nassau during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Nassau. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nassau in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Nassau. Many travelers come to Ephesus for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the winter, Ephesus is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the winter, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Ephesus is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Nassau. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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