Which place is cheaper, Oviedo or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Oviedo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Oviedo, 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 Oviedo?
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).
Oviedo
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Oviedo $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is $114. 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 Oviedo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Oviedo $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Oviedo $114
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Oviedo
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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 Oviedo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Oviedo $22
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 Oviedo
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport to Oviedo and Gijón: $71
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Oviedo?
Prices for flights to both Oviedo 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 $33Oviedo $41
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Oviedo $21
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 Oviedo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
- 1934 Revolution Tour: $11
- Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $11
- Covadonga and Lakes and Occidental coast Private Tour: $380
- From Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, and Lastres Tour: $33
- Full-Day Tour at Oviedo to Coastal Wonders of Asturias : $289
- Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $12
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $9.82
- Northern Spain Tour in private 8 - 15 days Spanish English : $245
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $11
- Oviedo : Archaeological and fine arts museum tour: $16
- Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center: $150
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $8.97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Oviedo $18
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 Oviedo, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Oviedo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Oviedo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oviedo 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 Oviedo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Oviedo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Oviedo?
Oviedo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Oviedo, 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 Oviedo?
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 Oviedo in the Summer?
Both Oviedo and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Oviedo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 203 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Oviedo. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Oviedo 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Oviedo in the Autumn?
Both Oviedo and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Oviedo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Oviedo fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Oviedo. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 138 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Oviedo. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Oviedo 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Oviedo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Oviedo.
In the winter, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Oviedo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Oviedo averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Oviedo during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Oviedo receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.
Oviedo receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Oviedo. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Oviedo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Oviedo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Oviedo.
In April, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Oviedo. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Oviedo fluctuates around 11°C (53°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 Oviedo. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oviedo receives 143 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Oviedo. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Oviedo receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Oviedo 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Oviedo and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Oviedo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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