Which place is cheaper, Paris or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Paris?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Paris, 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 Paris?
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).
Paris
Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Antalya, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Turkey, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Paris $252
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Paris is $252. 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 Paris in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Paris $164
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Paris $328
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Paris
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Paris? 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 Paris Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Paris $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Kusadasi to Pamukkale: $196
- Transfer from/to Izmir Airport ADB to/from Didim Area: $185
- Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $168
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $163
- Milas Bodrum Airport (BJV) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $140
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
- Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $119
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
- Kusadasi Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport: $100
- Transfer izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Davutlar: $98
- Kusadasi Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:
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Metro$6.93
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Train from Airport$9.75
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Metro tickets$7.37
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Train$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris
Also for Paris, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Versailles: Skip-the-Line Day Tour & Transfer from Paris: $2,557
- Private Transfer to or from Toulouse: $1,385
- From Le Havre/Honfleur: Private Transfer to Versailles: $1,384
- Private Transfer to or from Lyon: $959
- Private Transfer to or from Strasbourg: $959
- open deck bus experience with cruise and private Transfers: $946
- Private Transfer from CDG and Orly Airports in Paris to Le Havre: $298
- Private Airport Transfer Paris - Round Trip: $272
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Round Trip Transfer to/from Paris: $271
- Private Transfer to or from Beauvais Airport: $266
- Private transfer from Beauvais airport to Paris or back: $266
- Private Mercedes luxury transfer from PARIS to => DISNEYLAND Paris with Cab-Bel-Air: $266
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Paris?
Prices for flights to both Paris 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 $33Paris $45
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
- Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $227
- Kusadasi Gourmet & Street Food Tour From Port: $279
Typical Food Prices in Paris
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Paris:
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Ice Cream$8.67
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Breakfast$7.58
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Breakfast for 2$32
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Dinner on River Cruise$93
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Dinner$62
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Cheese$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris
For Paris, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1h30 Cooking Activity in English: $22
- Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $43
- Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $49
- Paris : Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise: $52
- Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise: $56
- Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $57
- Seine Cruise Departure from Pont Alexandre III with Dinner Included: $64
- No Diet Club - Paris : Night food tour - Montmartre: $67
- 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner: $68
- Paris : No Diet Club Food Tour - Best Spots in Le Marais: $68
- Eat, play, love Montmartre: 3H Walking Food Tour -Kids friendly-: $70
- Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Paris $84
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 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
- ( Skip The Line - Max 10 Pax) Small Group Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers : $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris
For Paris, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Louvre Entry for Two$19
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Admission to Pantheon$5.42
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Catacombs (2)$25
Tours and Activities in Paris
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.
- A Day at Parc Saint-Paul Ticket and Transport Included: $207
- Guided Tour to Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur Chronicles: $48
- Musée d'Orsay Skip-the-Line Fully Guided Tour: $56
- Napoleon Walking Tour From Empire to Exile : $38
- Paris Boat River Seine Cruise Sightseeing TICKETS: $22
- Paris Christmas Market Tour: $294
- Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $93
- Private Tour in Medieval Paris with Latin Quarter and Panthéon: $248
- Small Group Tour of An Artistic Odyssey at the Louvre : $146
- Versailles Palace Skip the Line Small Group Guided Tour: $74
- Île de la Cité – Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie Tour: $243
- Île de la Cité, Latin Quarter & Seine River Cruise: Private Tour: $155
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Paris $26
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&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
- Full-Day Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting from Kusadasi: $148
- Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:
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Wine$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Paris
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $13
- Original Paris Pub Crawl : $16
- Daily Paris Pub Crawl : Meet, Drink & Party: $20
- Latin Quarter Guided Pub Crawl to Bars and Clubs: $21
- Paris Latin Quarter Pub Crawl Bars and Clubs: $24
- Paris Bar Crawl: $24
- Paris Pub Crawl: $25
- Audio guided tour and wine tasting at Caves du Louvre: $31
- Wine Museum Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $38
- Paris Nation wine tasting: $42
- Paris St Germain Wine Tasting: $42
- Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Paris, we can see that Paris 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 Paris would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paris 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 Paris Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Paris?
Paris has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Paris, 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 Paris?
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 Paris in the Summer?
Both Paris and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Paris for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Paris fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Paris. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Paris during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 241 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Paris. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Paris receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Paris 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Paris in the Autumn?
Both Paris and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Paris because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Paris in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Paris fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Paris. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 127 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Paris. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Paris 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Paris in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Paris. Furthermore, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Paris this time of year.
It's quite cold in Paris in the winter. In the winter, Ephesus is much warmer than Paris. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Paris averages at about 5°C (40°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Paris during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Paris receives 62 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 Paris. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Paris receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Paris 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Paris in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Paris. Additionally, many travelers come to Paris for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Paris. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Paris fluctuates around 11°C (52°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 Paris. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Paris receives 172 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Paris. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Paris receives 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Paris 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Paris and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Paris | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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