Which place is cheaper, Ravenna or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Ravenna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Ravenna, 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 Ravenna?
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).
Ravenna
Ravenna is a city in northeast Italy in the Emilia-Romagna region. People head to Ravenna because it has a wonderful, quaint, small town atmosphere. It is also home to the Mosaic Basilica. You can reach Ravenna if you are travel by train from either Bologna or Rimini. You can also fly into a small airport in Forli twenty kilometers away, which is served by Ryanair. Once you're in Ravenna you'll want to spend your time walking around the small town. The quaint streets are lined with interesting shops, cafes and restaurants. Prices tend to be a little higher if you're in the area immediately around the Basilica, but as you explore further you'll find the prices go down. Also be aware that most places observe a siesta and close between the hours of 12:30 and 4:00. If you're interested in shopping for clothes, Ravenna has some of Italy's top fashion available outside of the larger city's. You can see what's in style and purchase some of the high quality Italian cloths similar to what you might find in Milan or Rome.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Ravenna $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Ravenna is $90. 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 Ravenna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Ravenna $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Ravenna $116
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Ravenna
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Ravenna? 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 Ravenna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Ravenna $4.59
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 Ravenna
Also for Ravenna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ravenna, Day Trip from Venice including private transfer: $2,246
- Ravenna, Day Trip from Bologna including private transfer: $1,765
- Ravenna Cruise Port: One Way Transfer to Bologna Airport: $535
- Treviso Airport: One Way Transfer to Venice, Piazzale Roma: $257
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Ravenna?
Prices for flights to both Ravenna 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 $33Ravenna $28
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 $59Ravenna $4.59
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 Ravenna
For Ravenna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bologna: BLQ airport to Ravenna cruise terminal: $390
- Cruise Terminal From/to Venice: $941
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Ravenna $17
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 Ravenna, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Ravenna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ravenna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ravenna 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 Ravenna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Ravenna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Ravenna?
Ravenna has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Ravenna, 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 Ravenna?
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 Ravenna in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Ravenna. Also, many visitors come to Ravenna in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Ravenna in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Ravenna fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Ravenna. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Ravenna receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Ravenna 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Ravenna in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Ravenna. Also, most visitors come to Ravenna for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere during these months.
In the autumn, Ephesus is a little warmer than Ravenna. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Ravenna averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Ravenna. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Ravenna 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)Ravenna 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Ravenna in the Winter?
Both Ravenna and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Ravenna because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Ravenna can be very cold. In January, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Ravenna. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Ravenna fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Ravenna. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Ravenna receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Ravenna 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Ravenna in the Spring?
Both Ravenna and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the small town charm are the main draw to Ravenna this time of year.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Ravenna in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Ravenna fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Ravenna. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Ravenna 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)Ravenna 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Ravenna and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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