Which place is cheaper, Reims or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Reims?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Reims, 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 Reims?
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).
Reims
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in 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 $143Reims $140
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Reims is $140. 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 Reims in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Reims $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Reims $142
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Reims
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Reims? 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 Reims Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Reims $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $164
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
- Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
- From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer: $75
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $100
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $65
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
- Kusadasi Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
- Kusadasi International Golf Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reims
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
- From Transfer and Drive Through the Champagne Region: $856
- Private Transfer From Reims To Paris, 2 Hour Stop in Epernay: $227
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Reims?
Prices for flights to both Reims 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 $33Reims $43
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 $59Reims $20
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- For Cruisers: Skip-the-line Private Free Ephesus Tour : $0.05
- Self-guided Virtual Tour of The Highlights: $6.53
- Entry Free: Drive by Ephesus and Ancient Wonder Tour: $12
- Self-guided Virtual Tour of the ancient pearl of the Mediterranean: $17
- Kusadasi Traditional Turkish Bath Hamam Experience : $17
- SKIP THE LINE :Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour For Cruiser Guest: $19
- Private & Mini Group Classical Ephesus Tour For Cruisers: $19
- Skip the Line - Best of Ephesus: $19
- Time Travel in Affordable and Spectacular Experience: $20
- Best of Ephesus Guided Tour For Cruise Guest : $20
- Kusadasi Scuba Diving Tour By Local Experts: $20
- Kusadasi Quad Safari Adventure: $20
Tours and Activities in Reims
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full Day Champagne Pommery Small Group Tour: $251
- Private Tour of a Wine Estate and Oeno-olfactory Workshop: $104
- A unique sensory experience in the vineyards: $104
- Bubble Champagne Tour from Epernay (Small group half day tour): $169
- Champagne Cellar tour and tasting: $43
- Champagne Cellars & Vineyards tour from Reims full day: $229
- Champagne Guy De Chassey : Premium Tour and Tasting: $38
- Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $27
- Champagne Lamiable: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $33
- Champagne Lover Tour&Amazing Experience&With champagne sabering: $207
- Champagne Small-Group Tour with Tastings and Lunch from Epernay: $229
- Champagne: E-Bike Champagne Day Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $182
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Reims $24
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 comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Reims, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Reims Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Reims?
Reims has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Reims, 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 Reims?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Ephesus or Reims in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Reims. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Reims this time of year.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Reims. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Reims averages at about 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Reims. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Reims. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 235 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Reims. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Reims 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Reims in the Autumn?
Both Reims and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Reims for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Reims fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Reims during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 122 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Reims. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Reims 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Reims in the Winter?
Both Reims and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Reims in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Reims can get quite cold in the winter. Ephesus is much warmer than Reims in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Reims fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Reims. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 50 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Reims. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Reims receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Reims 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Reims in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Reims. Furthermore, most visitors come to Reims for the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Ephesus is much warmer than Reims. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Reims averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Reims during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 172 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Reims. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Reims receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Reims 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Reims 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) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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