Which place is cheaper, Santillana or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Santillana, 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.
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).
A quaint town outside of Santander in northern Spain, Santillana de Mar is renowned for its medieval architecture. One of Spain's prettiest villages, Santillana del Mar and its cobbled streets are lined with palaces, churches, and balconies full of flowers. There are plenty of traditional shops selling local specialties, and it is nearby the UNESCO world heritage site of the Altamira Caves for something a little different.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Santillana is $112. 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 Santillana in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Santillana:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Here are a few actual costs in Santillana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Also in Santillana, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Santillana, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Santillana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Santillana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santillana 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 Santillana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Santillana Expensive?.
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Santillana. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Santillana, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Santillana.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Santillana in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Santillana fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Santillana. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Santillana. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santillana receives 213 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Santillana. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santillana and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Ephesus is a little warmer than Santillana. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Santillana averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Santillana during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Santillana receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Santillana. In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Santillana. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Santillana and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit.
In January, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Santillana. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Santillana fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Santillana. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Santillana receives 91 hours of full sun.
Santillana gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Santillana. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Santillana.
Ephesus is a little warmer than Santillana in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Santillana fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Santillana during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Santillana receives 148 hours of full sun in the spring.
Santillana receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Santillana. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Santillana receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Ephesus | Santillana | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |