Which place is cheaper, Setubal or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Setubal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Setubal, 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 Setubal?
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).
Setubal
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Setubal $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Setubal is $132. 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 Setubal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Setubal $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Setubal $126
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Setubal
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Setubal? 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 Setubal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Setubal $58
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 Setubal
Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers (Lisbon - Évora) / (Évora - Lisbon): $197
- Paragliding experience near Lisbon with transfers from Lisbon: $148
- Transfer Sesimbra to Lisbon Airport: $82
- Boat Transfer to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach with Return: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Setubal?
Prices for flights to both Setubal 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 $33Setubal $37
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 $59Setubal $13
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 Setubal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
- Évora Private Walking Tour, By Local Guide: $44
- Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Évora Tales and Legends Walking Tour from Évora: $55
- Évora With Love Walking Tours: $55
- Évora: Christian Heritage Private Walking Tour: $64
- Évora: Private Walking Tour: $64
- 4x4 Tour to the Wonders of Cabo Espichel : $49
- 4x4 and Boat Tour in Arrabida Natural Park: $98
- Arrábida Jeep 4x4 tour to Arrábida, the most beautiful beach of Europe: $93
- Arrábida National Park Rock Climbing Experience: $128
- Arrábida Natural Park: Stand Up Paddleboard Tour and Lesson: $53
- Arrábida Nature Jeep Tour: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Setubal $11
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Setubal
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
- Jeep Tour through Arrábida Azeitão and Wine Tasting: $56
- Monsaraz and Wine Tasting Tour from Évora: $71
- Alentejo Wine Tour from Évora: $76
- Sesimbra: Half-Day Tour to Arrabida with Wine Tasting: $106
- Wine Tour, discovering the famous Setúbal Moscatel: $137
- Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour from Lisbon : $152
- Private Wine Tour from Lisbon to Arrábida: Wine & Cheese Tasting: $170
When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Setubal, 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 Setubal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Setubal?
Setubal has a larger population, and is about 85% larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Setubal, 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 Setubal?
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 Setubal in the Summer?
Both Setubal and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Setubal. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Setubal. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Setubal during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Setubal. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Setubal 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Setubal in the Autumn?
Both Setubal and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Setubal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Setubal fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Setubal. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 213 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Setubal. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Setubal 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Setubal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Setubal.
In the winter, Ephesus is cooler than Setubal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Setubal averages at about 12°C (53°F).
Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Setubal during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Setubal receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.
Setubal 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 Setubal. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Setubal 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Setubal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Setubal.
In April, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Setubal. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Setubal fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Setubal. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Setubal receives 235 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Setubal. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Setubal receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Setubal 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Setubal and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Setubal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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