Which place is cheaper, Split or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Split?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Split, 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 Split?
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).
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Split $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Split is $116. 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 Split in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Split $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Split $156
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Split
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Split? 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 Split Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Split $15
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 Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,069
- Split/Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,016
- Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,016
- Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $735
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Zagreb: $668
- Split Airport: Speedboat Taxi transfer to/from Hvar: $642
- private transfer from Split airport to Novalja/Zrće: $535
- Airport to Hvar Town Speedboat Transfer: $535
- Split – Dubrovnik via Ston Private transfer: $441
- Private Transfer to Krka with Driver & Optional Guide: $427
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Dubrovnik: $387
- Private transfer (Taxi) Split to Zadar: $284
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Split?
Prices for flights to both Split 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 $33Split $25
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour: $37
- Homemade Dinner under the Stars in Split: $85
- Food Tour in Split ( Small Group): $96
- Split Food Tour (Small Group): $98
- Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy: $102
- Walking Vegan Food Tour of Split: $104
- Old Town Food Tour: $107
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $131
- Split Cooking Class - Afternoon Edition Shared Activity: $191
- Private Authentic Wine & Food tour from Split: $240
- Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Split $3.96
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 Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Small Group Tour with Lunch: $82
- History tour: $33
- SPLIT-"Emperor's City for History Lovers"/PRIVATE Walking Tour+Cellars Museum : $210
- "Blue Lagoon" Half day Chill out tour from Split: $75
- "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $66
- 2 Day Pass with Sightseeing Bus: $33
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Split with an Art Historian: $24
- 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $33
- 2-Hour Private Guided Tour of Split in a Classic Ford T: $45
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $87
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $86
- 2-hours Split Segway Tour: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Split $8.49
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 Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Krka Waterfalls & Swimming & Wine tasting: $24
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $26
- Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $29
- Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting tour from Split: $31
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $38
- Wine Tasting and Sunset Klis Fortress Tour from Split: $38
- Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir: $46
- Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $51
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $53
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian’s Palace: $55
- Diocletian's Palace Walking and Wine Tasting Tour: $71
- From Split/Trogir: Mostar and Medjugorje Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Split, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Split much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Split would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Split 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 Split.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Split Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Split?
Split has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Split, 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 Split?
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 Split in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Split. Furthermore, many visitors come to Split in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Split in the summer. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Split fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Split during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Split. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Split 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Split in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Split. Additionally, most visitors come to Split for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Split. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ephesus in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Split averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Split. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Split. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 200 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Split. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Split 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Split in the Winter?
Both Split and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Split because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Split. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 10°C (50°F), and Split fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Split during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Split. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Split 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Split in the Spring?
Both Split and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Split this time of year.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Split in the spring. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Split fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Split. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 212 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Split. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Split 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Split and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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