Which place is cheaper, Stuttgart or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Stuttgart?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Stuttgart, 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 Stuttgart?
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).
Stuttgart
Stuttgart is a large city in southern Germany, notably famous for being the headquarters to some auto industry giants such as Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. The population of the city proper is about 600,000 and there are two and half million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to the 10th century and today it is a large city that still maintains a small town vibe. The local residents are quite friendly and eager to welcome you to their city. They are also very accommodating if you do not speak German, so you can always expect a little help with translation if it is needed.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Stuttgart $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Stuttgart is $176. 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 Stuttgart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Stuttgart $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Stuttgart $216
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Stuttgart
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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 Stuttgart Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Stuttgart $27
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 Stuttgart
Also for Stuttgart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Stuttgart Airport to Baden-Baden: $291
- Stuttgart Airport to Oberstdorf Alpse Grünten Round Trip Transfer: $175
- Stuttgart Airport(STR) to Baden-Baden Thermal Round-Trip Transfer: $153
- Stuttgart Airport to Titisee-Neustadt Thermal Private Transfer: $153
- Private Transfer from Stuttgart City to Frankfurt City: $139
- Private Transfer Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by Luxury Car: $108
- Private Transfer Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by Luxury Car: $108
- Private Transfer to/from Stuttgart Airport (STR): $103
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by MB Sedan: $91
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by MB Van: $91
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by MB Sedan: $91
- Special Private Transfer from Stuttgart to Mercedes-Benz Museum: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Stuttgart?
Prices for flights to both Stuttgart 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 $33Stuttgart $40
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
Typical Food Prices in Stuttgart
For Stuttgart, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Panini To Go$2.14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Stuttgart $25
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 Stuttgart
For Stuttgart, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- City Tour Heilbronn in a double-decker bus: $22
- Mulled winetour before christmas in Stuttgart: $46
- Private Guided Walking Tour in Stuttgart: $71
- Private Shopping Tour from Stuttgart City to Outletcity Metzingen: $163
- Private Shopping Tour from Stuttgart to Outletcity Metzingen: $147
- Private digital puzzle tour in the Stuttgart Höhenpark Killesberg: $37
- SUP BASIC COURSE Stuttgart Neckar Stand Up Paddling / Paddling Adventure Jones Tours: $54
- Stuttgart 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $21
- Stuttgart City walk - Private tour: $356
- Stuttgart Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Stuttgart Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- Stuttgart Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Stuttgart $23
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 Stuttgart
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Stuttgart:
- Vineyard hike along one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Stuttgart with wine tasting: $28
- Wine hike with wine tasting: $31
- Guided Wine Walk & Wine Tasting: $44
- Wine Tour with wines of the best winemakers: $46
- Fußball Weintour - Football & Wine Tour: $46
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Stuttgart, we can see that Stuttgart is more expensive. And not only is Ephesus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ephesus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ephesus 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 Stuttgart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stuttgart than you might in Ephesus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Stuttgart Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Stuttgart?
Stuttgart has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Stuttgart, 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 Stuttgart?
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 Stuttgart in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Stuttgart. Also, most visitors come to Stuttgart for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Stuttgart. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Stuttgart averages at about 22°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Stuttgart this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Stuttgart during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Stuttgart receives 238 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Stuttgart 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Stuttgart in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Stuttgart. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Stuttgart because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Stuttgart. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Stuttgart fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stuttgart receives 122 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Stuttgart 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Stuttgart in the Winter?
Both Stuttgart and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Stuttgart this time of year.
It's quite cold in Stuttgart in the winter. Ephesus is much warmer than Stuttgart in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Stuttgart fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Stuttgart during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Stuttgart receives 60 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Stuttgart 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)Stuttgart 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Stuttgart in the Spring?
Both Stuttgart and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Stuttgart for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Stuttgart. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Stuttgart averages at about 11°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stuttgart receives 154 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Stuttgart. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Stuttgart 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Stuttgart 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 (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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