Which place is cheaper, The Hague or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or The Hague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or The Hague, 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 The Hague?
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).
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143The Hague $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in The Hague is $191. 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 The Hague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70The Hague $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140The Hague $224
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and The Hague
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or The Hague? 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 The Hague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51The Hague $21
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 The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amsterdam: Private Transfer to/from The Hague: $278
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Schiphol Airport: $257
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport : $137
- Private Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $137
- Taxi Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $126
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $28
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Den Haag: $20
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Den Haag: $17
- Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag: $16
- Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam: $8.23
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or The Hague?
Prices for flights to both The Hague 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 $33The Hague $59
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 The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- WALKING DINNER DELFT | 3 courses incl. 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59The Hague $37
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 The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Delft: $3.27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in The Hague: $3.27
- Amsterdam: The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Private Day Tour: $535
- Bicycle tour The Hague Highlights: $27
- Boattour The Hague and Scheveningen: $187
- Delft: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
- Den Haag: Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive Tour: $74
- Discover Delft with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Discover The Hague's city center with an Outside Escape game tour: $27
- Drive it yourself electric Dune & Summer Flower GPS audio tour: $97
- Drive it yourself electric History and Castle GPS audio tour: $97
- Drive it yourself electric Tulip and Flower Fields GPS audio tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15The Hague $32
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 The Hague
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in The Hague:
- The Hague Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and The Hague, we can see that The Hague 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 The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague 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 The Hague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or The Hague?
The Hague has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and The Hague, 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 The Hague?
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 The Hague in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and The Hague. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to The Hague because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Ephesus is generally much warmer than The Hague. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and The Hague fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in The Hague this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than The Hague during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while The Hague receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than The Hague. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)The Hague 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or The Hague in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as The Hague. Additionally, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to The Hague this time of year.
Ephesus is much warmer than The Hague in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and The Hague fluctuates around 11°C (51°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 The Hague. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while The Hague receives 105 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than The Hague. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)The Hague 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or The Hague in the Winter?
Both The Hague and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to The Hague for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in The Hague. In the winter, Ephesus is much warmer than The Hague. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and The Hague averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than The Hague during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while The Hague receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than The Hague. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)The Hague 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or The Hague in the Spring?
Both The Hague and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to The Hague in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Ephesus is generally much warmer than The Hague. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and The Hague fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than The Hague. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while The Hague receives 158 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than The Hague. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while The Hague receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)The Hague 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for The Hague and Ephesus
| Ephesus | The Hague | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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