Which place is cheaper, Trogir or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Trogir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Trogir, 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 Trogir?
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).
Trogir
Trogir is a town set within partially intact medieval walls on the central Adriatic coast of Croatia. Its preserved old town, known for its mix of Renaissance, Baroque, and Romanesque buildings, lies on a small island connected to the mainland and the island of Ciovo by bridges. The 13th-century Cathedral of St. Lawrence houses the Renaissance Chapel of St. John and offers sweeping views from its bell tower. On summer nights everyone gravitates to the wide seaside promenade, lined with bars, cafes and yachts - leaving the knotted maze-like marble streets gleaming under old-fashioned streetlights. In 1997 its profuse collection of Romanesque and Renaissance buildings earned it World Heritage status. While it's easily reached on a day trip from Split, Trogir also makes a good alternative base to the big city and a relaxing place to spend a few days.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Croatia, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Trogir $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Trogir is $110. 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 Trogir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Trogir $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Trogir $122
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Trogir
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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 Trogir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $51Trogir $16
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 Trogir
Also for Trogir, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfer from Trogir to Split/Split airport: $348
- Split Airport (SPU) to Zadar hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Private one way transfer from Trogir to Split: $83
- One Way Private Transfer from Split to Trogir: $83
- Split airport to Split Private transfer to 8 pax (Door to Door any location): $71
- Private Transfer from Split Croatia Airport to Hotel : $60
- Airport Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Marina Aci Trogir to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Private Transfer from Okrug Gornji (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Private Transfer from Slatine (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Split Airport (SPU) to Šibenik hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Trogir?
Prices for flights to both Trogir 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 $33Trogir $35
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 $59Trogir $26
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 Trogir
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Trogir.
- 3 Islands Half day Tour From Trogir : $66
- Adriatica Tour ( Blue Lagoon and Solta) from Trogir: $93
- Adriatica Tour: Blue Lagoon and Solta from Trogir or Split: $695
- Blue Cave and Hvar 5 Islands speedboat tour | from Split&Trogir: $158
- Blue Cave and Hvar Tour from Trogir: $109
- Blue Lagoon Half Day Tour: $76
- Blue Lagoon Three Islands half day tour from Trogir and Split: $87
- Blue Lagoon half-day Private Boat Tour: $826
- Blue Lagoon- Half day tour with comfortable speed boat: $75
- Blue cave, Mama Mia and Hvar, 5 island speedboat tour from Trogir: $104
- Brac Island: Full-Day Tour with Lunch: $535
- Brač & Bol private tour: $909
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Trogir $16
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 Trogir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Trogir:
- Skradin: Wine Tasting in a local family winery: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Trogir, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Trogir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Trogir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Trogir 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 Trogir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Trogir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Trogir?
Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Trogir. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Trogir, 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 Trogir?
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 Trogir in the Summer?
Both Trogir and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Trogir because of the beaches, snorkeling, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Trogir. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Trogir fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Trogir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Trogir during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Trogir receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Trogir. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Trogir 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)Trogir 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Trogir in the Autumn?
Both Trogir and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere are the main draw to Trogir this time of year.
Ephesus is around the same temperature as Trogir in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Trogir fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Trogir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Trogir. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trogir receives 200 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Trogir. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Trogir 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)Trogir 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Trogir in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Trogir. Furthermore, many travelers come to Trogir for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Ephesus is a little warmer than Trogir. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Trogir averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Ephesus usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Trogir during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Trogir receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Trogir. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Trogir 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)Trogir 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Trogir in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Trogir. Additionally, many visitors come to Trogir in the spring for the beaches and the small town charm.
In April, Ephesus is generally around the same temperature as Trogir. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Trogir fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Trogir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Trogir. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trogir receives 212 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Trogir. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Trogir 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)Trogir 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Trogir and Ephesus
| Ephesus | Trogir | |||
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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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