Which place is cheaper, Varna or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Varna, 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.
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).
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Varna is $65. 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 Varna in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Varna, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Varna Expensive?.
Varna has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Varna, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Varna.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Varna. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Varna averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Varna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Varna. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 268 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Varna. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Varna receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Varna and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Varna. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Varna fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Varna during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Varna. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Varna receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Varna and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit.
Varna can be very cold during winter. Ephesus is much warmer than Varna in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Varna fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Varna. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Varna receives 83 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Varna. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Varna receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Varna.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Varna. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Varna averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Varna during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Varna receives 156 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Varna. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Varna receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Ephesus | Varna | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |