A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Baden-Baden for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Fethiye or Baden-Baden?

Fethiye

Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.

Baden-Baden

Baden Baden is the perfect spa town in Germany that lets you dip your toes in the culture, relax, and mingle with the locals all while soaking your weary travel bones in the nourishing mineral waters or sweating out the toxins from one too many German beers.

Baden Baden is located about 2 hours directly South of Frankfurt, making it the perfect day trip. Alternately, Baden Baden is still an easy day trip from Bavaria or other nearby regions of Germany or you can even create a whole weekend in the Black Forest, complete with Cuckoo Clock shopping and more. It's also not far from Stuttgart.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Germany, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Baden-Baden or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Baden-Baden is $165. 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 Fethiye and Baden-Baden in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Baden-Baden $94
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Baden-Baden $188
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Baden-Baden

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Baden-Baden? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Baden-Baden


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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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Baden-Baden Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Baden-Baden $36
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Fethiye to Dalaman International Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $28
  • Fethiye to Dalaman Airport (DLM) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $35
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Hotels: $38
  • Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
  • From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $43
  • From Island Sailing Trip with Transfer and Lunch: $45
  • Fethiye Quad Safari Experience (Adventure Tour) w/ Hotel Transfer: $45
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $47
  • From Quad Bike Adventure with Transfers: $48

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Baden-Baden?

Prices for flights to both Baden-Baden and Fethiye 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $35
    Baden-Baden $44
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Baden-Baden $36
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $7.42
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.17

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.

  • Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $28
  • Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $29
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
  • Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $38
  • Private & Sharing Boat Tours from Fethiye: $38
  • Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
  • Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40

Tours and Activities in Baden-Baden

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Baden-Baden are as follows:

  • Baden-Baden Private walking tour: $374
  • Baden-Baden Yuletide Stroll: Experience the Festive Charm: $359
  • Christmas Market Walking Tour: $254
  • Powerful Women Themed Guided Walking Tour: $15
  • Private Guided KNUMO e-Scooter Tour VIP: $138
  • Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $248
  • Family Adventure Stroll: Exploring Baden-Baden’s Treasures: $232
  • Family Adventure Stroll: Exploring Baden-Baden’s Treasures: $252
  • Private Walking Tour in Baden Neuweirs Vineyard: $653
  • Romance in Baden-Baden – Private Walking Tour: $252
  • Scenic Baden-Baden Walking Tour: Discovering Historic Charm: $373

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Baden-Baden $13


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Baden-Baden, we can see that Baden-Baden is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Baden-Baden would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Baden-Baden than you might in Fethiye.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Baden-Baden Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Baden-Baden?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 11% larger than the population of Baden-Baden. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Baden-Baden, 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 Fethiye or Baden-Baden?

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.

Should I visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden in the Summer?

Both Baden-Baden and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Baden-Baden in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Baden-Baden. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Baden-Baden averages at about 20°C (67°F).

In Baden-Baden, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baden-Baden receives 231 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Baden-Baden receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Baden-Baden 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Baden-Baden. Also, most visitors come to Baden-Baden for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Baden-Baden. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Baden-Baden fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Baden-Baden during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Baden-Baden receives 91 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Baden-Baden receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Baden-Baden 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Baden-Baden. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Baden-Baden because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Baden-Baden can be very cold. Fethiye is much warmer than Baden-Baden in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Baden-Baden fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baden-Baden receives 35 hours of full sun.

Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Baden-Baden receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Baden-Baden 2°C (35°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Baden-Baden in the Spring?

Both Baden-Baden and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Baden-Baden this time of year.

In the spring, Fethiye is much warmer than Baden-Baden. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Baden-Baden averages at about 10°C (50°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Baden-Baden during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Baden-Baden receives 154 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Baden-Baden. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Baden-Baden receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Baden-Baden 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Baden-Baden and Fethiye

Fethiye Baden-Baden
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 2°C (35°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 3°C (38°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 7°C (44°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 14°C (58°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 20°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (67°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 6°C (43°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 3°C (37°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)