Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Girona?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Girona or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Girona and Olympos. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Girona or Olympos?
Girona
Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.
Olympos
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGirona €140Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Girona is €140, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Girona and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGirona €69Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGirona €138Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Girona and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Girona or Olympos? 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: Girona Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Girona €49Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Girona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:
- Private Transfer from Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar to Barcelona: $262
- Transfer from Barcelona to girona Airport: $196
- Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $33
- Girona Airport Bus Transfer from/to Barcelona Center: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Girona or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Girona 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 dayGirona €41Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Girona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Girona.
- The 11 tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $88
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $91
- Girona Evening Food Tour & Tapas Bar Experience: $95
- The 11 Tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $96
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Girona €24Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Girona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Girona are as follows:
- 2h Guided Kayak Tour on the Costa Brava: $44
- Basic Dali Experience & Costa Brava from Girona or Palamos: $196
- Cadaqués & Dalí House-Museum day trip from Girona (tickets included): $158
- Dalí Museum and Costa Brava Small Group Tour from Girona: $152
- E-ticket to Girona's Cathedral, Art Museum & S.t Feliu Church: $29
- From Dalí Museum and Girona Small Group Tour: $149
- From Dalí Museum, Cadaqués and Creus Cape Tour: $149
- Girona - Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
- Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $6.42
- Girona City Tour Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11
- Girona Food & Market Small Group Tour: $106
- Girona Guided Tour with Cathedral, Arab Baths & St Feliu Basilica: $131
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer Turkey with Two Dives and Lunch: $26
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Safari Adventure in the mountains from Kemer: $32
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGirona €9.69Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Girona
Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spanish Wine Tasting in the Costa Brava: $82
- Local Wineries Tour with Breakfast and Wine Tasting: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Girona and Olympos, we can see that Girona is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Girona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Girona than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Girona Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Girona or Olympos?
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 Girona or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Girona as well as Olympos. The small town charm and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Girona this time of year.
In July, Girona is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Girona average around 24°C (75°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Girona this time of the year. In the summer, Girona often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Girona gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Girona usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Girona gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGirona 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Girona or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Girona are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Girona for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Girona is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Girona averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Girona usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Girona gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Girona usually receives more rain than Olympos. Girona gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGirona 16°C (61°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Girona or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Girona during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Girona in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Girona is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Girona in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Girona often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Girona gets 148 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Girona usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Girona gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGirona 8°C (46°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Girona or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Girona and Olympos. Most visitors come to Girona for the small town charm and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Girona is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Girona average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Girona usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Girona gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Girona usually receives more rain than Olympos. Girona gets 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGirona 13°C (55°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Girona
| Girona | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (47°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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