Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Saint Petersburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Saint Petersburg or Olympos? 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.
Saint Petersburg is a beautiful city that sits on the eastern edge of the Baltic Sea. Its historical city center is threaded with canals and architecturally impressive buildings, leaving little doubt as to why this city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the second largest city in Russia, but perhaps a favorite among travelers. The metropolitan area has a population of over 5 million as well as an impressive culture with fascinating museums, restaurants, and architecture. The city has no shortage of sights and attractions, and many days can be passed while you wander its intricate streets.
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 in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint Petersburg is $63, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Saint Petersburg and Olympos in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint Petersburg:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Saint Petersburg 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.
For Saint Petersburg, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Olympos, 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 Olympos.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint Petersburg and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Saint Petersburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint Petersburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint Petersburg 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 Olympos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Olympos than you might in Saint Petersburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint Petersburg Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint Petersburg and Olympos.
In July, Saint Petersburg is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Saint Petersburg average around 18°C (64°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Saint Petersburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint Petersburg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Saint Petersburg gets 267 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Saint Petersburg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Saint Petersburg as well as Olympos.
Saint Petersburg is much colder than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint Petersburg averages around 6°C (42°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the autumn, Saint Petersburg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 70 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Saint Petersburg usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Olympos and Saint Petersburg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Saint Petersburg. In the winter, Saint Petersburg is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint Petersburg in January average around -8°C (18°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Saint Petersburg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Saint Petersburg gets 22 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Saint Petersburg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Olympos and Saint Petersburg during the spring are popular places to visit.
Saint Petersburg can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Saint Petersburg is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Saint Petersburg average around 4°C (40°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Saint Petersburg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Saint Petersburg usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Saint Petersburg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Saint Petersburg | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -8°C (18°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | -2°C (28°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 4°C (40°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 11°C (52°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 16°C (60°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 16°C (62°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 6°C (42°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | -5°C (24°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |