Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Taormina?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Taormina or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Taormina and Olympos can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Taormina or Olympos?
Taormina
A quaint hillside town on the eastern side of Sicily, Taormina is arguably one of the most popular tourist resorts on the island. It's peak season is the months of July and August when Italian and European tourists alike flock to the beaches. During this time it can be crowded and hot, but if you visit during the spring or fall months you might find the crowds slightly less and the weather more comfortable. The town is popular with package tours, which stay at the beach resorts around Giardini Naxos to the south or Letojanni to the north.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, 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 dayTaormina €132Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Taormina is €132, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €78. 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 Taormina and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTaormina €70Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTaormina €140Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Taormina and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Taormina 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: Taormina Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Taormina €4.29Olympos €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taormina
Also for Taormina, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Transfer from Messina: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $111
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $107
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $84
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $72
- Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Belek: $63
- Departure Private Transfer from Kiris, Camyuva, Tekirova to Antalya Airport: $62
- Gonster Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch and Transfer from Kemer: $52
- Kemer Dinopark Tour with hotel transfer : $49
- Suluada Island Boat Trip incl. Lunch and Transfer f/Kemer: $42
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Taormina or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Taormina 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 dayTaormina €57Olympos €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Party Boat GONSTER : with Dinner, Wine ,Beer & Soft Drinks: $48
- Fire of Anatolia Dance Show Dinner and Transfer from Kemer: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Taormina €11Olympos €20
Tours and Activities in Taormina
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Taormina.
- 5 Hours Private Tour of Taormina from Messina: $666
- Best Tour di Taormina, Castelmola, Isola Bella e Messina: $470
- From Messina: boat tour discovering Isola bella and Taormina: $217
- From Taormina or Messina Harbor: Private Godfather Tour: $317
- Shore tour from Messina cruise port: Taormina and Castelmola: $540
- Shore tour from Messina port: Taormina & Godfather Places: $599
- Sicily: Best of Taormina and Castelmola Private Tour: $234
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $18
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya All Inclusive Kekova Sunken City Demre and Lycia Day Tour: $79
- Antalya City and Duden Waterfalls Tour with BBQ Lunch from Kemer: $78
- Apollo Temple, Perge Ancient City, and Waterfalls Tour with Lunch: $45
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $42
- From Antalya: 2-Day Cappadocia, Cave Hotel, & Balloon Tour: $60
- Full Day Phaselis and Tahtali Mountain Tour from Kemer: $107
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Gonster Party Cruise with Foam Party Swim Stops and Lunch: $43
- Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTaormina €8.57Olympos €12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Taormina and Olympos, we can see that Taormina 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 Taormina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Taormina 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 Taormina Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Taormina or Olympos?
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 Taormina or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Taormina are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Taormina for the beaches, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Taormina is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Taormina in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Taormina. Taormina usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Taormina gets 332 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Taormina usually receives less rain than Olympos. Taormina gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTaormina 27°C (80°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Taormina during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Taormina in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Taormina is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Taormina average around 21°C (69°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Taormina often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Taormina gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Taormina. Taormina usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Taormina gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTaormina 21°C (69°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Taormina and Olympos. Most visitors come to Taormina for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Taormina is a little warmer than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Taormina averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Taormina usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Taormina gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Taormina usually receives more rain than Olympos. Taormina gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTaormina 13°C (55°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Taormina as well as Olympos. The spring months attract visitors to Taormina because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Taormina is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Taormina in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Taormina this time of the year. In the spring, Taormina often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Taormina gets 207 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Taormina usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Taormina gets 37 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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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTaormina 16°C (60°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Taormina
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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