Which place is cheaper, Lisbon or Bodrum?
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 Bodrum or Lisbon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Lisbon 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: Bodrum or Lisbon?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $86Lisbon $196
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $86, while the average daily cost in Lisbon is $196. 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 Bodrum and Lisbon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $38Lisbon $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $76Lisbon $148
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Lisbon
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Lisbon? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Lisbon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $19Lisbon $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- İzmir Airport - Kuşadası / İzmir Center : Private Transfer: $31
- Turgutreis Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $96
- Torba Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $72
- Private Transfer from Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) to Bodrum Port: $50
- Private Milas-Bodrum Airport Transfers to Hotels: $78
- Private Bodrum Airport Transfer in Turkiye: $48
- Private Arrival/Departure Milas-Bodrum Airport(BJV) Transfer: $59
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Marmaris Hotels: $119
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport to Central Bodrum or Bodrum Peninsula Hotels: $48
- Private Airport Transfer from Bodrum airport to Kusadasi: $300
- Ortakent Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $90
- Off-Road Jeep Safari Tour in Bodrum with Lunch & Transfer: $102
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride$7.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From the Algarve to Lisbon; Guided transfer with extra Wow!: $763
- Transfer to Six Senses Douro Valley from Lisbon: $763
- Private Transfer: Seville to Lisbon: $705
- Full Day Tour - Transfer to Algarve from Lisbon with Stops: $705
- Private Door to Door Transfers from/to (Seville - Lisbon): $587
- Private Transfer to Porto with stops until 3 cities: $528
- Private Transfer From Algarve To Lisbon By 8 Seats Minibus: $528
- One Way Private Transfer to/from Faro: $505
- Transfer to Porto with Obidos and Nazare: $481
- Algarve to Lisbon Airport Transfer: $470
- Private Transfer Lisbon-Algarve: $370
- From Private Transfer to Lagos/Portimão/Carvoeiro: $364
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Lisbon?
Prices for flights to both Lisbon and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $33Lisbon $86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Local Home: $70
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $114
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $143
- Market Visit and Cooking Class: $152
- Bodrum Cooking Class: $191
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $202
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $209
- Sunset Boat Trip including Dinner: $239
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $243
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Optional Dinner: $388
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $410
- Private Sunset Yacht Tour with light Dinner: $528
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee$2.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lisbon Sunset DJ Party – Luxury Boat, Pizza & Open Bar: $29
- Lisbon Exclusive Sunset Cruise – Pizza, Open Bar & Dolphins: $29
- Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner : $32
- Lisbon Sunset DJ Party – Luxury Boat, Pizza & Open Bar: $35
- Traditional Walking Food Tour: $50
- Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner: $57
- Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner: $58
- Lisbon Sangria – Exclusive Luxury Cruise with Pizza & Music: $59
- Pizza Cruise on a Luxury Boat with Open Bar: $59
- Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks: $59
- Pizza Cruise on a Luxury Boat with Open Bar: $60
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class in Lisbon: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $25Lisbon $28
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Boat Tour to Orak Island: $33
- Private Bodrum City Tour for Cruisers: $75
- Ölüdeniz: Blue Cave, Butterfly Valley & Lunch Boat Tour: $62
- Bibical Gems of Ephesus Tour from Yalıkavak Marina or Bodrum Port: $149
- Boattrip to Bodrum Maledives for Virgin Cruise Passengers: $41
- Bodrum Aquapark Entry Ticket : $55
- Bodrum Aquarium Bay Tour with Lunch & Swimming Stops: $37
- Bodrum Atv Safari Tour: $64
- Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands: $28
- Bodrum City Tour : Lunch Guide Entry fees included: $217
- Bodrum Cleopatra & Orak Island Mix Tour by Boat: $36
- Bodrum Fullday Private Tour with Licenced Guide & Dlx Van: $190
Tours and Activities in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Óbidos - Nazaré - Mafra (National Palace of Mafra)Private tour from Lisbon: $173
- 2 Hours Surf Lesson Experience in Costa da Caprica: $42
- Divine Journey : Fatima Full Day Private Tour: $215
- Expert Guided Walking Tour of Belém with Stunning view & History: $191
- Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon: $90
- Guided Tour to Sintra with 4 Monuments Visit, Private Full Day: $263
- Lisbon Essential Walking Tour: History, Stories and Lifestyle: $30
- Private Sailing Experience: $179
- Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Coast with Tickets from Lisbon: $76
- Tour of Groutes Mira de Aire + Battle Monastery: $179
- from Sintra half-day sightseeing tour: $215
- Évora Tour: $179
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $11Lisbon $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Bodrum
Also in Bodrum, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Looms & Vines: Turkish Rug Heritage and Boutique Wine Tasting: $180
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Lisbon Port Wine Tasting at Taylors Shop and Tasting Room: $19
- 1-Hour Portuguese Wine Tasting Session: $22
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots & VIP Club Entry: $23
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar (Premium Upgrade Available): $23
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: Unlimited Drinks, Shots & V.I.P Club Entry: $23
- Private Bar Crawl in Lisbon: $24
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $24
- Portuguese Wine Tasting: $25
- Guided Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif: $28
- Port Wine Tasting Apéritif/Digestif at Portuguese Wine Bar: $29
- Lisbon Wine Tasting: $29
- Catamaran Luxury Sunset and Wine Tour: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Lisbon, we can see that Lisbon is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Lisbon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisbon than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Lisbon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Lisbon?
Lisbon has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Lisbon, 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 Bodrum or Lisbon?
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 Bodrum or Lisbon in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Lisbon. Furthermore, many visitors come to Lisbon in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Bodrum is a little warmer than Lisbon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bodrum in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Lisbon averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Lisbon. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Lisbon 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lisbon in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Lisbon. Additionally, most visitors come to Lisbon for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Bodrum is generally around the same temperature as Lisbon. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 19°C (66°F), and Lisbon fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in October than Lisbon. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Lisbon 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lisbon in the Winter?
Both Lisbon and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Lisbon because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Bodrum is cooler than Lisbon in the winter. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Lisbon fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lisbon. It's quite rainy in Bodrum. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Lisbon. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Lisbon 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Lisbon in the Spring?
Both Lisbon and Bodrum during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Lisbon this time of year.
In the spring, Bodrum is around the same temperature as Lisbon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bodrum in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Lisbon averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Bodrum usually gets less rain in April than Lisbon. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Lisbon 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Lisbon and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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