Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Catania?
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 Catania or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Catania and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Olympos?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
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 dayCatania €150Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €150, 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 Catania and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Catania and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Catania 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: Catania Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Olympos €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- Private Transfer From Catania to Palermo or vice versa: $281
- Catania Airport (CTA) to Palermo Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $258
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to PALERMO (or VICEVERSA): $256
- Private transfer from Catania City or APT to Siracusa: $249
- Private Transfer from Catania APT to Taormina: $240
- Private Transfer from Catania to Palermo with Tour options: $238
- Transfer Catania / Licata Airport: $238
- Transfer Catania / Agrigento Airport: $238
- Catania Airport(CTA) to Siracusa Port-Round Trip Private Transfer: $227
- Transfers from Catania to Noto : $223
- Private Transfer from Catania to Cefalu (Direct or with Stops): $222
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to CEFALU' (or VICEVERSA): $215
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Suluada Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer From Belek,Antalya,Kemer: $11
- Suluada ( Maldives ) Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer: $12
- Mega Star Party Boat Trip From Kemer With Lunch And Transfer: $12
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $14
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Land of Legends Night Show with Round Transfer from Kemer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $23
- Land of Legends Night Show Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $27
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Catania 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 dayCatania €70Olympos €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- The Sweet Side of Sicily – A Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $66
- Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better: $74
- Street food tour of Catania by night: $83
- Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner: $113
- the Magic and secrets of Sicilian Cooking Classes: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Catania: $173
- Cooking Class in Taormina with Lunch Included: $184
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.Catania €19Olympos €20
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- 7-hour city tour of Enna and Piazza Armerina Villa Romana : $227
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $262
- Adventure on Mount Etna: Experience the Magic of Snow with Snowshoes: $83
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $144
- Bike tour of Catania by e-bike: $78
- Buscemi - Palazzolo Acreide - Marzamemi Tour: $239
- CATANIA : Etna Sunset Tour with Free Pick-Up from Catania: $70
- COMMISSARIO MONTALBANO Tour: $281
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
- Catania Private Walking Tour with "Arancino and Cannolo" Tasting: $238
- Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure: $76
- Catania Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $6.58
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage: $15
- Kemer Quad Safari Experience at Goynuk Canyon: $18
- Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $18
- Medusa 3 Islands Boat Tour from Kemer Foam Party and Free Lunch: $20
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20
- Sea, Sun, and Flavor: Adrasan Boat Tour + Free Lunch Included!: $24
- Kemer Boat Tour from Antalya with Swim,Foam Party&Lunch Included: $28
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage : $30
- Kemer Rafting, Jeep Safari, Zipline, Buggy Safari Combo Tour: $35
- Quad Off Road Safari Tour Kemer: $37
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Olympos €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Sicilian Villages Wine Tasting, Oil and Ricotta, Lunch Included: $96
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $127
- Castelmola and Etna Wine Tasting Tour from Messina: $167
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $173
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $184
- Private visit to the cellars of Etna with wine tasting: $222
- Etna private tour with wine cellar gambino lunch and wine tasting: $281
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Olympos, we can see that Catania 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 Catania would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catania 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 Catania Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Catania 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 Catania or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Catania as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Catania for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Catania is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 26°C (79°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 Catania this time of the year. In the summer, Catania often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Catania gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets less rain in July than Olympos. Catania gets 6 mm (0.2 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 JulyCatania 26°C (79°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Catania or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Catania are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Catania because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
Catania is around the same temperature as Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Catania gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Catania. In October, Catania usually receives more rain than Olympos. Catania gets 128 mm (5 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 OctoberCatania 19°C (67°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Catania or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Catania during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Catania this time of year.
In the winter, Catania is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Catania in January average around 10°C (51°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Catania often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Catania gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Catania gets 69 mm (2.7 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 JanuaryCatania 10°C (51°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Catania or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Catania and Olympos. Many travelers come to Catania for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Catania is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 15°C (58°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Catania, it's very sunny this time of the year. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Catania gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Catania usually receives more rain than Olympos. Catania gets 37 mm (1.5 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 AprilCatania 15°C (58°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Catania
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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