Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Ephesus?
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 Ephesus or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Mostar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Ephesus or Mostar?
Ephesus
The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $131Mostar $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $131, while the average daily cost in Mostar is $97. 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 Ephesus and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $55Mostar $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $110Mostar $80
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Mostar? 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: Ephesus Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $40Mostar $9.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $50
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $63
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $63
- Kusadasi Horse Riding Beach and Forest options with Transfer : $66
- Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $67
- Transfer: $72
- Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $74
- Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
- Private Guided Ephesus Tour with Cruise port Transfers: $80
- Kusadasi Samos Ferry Trip With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $573
- Private transfer from Mostar to Kotor: $363
- Dubrovnik to Mostar Direct Transfer: $351
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $282
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $248
- Private transfer Dubrovnik and Mostar: $226
- Split to Mostar Transfer with Kravice, Blagaj and Pocitelj: $218
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $214
- Dubrovnik to Mostar Transfer with Kravice, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $211
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $206
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $190
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Split, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Ephesus 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 dayEphesus $45Mostar $49
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.12
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Dessert$0.13
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.46
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Snacks$0.19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)$17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Medieval 3 course Dinner with Drinks: $34
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $76
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar with Lunch and Drinks: $77
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in a Medieval Restaurant: $88
- Cooking Class of Mostar: $179
- Sarajevo Old Town Tour With Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $262
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $46Mostar $10
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- Kusadasi Legacy of the Ottomans: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- Skip-the-Line Ephesus Tour with Lunch: $7.17
- SKIP-THE-LINE: BEST-SELLER PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR for Cruise Guests: $9.56
- Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour For Cruisers: $9.90
- Mini Group Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour (Max. 10 guests): $9.90
- "private Ephesus tours "" wholesaler Shop Tours ""from cruise port Kusadasi ": $10
- For Cruisers: Religious Ephesus Shore Excursion From Kusadasi Port: $11
- For Cruisers: Best of Ephesus & Shopping Tour: $11
- Private Ephesus Tour for Cruiser with Ticket and Lunch Options: $11
- PRIVATE or SHARED: Ephesus & Mary's House Tour ENTRY FEES & LUNCH: $11
- For Cruisers: Hidden Sights of Ephesus Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Ephesus Tour For Cruise Guest : $12
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $47
- 2 Hour Private Mostar Marvels Guided Walking Tour: $167
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $161
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $77
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $89
- Blagaj Tekija & Buna River Half-Day Tour from Mostar: $71
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $155
- City Tour: Mostar Medival Town: $31
- Cultural Herzegovina Tour: $118
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $58
- Drežnica Canyoning Adventure Tour in Mostar: $38
- Dubrovnik: Kravica & Mostar Day Trip | All Tickets Included: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $12Mostar $4.08
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
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Beer$0.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- PRIVATE & GROUP: SKIP-THE-LINE EPHESUS with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $12
- SKIP-THE-LINE Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $18
- POTTERY PAINTING & WINE TASTING Tour from Kusadasi Port: $49
- Kusadasi Shore Excursions Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
- Ephesus Shore Excursion with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $80
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)$7.21
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- Afternoon Guided Tour and Wine Tasting: $18
- Wine Tasting: $18
- Mostar Sunset Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $18
- Grand City Tour with Old Bridge Wine Tasting and Hub of Fine Arts: $83
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $119
- One Day Mostar Wine Tasting Tour: $220
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Mostar, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 65% larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Mostar, 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 Ephesus or Mostar?
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 Ephesus or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Ephesus for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Mostar. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Mostar. The autumn months attract visitors to Ephesus because of the shopping scene.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Mostar. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Mostar. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Ephesus this time of year.
Ephesus is much warmer than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Mostar. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Ephesus is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Mostar. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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