Which place is cheaper, Pecs 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 Pecs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Pecs, 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 Pecs?
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).
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Hungary, and The Best Historical Tours in Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $131Pecs $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $131, while the average daily cost in Pecs is $112. 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 Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $55Pecs $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $110Pecs $84
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Pecs? 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 Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $40Pecs $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $100
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $50
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kusadasi Horse Riding Beach and Forest options with Transfer : $66
- Kusadasi Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport: $102
- Kusadasi Samos Ferry Trip With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $90
- Private Guided Ephesus Tour with Cruise port Transfers: $80
- Private Transfer Kusadasi from/to Pamukkale: $263
- Private Transfer Kusadasi, Port, Hotel From/To Izmir Airport: $299
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Kusadasi: $100
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs 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 $45Pecs $56
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 Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two$27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $46Pecs $19
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $12Pecs $9.22
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Pecs, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Pecs?
Pecs has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Pecs, 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 Pecs?
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 Pecs in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Pecs. Many travelers come to Ephesus for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pecs. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Pecs. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEphesus 27°C (81°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Pecs in the Autumn?
Both Pecs and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Ephesus in the autumn for the shopping scene.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Pecs. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEphesus 19°C (66°F)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Pecs in the Winter?
Both Pecs and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Ephesus for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Ephesus is much warmer than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Pecs. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEphesus 10°C (50°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Ephesus or Pecs in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Pecs.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Pecs. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEphesus 15°C (59°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Ephesus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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