Should I Visit Accra or Gothenburg for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Accra or Gothenburg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Gothenburg, 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: Accra or Gothenburg?

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

Gothenburg

Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden.

Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Accra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Accra Prices
Ghana Prices

Gothenburg Prices
Sweden Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Accra $41

Gothenburg $121

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $41, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $121. 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 Accra and Gothenburg in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Accra $17

Gothenburg $39
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Accra $34

Gothenburg $78

Compare Hotels in Accra and Gothenburg

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Gothenburg? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Accra Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Accra $15

Gothenburg $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $71
Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $45
Airport & City Transfers: $100
Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg

Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $63
Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $91
Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $98
Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Gothenburg Cruise Port: $103
City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $107
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $119
Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $119
Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $140
Umea Private Transfer from Umea (UME) Airport to City centre: $140

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Gothenburg?

Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Accra 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

Food Meals for one day

Accra $15

Gothenburg $64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.

Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $20
Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $43
Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $60
Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $67
Cooking Class: $75
Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Food Tours and Market Tours : $116
Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135
Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $179

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Accra $3.07

Gothenburg $15

Tours and Activities in Accra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:

Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $100
Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
Cape Coast Elmina Kakum Park Private Day Tour: $200
Cape Coast Root ,History, & Active Adventure tour: $174
Naming Ceremony and Heritage Homecoming Experience for Diasporas: $265
7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
A Day Tour of Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park : $280
Aburi ATV - Quad Biking and Waterfall Private Tour : $280
Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $160
Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
Accra - Ada Aqua Safari - Friendly Tours: $230
Accra Architectural Tour: $100

Tours and Activities in Gothenburg

For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Headless Horseman in Self-Guided Ghost Tour Game: $7.24
Alfie Atkins Cultural Centre Admission Ticket: $13
Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
City Canal Sightseeing Cruise: $23
City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $31
Historical Walking Tour in Central City: $31
4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Accra $4.40

Gothenburg $20

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Gothenburg, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Gothenburg is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Accra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Accra or Gothenburg?

Accra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Gothenburg, 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 Accra or Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Summer?

Both Gothenburg and Accra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Accra is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Accra in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 16°C (61°F).

Accra usually gets more rain in July than Gothenburg. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Accra 25°C (77°F)

Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Gothenburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.

In October, Accra is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 26°C (79°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).

In October, Accra usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Accra 26°C (79°F)

Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Accra as well as Gothenburg. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. Accra is much warmer than Gothenburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).

Accra usually gets less rain in January than Gothenburg. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Accra 27°C (81°F)

Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Spring?

Both Gothenburg and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.

In the spring, Accra is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Accra in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 5°C (41°F).

It's quite rainy in Accra. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Accra 28°C (82°F)

Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)

Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Accra

	Accra		Gothenburg
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	27°C (81°F)	18 mm (0.7 in)	-2°C (29°F)	61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb	28°C (82°F)	30 mm (1.2 in)	-2°C (29°F)	41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar	28°C (82°F)	70 mm (2.8 in)	1°C (34°F)	50 mm (2 in)
Apr	28°C (82°F)	117 mm (4.6 in)	5°C (41°F)	42 mm (1.7 in)
May	27°C (81°F)	120 mm (4.7 in)	11°C (51°F)	51 mm (2 in)
Jun	26°C (79°F)	281 mm (11.1 in)	15°C (59°F)	61 mm (2.4 in)
Jul	25°C (77°F)	86 mm (3.4 in)	16°C (61°F)	68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug	24°C (75°F)	29 mm (1.1 in)	16°C (60°F)	77 mm (3 in)
Sep	25°C (77°F)	73 mm (2.9 in)	12°C (54°F)	81 mm (3.2 in)
Oct	26°C (79°F)	49 mm (1.9 in)	9°C (47°F)	84 mm (3.3 in)
Nov	27°C (81°F)	31 mm (1.2 in)	4°C (38°F)	84 mm (3.3 in)
Dec	27°C (81°F)	20 mm (0.8 in)	0°C (32°F)	75 mm (3 in)

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Gothenburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Gothenburg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Accra or Gothenburg?

Accra

Gothenburg

Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Gothenburg

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Gothenburg?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Tours and Activities in Gothenburg

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Accra or Gothenburg?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Gothenburg?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Accra

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Gothenburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Gothenburg?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Accra or Gothenburg?

Accra

Gothenburg

Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Accra?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Accra and Gothenburg

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Gothenburg?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Accra

Tours and Activities in Gothenburg

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Accra or Gothenburg?

When is the best time to visit Accra or Gothenburg?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Summer?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Autumn?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Winter?

Should I visit Accra or Gothenburg in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Accra

Related Articles for Gothenburg

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