A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bonn vs. Levi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bonn or Levi?

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

Should I visit Bonn or Levi? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Bonn or Levi?

Bonn

Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.

Levi

Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bonn and Levi, we can see that Bonn is more expensive. And not only is Levi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Levi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Levi 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 Bonn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonn than you might in Levi.

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

When is the best time to visit Bonn or Levi?

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 Bonn or Levi in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bonn and Levi. Most visitors come to Bonn for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Bonn is a little warmer than Levi in the summer. The daily temperature in Bonn averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Levi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Levi this time of the year. Bonn usually receives less sunshine than Levi during summer. Bonn gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Bonn usually receives around the same amount of rain as Levi. Bonn gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Bonn or Levi in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Bonn as well as Levi. The autumn months attract visitors to Bonn because of the shopping scene.

It's quite cold in Levi in the autumn. In the autumn, Bonn is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bonn in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Levi averages at about 0°C (33°F).

In the autumn, Bonn often gets more sunshine than Levi. Bonn gets 109 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun.

Bonn usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Levi. Bonn gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Bonn or Levi in the Winter?

Both Levi and Bonn are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bonn this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. It's quite cold in Bonn in the winter. In January, Bonn is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Bonn average around 3°C (37°F), and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).

Bonn usually receives more sunshine than Levi during winter. Bonn gets 45 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Bonn usually receives more rain than Levi. Bonn gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Bonn or Levi in the Spring?

Both Levi and Bonn during the spring are popular places to visit.

Levi can get quite cold in the spring. Bonn is much warmer than Levi in the spring. The daily temperature in Bonn averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Levi fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).

In the spring, Bonn often gets less sunshine than Levi. Bonn gets 145 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun.

Bonn usually gets more rain in April than Levi. Bonn gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Levi and Bonn