Which place is cheaper, Levi or Gdansk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gdansk or Levi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gdansk or Levi, 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: Gdansk or Levi?
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
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 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGdansk $54Levi $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Gdansk is $54, while the average daily cost in Levi is $136. 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 Gdansk and Levi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGdansk $27Levi $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGdansk $54Levi $132
Compare Hotels in Gdansk and Levi
Looking for a hotel in Gdansk or Levi? 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: Gdansk Hotel Prices and Levi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gdansk $8.53Levi $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
- VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
- VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
- Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Gdansk or Levi?
Prices for flights to both Levi and Gdansk 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 dayGdansk $20Levi $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gdansk $8.13Levi $31
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
- 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
- A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
- Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
- Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
- City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
- Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGdansk $4.74Levi $9.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gdansk and Levi, we can see that Levi is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gdansk Expensive? and Is Levi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Gdansk or Levi?
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 Gdansk or Levi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Gdansk as well as Levi.
In the summer, Gdansk is a little warmer than Levi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gdansk in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Levi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Levi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. In the summer, Gdansk often gets less sunshine than Levi. Gdansk gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun.
Gdansk usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Levi. Gdansk gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGdansk 17°C (63°F)Levi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Levi in the Autumn?
Both Levi and Gdansk are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Levi can be very cold during autumn. In October, Gdansk is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Gdansk average around 8°C (46°F), and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
Gdansk usually receives more sunshine than Levi during autumn. Gdansk gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Gdansk usually receives around the same amount of rain as Levi. Gdansk gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGdansk 8°C (46°F)Levi 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Levi in the Winter?
Both Levi and Gdansk during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Levi can be very cold. Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Gdansk is much warmer than Levi in the winter. The daily temperature in Gdansk averages around -2°C (28°F) in January, and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).
In the winter, Gdansk often gets more sunshine than Levi. Gdansk gets 33 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun.
Gdansk usually gets more rain in January than Levi. Gdansk gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGdansk -2°C (28°F)Levi -15°C (5°F)
Should I visit Gdansk or Levi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Gdansk and Levi.
It's quite cold in Levi in the spring. In the spring, Gdansk is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gdansk in April average around 6°C (43°F), and Levi averages at about -1°C (30°F).
Gdansk usually receives less sunshine than Levi during spring. Gdansk gets 162 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Gdansk usually receives more rain than Levi. Gdansk gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGdansk 6°C (43°F)Levi -1°C (30°F)
Typical Weather for Levi and Gdansk
| Gdansk | Levi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -15°C (5°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | -13°C (8°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -8°C (18°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | -8°C (19°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -13°C (9°F) | 24 mm (1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.