Which place is cheaper, Lima or Gothenburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gothenburg or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gothenburg or Lima? 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: Gothenburg or Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGothenburg $98Lima $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $98, while the average daily cost in Lima is $76. 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 Gothenburg and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGothenburg $40Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGothenburg $80Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg or Lima? 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: Gothenburg Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gothenburg $18Lima $5.67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $32
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg Airport (GOT) to Goteborg Port: $50
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer from Goteborg Cruise Port to Gothenburg City: $65
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $95
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $102
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Short Taxi Ride$4.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Lima HTL-APT (LIM): $34
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Lima APT-HTL (LIM) : $34
- Transfers from / to Lima airport: $43
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Lima Jorge Chávez Airport to Lima City: $40
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Lima City to Airport: $40
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Lima City - Lima Airport (LIM): $61
- Transfer from Lima city to the airport: $18
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- The Larco Museum Complete Tour with transfers: $52
- Tegucigalpa to Tegucigalpa Toncontin Airport (TGU) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Taxi transfers from and to the Lima Airport and Paracas Ica: $20
- Round-Trip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Lima Airport (LIM) in Lima City: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Gothenburg 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 dayGothenburg $38Lima $17
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.30
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Ice cream$3.49
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Coffee$2.95
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Donut$0.94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Market Food Tour: $33
- Lima Market Food Tour: $34
- Peruvian Food Tour Through Local Markets: $40
- Ceviche Cooking Class Including Pisco Sour Lesson: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gothenburg $16Lima $8.57
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
- Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $33
- Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $33
- Archipelago cruise with guide: $37
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$16
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Movie Tickets$2.28
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- The best of Lima walking tour: $198
- Cultural Tour of the city of Lima & Gastronomic: $62
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2d/1n Tour: Flight to the Nazca, Paracas and Huacachina Lines: $289
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Day Tour to Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3-Day Trip to Lima Tour Package: $150
- 3-Hour Private Scooter Tour through Miraflores with Guide: $50
- 360° Panoramic bus - Sightseeing Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGothenburg $21Lima $5.57
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.23
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Beer$4.03
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Cocktail$3.22
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $18
- Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
- Party Tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl and Drinks: $18
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $25
- Local Wine Tour : $39
- Local Wine Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gothenburg and Lima, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Gothenburg is in Europe and Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gothenburg Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg and Lima, 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 Gothenburg or Lima?
Gothenburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Gothenburg or Lima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Gothenburg as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In the summer, Gothenburg is cooler than Lima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gothenburg in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Lima averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gothenburg this time of the year. In the summer, Gothenburg often gets more sunshine than Lima. Gothenburg gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Gothenburg gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGothenburg 16°C (61°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Gothenburg are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Gothenburg is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 9°C (47°F), and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Gothenburg usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Gothenburg gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Lima. Gothenburg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGothenburg 9°C (47°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Lima in the Winter?
Both Lima and Gothenburg during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. Gothenburg is much colder than Lima in the winter. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around -2°C (29°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Gothenburg often gets less sunshine than Lima. Gothenburg gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Gothenburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGothenburg -2°C (29°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Lima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Gothenburg and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Gothenburg is much colder than Lima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gothenburg in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Lima averages at about 22°C (72°F).
Gothenburg usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lima during spring. Gothenburg gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Lima. Gothenburg gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGothenburg 5°C (41°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Gothenburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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