Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Gothenburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gothenburg or Toronto?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gothenburg or Toronto? 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 Toronto?
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.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGothenburg $98Toronto $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $98, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $205. 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 Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGothenburg $40Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGothenburg $80Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg or Toronto? 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 Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gothenburg $18Toronto $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $146
- Trondheim Vaernes Airport TRD to Are Resort - Round-Trip Transfer: $230
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $32
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg Airport (GOT) to Goteborg Port: $50
- Private Transfer from Goteborg Cruise Port to Gothenburg City: $65
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $102
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $509
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $120
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $176
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$27
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara on the Lake,Canada: $178
- Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara Falls, Canada: $178
- Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara-on-the-Lake,Canada: $160
- Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls, Canada: $160
- Transfer Private Vehicle from Toronto Pearson Airport to Niagara Falls (Ontario): $145
- Transfer Private Minivan from Toronto Pearson Airport to Niagara Falls (Ontario): $159
- Shuttle Transfer Between Downtown and Niagara Falls: $111
- Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $158
- Private Transfer for 1-10 Passengers to Downtown: $176
- Niagara Falls Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Transfer: $75
- Express Train Transfer to/from Pearson Airport: $9.03
- Toronto Private Pearson Airport Transfers to Niagara Falls: $141
Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto 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 $38Toronto $66
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
- Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
- 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $73
- Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $93
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $109
- Toronto Food Tour with Local Foodie, Personalized & Private: $152
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gothenburg $16Toronto $31
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Days Private Tour in Gothenburg: $300
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $40
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $113
- City Kayak Tour: $60
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Discover Gothenburg - Private Walking Tour: $224
- Egypt Oasis Adventure Package: $926
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
- Entry Ticket To Universeum in Gothenburg with pickup: $65
- Fascinating Gothenburg Walking Tour for Couples: $257
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $114
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.32
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Hour Private Guided Photography Tour in Toronto: $186
- 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $200
- 2 Hour Toronto City Tour: $48
- 3-day Eastern Canada Tour from Toronto: $259
- 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- 7-Minute Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $111
- Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $34
- Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $139
- Best of Niagara Falls Tour with Optional Boat and Helicopter Ride: $66
- Best of Toronto Small Group Tour with CN Tower and Harbour Cruise: $140
- Between Huntsville and Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.21
- Bus to Grotto - Tobermory Flowerpot Island Cruise Bruce Peninsula: $148
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGothenburg $21Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.07
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
- Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Toronto : Distillery & Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $38
- Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $39
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $41
- Craft Brewery Tour: $88
- Canadian Wine Tasting Experience: $128
- From Niagara Wine Tours: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gothenburg and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Gothenburg is in Europe and Toronto is in North 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 Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gothenburg Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg and Toronto, 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 Toronto?
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 Gothenburg or Toronto in the Summer?
Both Toronto and Gothenburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Gothenburg is cooler than Toronto. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gothenburg in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Toronto averages at about 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Toronto. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during summer. Gothenburg gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Gothenburg usually receives around the same amount of rain as Toronto. Gothenburg gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGothenburg 16°C (61°F)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Toronto in the Autumn?
Both Toronto and Gothenburg during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Gothenburg is generally cooler than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around 9°C (47°F), and Toronto fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Gothenburg often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Gothenburg gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets more rain in October than Toronto. Gothenburg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGothenburg 9°C (47°F)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Toronto in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Gothenburg and Toronto.
It's quite cold in Toronto in the winter. The weather in Gothenburg can be very cold. Gothenburg is much warmer than Toronto in the winter. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around -2°C (29°F) in January, and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during winter. Gothenburg gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Toronto. Gothenburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGothenburg -2°C (29°F)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Toronto in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Gothenburg as well as Toronto.
In the spring, Gothenburg is cooler than Toronto. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gothenburg in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Toronto averages at about 7°C (44°F).
In the spring, Gothenburg often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Toronto. Gothenburg gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets less rain in April than Toronto. Gothenburg gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGothenburg 5°C (41°F)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Gothenburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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