Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Kemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kemi or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kemi and Gdansk. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kemi or Gdansk?
Kemi
Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKemi €134Gdansk €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €134, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. 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 Kemi and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKemi €74Gdansk €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKemi €148Gdansk €50
Compare Hotels in Kemi and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Kemi or Gdansk? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kemi €39Gdansk €7.99
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 Kemi or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Kemi 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 dayKemi €34Gdansk €19
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.Kemi €29Gdansk €7.62
Tours and Activities in Kemi
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- SnowExperience365 Kemi entrance: $19
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 dayKemi €12Gdansk €4.44
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 Kemi and Gdansk, we can see that Kemi 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 Kemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kemi 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 Kemi Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kemi or Gdansk?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Gdansk, 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 Kemi or Gdansk?
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 Kemi or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Kemi during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Kemi is around the same temperature as Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Gdansk, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kemi. In the summer, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in July than Gdansk. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKemi 15°C (60°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Gdansk.
Kemi can be very cold during autumn. In October, Kemi is generally much colder than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kemi usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKemi 2°C (36°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Gdansk.
It's quite cold in Gdansk in the winter. The weather in Kemi can be very cold. Kemi is much colder than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Gdansk. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKemi -12°C (10°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
It's quite cold in Kemi in the spring. In the spring, Kemi is much colder than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kemi usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKemi -1°C (31°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Kemi
| Kemi | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.