A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kemi vs. Tihany for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kemi or Tihany?

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 Tihany. 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 Tihany?

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.

Tihany

Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Hungary, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Hungary.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kemi and Tihany, we can see that Kemi is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Tihany.

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

Which is Bigger, Kemi or Tihany?

Kemi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Tihany, 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 Tihany?

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 Kemi or Tihany in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Tihany.

Kemi is cooler than Tihany in the summer. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Tihany fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tihany this time of the year. In Kemi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Tihany during summer. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Kemi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tihany. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Kemi or Tihany in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Tihany.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Kemi. In the autumn, Kemi is much colder than Tihany. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kemi in October average around 2°C (36°F), and Tihany averages at about 12°C (53°F).

In the autumn, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Tihany. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 152 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets more rain in October than Tihany. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kemi or Tihany in the Winter?

Both Tihany and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Tihany can be very cold during winter. Kemi can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kemi is generally much colder than Tihany. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around -12°C (10°F), and Tihany fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Tihany during winter. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Kemi usually receives more rain than Tihany. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Kemi or Tihany in the Spring?

Both Tihany and Kemi during the spring are popular places to visit.

Kemi can be very cold during spring. Kemi is much colder than Tihany in the spring. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -1°C (31°F) in April, and Tihany fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In the spring, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Tihany. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 178 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets less rain in April than Tihany. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Tihany and Kemi