Which place is cheaper, Stockholm or Manama?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Manama or Stockholm?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Manama and Stockholm can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Manama or Stockholm?
Stockholm
Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManama $190Stockholm $227
The average daily cost (per person) in Manama is $190, while the average daily cost in Stockholm is $227. 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 Manama and Stockholm in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManama $66Stockholm $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManama $132Stockholm $224
Compare Hotels in Manama and Stockholm
Looking for a hotel in Manama or Stockholm? 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: Manama Hotel Prices and Stockholm Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manama $30Stockholm $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $19
- Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
- Skavsta Airport Bus Transfer: $28
- Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm City - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Bromma Airport BMA: $66
- Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port: $66
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Uppsala City - Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer from Nynashamn Cruise Port to Stockholm Hotels: $83
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm Cruise Terminal to city centre: $86
- Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $94
- Private Transfer from Stockholm hotels to Stockholm Cruise Port: $97
- Stockholm Private Transfer from Bromma Airport (BMA) to City centre or Port: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Manama or Stockholm?
Prices for flights to both Stockholm and Manama 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 dayManama $97Stockholm $73
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
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Breakfast$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.
- Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $27
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $32
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $32
- Swedish Fika and Pastry Food Tour in Stockholm: $94
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Stockholm Food Tour: $119
- Food Tour: $119
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $136
- Stockholm Food Tour Dining Through Sweden’s History: $142
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manama $34Stockholm $29
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Reveal Your Eye Experience at the Iris Galerie: $1.52
- Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $3.53
- Self-Guided Tours In Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.53
- From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $5.88
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Myths, Murders, and Monarchy: Stockholm Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
- Stockholm Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Stockholm Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h20 and 25 reviews: $7.01
- Stockholm Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Adventure: $7.06
- History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManama $11Stockholm $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $26
- The Original Pub Crawl VIP Club Access: $27
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $37
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $38
- Wine tasting in Old Town Stockholm: $54
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manama and Stockholm, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Manama much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manama is in Middle East and Stockholm is in Europe, 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 Manama would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manama 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm than you might in Manama.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manama Expensive? and Is Stockholm Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manama or Stockholm?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Manama. When comparing the sizes of Manama and Stockholm, 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.
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.