Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Palma de Mallorca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg?
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPalma de Mallorca €139Gothenburg €91
The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €139, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is €91. 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 Palma de Mallorca and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalma de Mallorca €69Gothenburg €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalma de Mallorca €138Gothenburg €74
Compare Hotels in Palma de Mallorca and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg? 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: Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palma de Mallorca €25Gothenburg €17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€6.80
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Bus Ride€1.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Port to Mallorca Airport (PMI): $35
- Transfer from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Palma de Mallorca Port: $35
- Round Trip Transfer from/to Palma Aquarium: $29
- Private transfer from Alcúdia to Mallorca Airport: $175
- Private Transfers from Palma to Palme de Mallorca Airport PMI in Business Car: $79
- Private Transfer from Peguera to Mallorca airport (PMI): $96
- Private Transfer from Palma de Mallorca city to Mallorca airport (PMI): $59
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Soller : $104
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Pollensa: $144
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Peguera : $96
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Palma de Mallorca city: $59
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Magaluf: $73
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: $145
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea (UME) Airport to City centre: $145
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $32
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $64
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $102
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $505
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $119
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $174
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Palma de Mallorca 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 dayPalma de Mallorca €45Gothenburg €36
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mallorca Evening Tour: Horseback Riding, Dinner and Dance: $107
- Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $109
- The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $130
- Mediterranean cooking experience in nature: $131
- 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $147
- Sailboat Dinner and Movie Night: $650
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palma de Mallorca €34Gothenburg €14
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Deluxe Segway Tour from Palma: $83
- 1 Hour of Adrenaline and Speedboat adventure in Alcúdia: $57
- 1.5 H Electric Kick-Scooter Tour: $49
- 1H Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour around Palma de Mallorca: $22
- 2-Hour Guided Buggie Tour of Mallorca: $87
- 2hrs Snorkeling Experience in Sa Foradada: $47
- 3 Hour Slingshot Sunset Tour from Paguera: $129
- 3 Hours Quad Adventure in Mallorca: $104
- 3 hours quad tour from Paguera: $163
- 4-Hour Catamaran Tour including Tapas: $108
- 4-Hour Private Gourmet Experience in Traditional Mallorcan Finca: $120
- 5-Hour Catamaran Tour including BBQ: $131
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
- After Dark in A Guided Nightlife Tour: $263
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $40
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $113
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Discover Gothenburg - Private Walking Tour: $224
- Egypt Oasis Adventure Package: $918
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
- Entry Ticket To Universeum in Gothenburg with pickup: $64
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $113
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in Gothenburg from Gothenburg Port: $283
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalma de Mallorca €29Gothenburg €19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Coffee€3.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
- Wine tasting with wines from the smallest wineries in Mallorca: $43
- Guided tour of the Winery with wine tasting, Vineyard and much more!: $49
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour: $53
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Palma de Mallorca : $54
- Gastronomic Mallorquin Wine Tasting & local delicacies: $71
- Mallorca Wine Tasting: $74
- Wine Tasting Experience with Mallorcan Delights in Alcudia: $87
- Sa Clasta Mallorca Wine Tours: $158
- Mallorca Bodega & Olive Tour with Wine Tasting (full day): $162
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Palma de Mallorca and Gothenburg, we can see that Palma de Mallorca is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Palma de Mallorca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Palma de Mallorca and Gothenburg, 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 Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg?
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 Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg in the Summer?
Both Gothenburg and Palma de Mallorca are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Palma de Mallorca in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Palma de Mallorca is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Palma de Mallorca average around 24°C (76°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Gothenburg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palma de Mallorca. Palma de Mallorca usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during summer. Palma de Mallorca gets 334 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPalma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
Both Gothenburg and Palma de Mallorca during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Palma de Mallorca for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Palma de Mallorca is much warmer than Gothenburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Palma de Mallorca. In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in October than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPalma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Palma de Mallorca and Gothenburg. The winter months attract visitors to Palma de Mallorca because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. In the winter, Palma de Mallorca is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Palma de Mallorca in January average around 11°C (52°F), and Gothenburg averages at about -2°C (29°F).
Palma de Mallorca usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during winter. Palma de Mallorca gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPalma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Gothenburg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Palma de Mallorca as well as Gothenburg. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Palma de Mallorca this time of year.
In April, Palma de Mallorca is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Palma de Mallorca average around 14°C (57°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palma de Mallorca this time of the year. In the spring, Palma de Mallorca often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
Palma de Mallorca usually gets more rain in April than Gothenburg. Palma de Mallorca gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPalma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Palma de Mallorca
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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