Which place is cheaper, Bled or Porvoo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Porvoo or Bled?
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 Porvoo and Bled. 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: Porvoo or Bled?
Porvoo
Porvoo is a city and a municipality situated on the southern coast of Finland approximately 50 kilometers east of Helsinki. Porvoo is one of the six medieval towns in Finland, first mentioned as a city in texts from 14th century. Even though Porvoo is not exactly a coastal town, it is connected to the Gulf of Finland via the Porvoo River. The river flows through the city, passing Porvoo's most well-known landmarks: the red shore houses. Historically, Porvoo has been an important center of trade. Founded nearly 800 years ago, Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland and evidence of its long history can still be seen and felt as you walk its charming streets. For centuries, the city has served as both a home and a source of inspiration for many Finnish artists.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPorvoo €132Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Porvoo is €132, while the average daily cost in Bled is €104. 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 Porvoo and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorvoo €69Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorvoo €138Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Porvoo and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Porvoo or Bled? 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: Porvoo Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porvoo €56Bled €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Porvoo or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Porvoo 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 dayPorvoo €30Bled €28
Typical Food Prices in Porvoo
For Porvoo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for 2€42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bled
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour Bled - Explore Slovenia Through Its Tastes: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Porvoo €21Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Porvoo
For Porvoo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Tour: Porvoo Exclusive Journey: $604
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting€93
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $153
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $167
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $108
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $91
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $289
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Rafting and Zipline Tour: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPorvoo €9.93Bled €14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne€18
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $43
- Wine Tasting Bled: $62
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $63
- Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porvoo and Bled, we can see that Porvoo is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Porvoo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Porvoo than you might in Bled.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Porvoo Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Bled?
Porvoo has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo and Bled, 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 Porvoo or Bled?
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 Porvoo or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Porvoo is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Bled. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porvoo. Porvoo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during summer. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Bled. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPorvoo 17°C (62°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Porvoo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Porvoo is much colder than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Porvoo in October average around 6°C (42°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Bled. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Porvoo usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPorvoo 6°C (42°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Bled.
It's quite cold in Porvoo in the winter. In January, Porvoo is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around -6°C (21°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Bled. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPorvoo -6°C (21°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Porvoo or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Bled.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Porvoo. Porvoo is much colder than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Porvoo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Porvoo usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPorvoo 3°C (37°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Porvoo
| Porvoo | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (21°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 34 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (51°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (26°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.