A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Porvoo vs. Nuremberg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Porvoo or Nuremberg?

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 Nuremberg. 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 Nuremberg?

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.

Nuremberg

Located in Bavaria, Nuremberg is the region's second largest city. It is positioned on the banks of the Pegnitz River and the Main-Danube Canal, about 100 miles from Munich. Nuremberg is famous for a handful of things, including gingerbread, Christmas, and the Nuremberg Trials. The old town itself is beautiful, with gothic churches and impressive castles. It has quaint streets lined with beautiful houses and an old world atmosphere.

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 Family-Friendly Tours to Germany, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Germany.


Which place is cheaper, Nuremberg or Porvoo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Porvoo is €132, while the average daily cost in Nuremberg is €103. 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 Nuremberg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Porvoo 69
    Nuremberg 61
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Porvoo 138
    Nuremberg 122
Compare Hotels in Porvoo and Nuremberg

Looking for a hotel in Porvoo or Nuremberg? 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.

Hotels in Porvoo


Hotels in Nuremberg


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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 Nuremberg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Porvoo 56
    Nuremberg 12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nuremberg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nuremberg:

  • Private transfer from Nuremberg to Prague: $620
  • Private Transfer: River Cruise Dock Nuremberg to Prague: Port / Harbor transport: $268
  • Private Transfer-River Cruise Dock Nuremberg to Munich: Port / Harbor transport : $204
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Salzburg with 2h of Sightseeing: $290
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague with 3h stop in Karlovy Vary: $243
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing: $257
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 2 hours for sightseeing: $268
  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg Dock to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel: $215
  • Private Transfer - Nuremberg to Munich or Munich to Nuremberg: $191
  • Private Transfer - Nuremberg from Harbor, Airport or Old Town: $76
  • Private Scenic Transfer from Nuremberg to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing: $268
  • Nuremberg to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $251

Is it cheaper to fly into Porvoo or Nuremberg?

Prices for flights to both Nuremberg 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Porvoo 30
    Nuremberg 34
Typical Food Prices in Porvoo

For Porvoo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch for 2
    42

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nuremberg

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nuremberg.

  • 3-Hour St. Johannis Food Tour in German: $95
  • Classic North Side Food Tour in German: $95
  • Nürnberg City Tour with Traditional Dinner & Beer: $267

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Porvoo 21
    Nuremberg 10

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

Tours and Activities in Nuremberg

Here are a few actual costs in Nuremberg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Camp Zeppelin Tour in Spanish: $19
  • City tour of Nuremberg: $19
  • City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn: $12
  • City tour through Nuremberg with the little train - Christmas tour: $11
  • Dachau Concentration Camp Private Tour: $218
  • Ferrari Supersport experience drive - drive yourself: $191
  • Former Nazi Rally Ground And Courtroom 600 Tour: $83
  • Free Walking Tour Nuremberg: $3.28
  • Kulinarische Fahrradtour - Knoblauchsland: $91
  • Medieval Tour in Nuremberg in Spanish: $19
  • Nürnberg oldtown: Smartphone Scavenger Hunt Sightseeing Tour: $12
  • Nürnberg: Crime Escape Game - self-guided crime tour: $42

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Porvoo 9.93
    Nuremberg 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Nuremberg

Also in Nuremberg, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl for Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties: $24
  • Nürnberg: Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513


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

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


Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Nuremberg?

Nuremberg has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Porvoo. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo and Nuremberg, 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 Nuremberg?

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 Porvoo or Nuremberg in the Summer?

Both Nuremberg and Porvoo during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Nuremberg because of the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Porvoo is cooler than Nuremberg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Porvoo in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Nuremberg averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Nuremberg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Porvoo. In the summer, Porvoo often gets more sunshine than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nuremberg receives 236 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets less rain in July than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Porvoo 17°C (62°F) 
    Nuremberg 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Nuremberg in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Nuremberg. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Nuremberg this time of year.

In October, Porvoo is generally much colder than Nuremberg. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 6°C (42°F), and Nuremberg fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Nuremberg during autumn. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Nuremberg receives 122 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Porvoo 6°C (42°F) 
    Nuremberg 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Nuremberg in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Nuremberg. Also, many travelers come to Nuremberg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Nuremberg. It's quite cold in Porvoo in the winter. Porvoo is much colder than Nuremberg in the winter. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around -6°C (21°F) in January, and Nuremberg fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).

In the winter, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nuremberg receives 47 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets less rain in January than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Porvoo -6°C (21°F) 
    Nuremberg 1°C (34°F)

Should I visit Porvoo or Nuremberg in the Spring?

Both Nuremberg and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nuremberg in the spring for the natural beauty.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Porvoo. In the spring, Porvoo is much colder than Nuremberg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Porvoo in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Nuremberg averages at about 10°C (50°F).

Porvoo usually receives more sunshine than Nuremberg during spring. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Nuremberg receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Nuremberg. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Nuremberg receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Porvoo 3°C (37°F) 
    Nuremberg 10°C (50°F)

Typical Weather for Nuremberg and Porvoo

Porvoo Nuremberg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -6°C (21°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 1°C (34°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Feb -7°C (20°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 3°C (37°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar -3°C (27°F) 34 mm (1.4 in) 6°C (43°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Apr 3°C (37°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (50°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
May 9°C (49°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 18°C (65°F) 75 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (68°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 11°C (51°F) 74 mm (2.9 in) 16°C (62°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Oct 6°C (42°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (53°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Nov 1°C (33°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 6°C (43°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Dec -4°C (26°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)