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

Should you visit Porvoo or Pecs?

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 Pecs. 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 Pecs?

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.

Pecs

Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.

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 Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Pecs?

Pecs has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Porvoo. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo and Pecs, 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 Pecs?

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 Pecs in the Summer?

Both Pecs and Porvoo during the summer are popular places to visit.

In July, Porvoo is generally cooler than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 17°C (62°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).

In Pecs, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Porvoo. In the summer, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Pecs. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Porvoo or Pecs in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Pecs.

Porvoo is much colder than Pecs in the autumn. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around 6°C (42°F) in October, and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Pecs. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Porvoo or Pecs in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Pecs.

Pecs can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Porvoo. In the winter, Porvoo is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the winter temperatures in Porvoo in January average around -6°C (21°F), and Pecs averages at about 0°C (32°F).

In the winter, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Pecs. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Porvoo or Pecs in the Spring?

Both Pecs and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Porvoo can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Porvoo is generally much colder than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Porvoo average around 3°C (37°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

Porvoo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pecs during spring. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Porvoo usually receives less rain than Pecs. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Pecs and Porvoo