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

Should you visit Porvoo or Tihany?

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 Tihany. 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 Tihany?

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.

Tihany

Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.

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 Food and Culinary Tours in Hungary, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Hungary.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Porvoo or Tihany?

Porvoo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Porvoo and Tihany, 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 Tihany?

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 Tihany in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Porvoo and Tihany.

In the summer, Porvoo is cooler than Tihany. Typically, the summer temperatures in Porvoo in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Tihany averages at about 21°C (70°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tihany this time of the year. In Porvoo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Porvoo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tihany during summer. Porvoo gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Tihany. Porvoo gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Porvoo or Tihany in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Porvoo as well as Tihany.

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

In the autumn, Porvoo often gets less sunshine than Tihany. Porvoo gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 152 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets more rain in October than Tihany. Porvoo gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Porvoo or Tihany in the Winter?

Both Tihany and Porvoo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Tihany can be very cold during winter. Porvoo can get quite cold in the winter. Porvoo is much colder than Tihany in the winter. The daily temperature in Porvoo averages around -6°C (21°F) in January, and Tihany fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Porvoo usually receives less sunshine than Tihany during winter. Porvoo gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Tihany receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Porvoo usually receives more rain than Tihany. Porvoo gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Porvoo or Tihany in the Spring?

Both Tihany and Porvoo during the spring are popular places to visit.

Porvoo can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Porvoo is much colder than Tihany. Typically, the spring temperatures in Porvoo in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Tihany averages at about 12°C (53°F).

In the spring, Porvoo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tihany. Porvoo gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tihany receives 178 hours of full sun.

Porvoo usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Tihany. Porvoo gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tihany receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Tihany and Porvoo