Which place is cheaper, Tampere or Rhodes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Rhodes or Tampere?
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 Rhodes and Tampere. 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: Rhodes or Tampere?
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It sits between Nasijarvi Lake and Pyhajarvi Lake, with the Tammerkoski rapids in between. It is one of the larger Finnish cities, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, but Tampere has managed to keep the small town feel. The city center is compact in size, and the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The city is located on a scenic spot on a narrow isthmus. The Tammerkoski rapids and their riverbanks form the backdrop for the old industrial buildings, and ridges formed thousands of years ago by ancient seas and retreating ice offer fantastic views over the two lakes. Original architecture and innovative urban development blend together to please both viewers and users of the built environment. Enjoy the surrounding lakes on peaceful rowboat trips or on cruises on larger vessels, or concentrate on the urban sights from a sightseeing bus. Regenerated industrial buildings now house quirky museums, enticing shops, pubs, cinemas and cafes. Tampere has a down-to-earth vitality that makes it a favorite for many visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRhodes €170Tampere €172
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €170, while the average daily cost in Tampere is €172. 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 Rhodes and Tampere in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRhodes €58Tampere €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRhodes €116Tampere €160
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Tampere
Looking for a hotel in Rhodes or Tampere? 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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Tampere Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rhodes €48Tampere €59
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride€7.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Glistra-Glystra (and return): $261
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Kiotari (and return): $214
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Ladiko (and back): $168
- Symi Yacht Tour with Unlimited Drinks and Transfer: $150
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Kremasti - Pastida - Tholos: $145
- All-Inclusive Power Catamaran with Hotel Transfer: $144
- Rhodes To Lindos and Return, Private Transfer: $143
- All-Inclusive Luxury Catamaran with Lunch, Drinks & Transfer: $129
- Rhodian Private Transfer Between Airport or Port & Lindos Area: $120
- All-Inclusive Power Catamaran with Hotel Transfer: $115
- Private Transfer from Lindos to Rhodes: $114
- Private Transfer from Rhodes to Lindos: $114
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $91
- Forest Campfire Experience with Hotel Transfer: $404
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Tampere?
Prices for flights to both Tampere and Rhodes 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 dayRhodes €82Tampere €57
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee€1.95
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Dinner for Two€23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $61
- Meet My Grandma: Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Rhodes: $69
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class: $71
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $79
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $81
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $82
- Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker: $91
- Authentic Greek Cooking Experience: Taste the Roots of Rhodes: $108
- Taste of Village Cooking, Wine & Traditions: $108
- Tasting Cooking Class, Wine & Village Experience: $144
- Guided Rhodes City By Night with Live Music & Dinner: $403
- Walking Food Tour in the Medieval Town of Rhodes: $438
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampere
For Tampere, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tampere Food Tour Local Tastings, Meal & Rooftop City Views: $102
- Food Tour with Tastings, Meal, & Rooftop City Views: $110
- From Private Lakeside Sauna & Campfire Dinner: $681
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rhodes €19Tampere €24
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour including Lindos and Medieval City: $70
- 3 Caves and Exclusive Sailing Tour around Lindos: $120
- 3 Hours Morning Adventure by Turtle Submarine: $34
- 7 Hour Rhodes Tour Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers: $63
- Acropolis of Lindos Ticket with Multilingual 3D Audiovisual: $44
- Acropolis of Lindos: Entry Ticket+Palace of the Knights of Rhodes: $114
- Apolakkia Dam 15 km Guided Hiking Tour + Lunch & Drink: $86
- Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos: $63
- Best Rhodes Tour from Cruise Port including Lindos and Old Town: $66
- Best of Rhodes Cruise-Friendly Tour: $79
- Best of Rhodes Tour including Lindos and Medieval City: $137
- Boat Cruise in Lindos with Swim Stops & Meal Deal: $80
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Tampere Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee & Snacks: $52
- Mushroom Picking and Tasting Tour with Meal: $53
- Forest Mind Nature Experience: $55
- Midnight Sun Canoe Tour with Crepes: $58
- Fatbike Tour with Coffee Stop: $63
- Private Forest Mind Tour in Tampere: $65
- Calm lake Experience at Hatanpää Manor: $75
- The Uncomplicated Finnish Forest Tour: $80
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $102
- Näsijärvi Lake Guided Paddling Tour: $106
- Explore Tampere city and nature walking tour by local guide: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRhodes €12Tampere €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Rhodes Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: Free Shots & Club Entry: $21
- Self-Guided Filerimos, Butterflies, Wine Tour: $30
- Olives & Olive Oil Tasting + Wine tasting (3 in 1 Experience!): $40
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $40
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $45
- Wine tasting in Rhodes, inside the vineyards with the Producer: $57
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $69
- Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $73
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $90
- Private Wine Tasting Experience: $115
- Lavish 11-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $147
- Rhodes wine tasting with Natural Wines: $173
When comparing the travel costs between Rhodes and Tampere, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rhodes Expensive? and Is Tampere Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rhodes or Tampere?
Rhodes has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Rhodes and Tampere, 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.
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.