Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Rovaniemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Rovaniemi and Plzen. 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.
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it's a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights. It's home to Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests.
Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rovaniemi is €174, while the average daily cost in Plzen is €95. 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 Rovaniemi and Plzen in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Plzen, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Plzen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plzen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plzen 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 Rovaniemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rovaniemi than you might in Plzen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Plzen Expensive?.
Plzen has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Rovaniemi. When comparing the sizes of Rovaniemi and Plzen, 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.
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.
Both Plzen and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Rovaniemi is cooler than Plzen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rovaniemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Plzen averages at about 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Plzen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during summer. Rovaniemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Plzen and Rovaniemi during the autumn are popular places to visit.
The weather in Rovaniemi can be very cold. In October, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Rovaniemi often gets less sunshine than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in October than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Plzen.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Plzen. It's quite cold in Rovaniemi in the winter. Rovaniemi is much colder than Plzen in the winter. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Plzen fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives less sunshine than Plzen during winter. Rovaniemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rovaniemi usually receives more rain than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Plzen.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In the spring, Rovaniemi is much colder than Plzen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rovaniemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Plzen averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the spring, Rovaniemi often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets less rain in April than Plzen. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Rovaniemi | Plzen | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |