Which place is cheaper, Poznan 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 Poznan. 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.
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
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 Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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 Poznan is €33. 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 Poznan in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Rovaniemi 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Poznan, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Rovaniemi. When comparing the sizes of Rovaniemi and Poznan, 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 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.
The summer brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Poznan.
In July, Rovaniemi is generally cooler than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 15°C (60°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Poznan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rovaniemi this time of the year. In the summer, Rovaniemi often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets less rain in July than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Poznan and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
It's quite cold in Rovaniemi in the autumn. Rovaniemi is much colder than Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives less sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Rovaniemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rovaniemi usually receives more rain than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Poznan and Rovaniemi during the winter are popular places to visit.
Poznan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In the winter, Rovaniemi is much colder than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rovaniemi in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Rovaniemi often gets less sunshine than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Poznan.
Rovaniemi can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around -1°C (31°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during spring. Rovaniemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Poznan. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Rovaniemi | Poznan | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |