A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sigulda vs. Levi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sigulda or Levi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sigulda and Levi can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sigulda or Levi?

Sigulda

Only 50 kilometers from Riga, Sigulda can be reached by either train or bus. The town is pleasantly situated in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia in the beautiful Gauja Valley. The area is quite scenic with steep banks and cliffs, and has earned itself the title as the "Switzerland of Latvia." Don't put too much emphasis on this name, but it is a pleasant area to explore, particularly if you're looking to get outside of the city and immerse yourself in some pristine wilderness.

Levi

Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sigulda and Levi, we can see that Levi is more expensive. And not only is Sigulda much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sigulda would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sigulda 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 Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi than you might in Sigulda.

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

When is the best time to visit Sigulda or Levi?

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 Sigulda or Levi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Sigulda as well as Levi.

Sigulda is a little warmer than Levi in the summer. The daily temperature in Sigulda averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Levi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

Sigulda usually gets more rain in July than Levi. Sigulda gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sigulda or Levi in the Autumn?

Both Levi and Sigulda are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

The weather in Levi can be very cold. In the autumn, Sigulda is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sigulda in October average around 7°C (45°F), and Levi averages at about 0°C (33°F).

In October, Sigulda usually receives more rain than Levi. Sigulda gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Sigulda or Levi in the Winter?

Both Levi and Sigulda during the winter are popular places to visit.

It's quite cold in Levi in the winter. The weather in Sigulda can be very cold. In January, Sigulda is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around -5°C (23°F), and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).

Sigulda usually gets more rain in January than Levi. Sigulda gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sigulda or Levi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sigulda and Levi.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. Sigulda is much warmer than Levi in the spring. The daily temperature in Sigulda averages around 5°C (42°F) in April, and Levi fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).

In April, Sigulda usually receives more rain than Levi. Sigulda gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Levi and Sigulda