A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Stockholm vs. Ocho Rios for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Stockholm or Ocho Rios?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Stockholm and Ocho Rios can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Stockholm or Ocho Rios?

Stockholm

Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.

Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.


Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Stockholm?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $224, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is $85. 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 Stockholm and Ocho Rios in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Stockholm $110
    Ocho Rios $51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Stockholm $220
    Ocho Rios $102
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Ocho Rios

Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Ocho Rios? 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.

Hotels in Stockholm


Hotels in Ocho Rios


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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: Stockholm Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Stockholm $23
    Ocho Rios $7.32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:

  • First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City: $295
  • Stockholm Private Transfer from Stockholm city centre to Skavsta Airport: $279
  • Airport Transfer By Business Van - Arlanda Airport - Sthlm City : $263
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Car: $226
  • Stockholm Airport (ARN): Transfer to Stockholm city/port: $221
  • Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $211
  • Private Transfer from Stockholm City Hotels to Visby Cruise Port: $207
  • Airport Transfer By Business Class - Arlanda Airport - Sthlm City: $204
  • From Viking Culture Guided Tour with Transfer: $197
  • Stockholm Bromma Airport (BMA) to Stockholm Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $192
  • Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Stockholm Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $170
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $156

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios

Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Ocho Rios Private Airport Transfer [VIP LUXURY Vehicles]: $158
  • Private Airport Transfer to Bahia Principe Grand Hotel : $100
  • A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Ocho Rios: $90
  • ATV Tour Ocho Rios - Private Transfer Only (Activity Fee Excluded): $27
  • Airport Transfer - From MBJ to Ocho Rios Hotels: $80
  • Airport Transfer To Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay & Negril: $140
  • Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica Private Airport transfer : $61
  • Bahia Principe Grand and Luxury Airport Transfer: $80
  • Bob Marley & Nine Mile Heritage Tour with Bus Transfer/Ocho Rios: $117
  • Dunn's River Falls And Shopping Tour From Ocho Rios-Transfer Only: $67
  • Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
  • Grand Bahia Principe Hotel Airport Transfer: $53

Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Ocho Rios?

Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Stockholm 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Stockholm $71
    Ocho Rios $28
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:


  • Breakfast
    $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.

  • Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $21
  • City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $32
  • Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $32
  • Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $33
  • Hard Rock Cafe Stockholm Lunch or Dinner: $40
  • Food Tour: $117
  • Stockholm Food Tour: $120
  • Secret Walking Food Tour Stockholm Old Town: $124
  • Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $149
  • From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $154
  • Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm: $158
  • Stockholm Dinner Experience: $164

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
  • Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Stockholm $29
    Ocho Rios $15

Tours and Activities in Stockholm

Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Deluxe Stockholm Tour with Vasa Museum from Cruise Port : $80
  • Junibacken Stockholm Walking Tour Discovery: $108
  • Stockholm Fire and Ice Tour! Dive into Swedish lifestyle! : $235
  • Stockholm Walking Private City Tour : $195
  • 1 day Sailing Adventure on Historic Tre Kronor: $257
  • 1-day 7h Royal Palace and Castle Tour from Stockholm: $404
  • 2 Hour Escape Room City Walk and History Experience in Stockholm : $140
  • 2-Hour Walking Tour in Stockholm: $24
  • 3 Hours Guided Shopping Tour in Stockholm Thrifting Stores: $109
  • 3-4h Viking History Short Day Tour from Stockholm: $139
  • 3h walking tour, small group max 10 people Stockholm: $69
  • 5hs guided Sigtuna tour from Stockholm to Sigtuna incl. Wenngarn Castle.: $256

Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate
    $11
  • Admission to Coyaba Gardens
    $5.27
  • Tour of Prospect Plantation
    $17

Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.

  • Ocho Rios Shopping Tour : $21
  • Original Blue Hole St. Ann Ocho Rios Jamaica Admission Fee Ticket: $25
  • Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping : $30
  • Luminous Lagoon Boat Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
  • Ocho Rios City Bus Tour (Beach, Sightseeing & Shopping): $40
  • Blue Hole and Dunn's River Tour (Entrance Fees Not Included): $40
  • Skip-The-Line: Dunn's River Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
  • Transportation to Horse Back Ride & Swim Adventure from Ocho Rios: $45
  • Luminous lagoon Private & Group tour from Runaway Bay: $45
  • Ocho Rios City Tour and Sightseeing: $49
  • Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios: $50
  • Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Stockholm $30
    Ocho Rios $7.43

Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm

Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $27
  • The Original Pub Crawl: $27
  • Stockholm New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl: $95
  • Private Pub Crawl Stockholm With VIP Entry: $211
  • Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $335

Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:

  • Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Ocho Rios, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm than you might in Ocho Rios.

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


Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Ocho Rios?

Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Ocho Rios, 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 Stockholm or Ocho Rios?

Stockholm has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Stockholm or Ocho Rios in the Summer?

Both Ocho Rios and Stockholm during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.

In the summer, Stockholm is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the summer temperatures in Stockholm in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 29°C (83°F).

In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Stockholm. In the summer, Stockholm often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun.

Stockholm usually gets more rain in July than Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Stockholm 18°C (64°F) 
    Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)

Should I visit Stockholm or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Stockholm and Ocho Rios. The autumn months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Stockholm is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Stockholm average around 8°C (46°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. Stockholm usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during autumn. Stockholm gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Ocho Rios receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Stockholm usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Stockholm 8°C (46°F) 
    Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Stockholm or Ocho Rios in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Stockholm as well as Ocho Rios. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Stockholm this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.

It's quite cold in Stockholm in the winter. Stockholm is much colder than Ocho Rios in the winter. The daily temperature in Stockholm averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the winter, Stockholm often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun.

Stockholm usually gets more rain in January than Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Stockholm -3°C (27°F) 
    Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Stockholm or Ocho Rios in the Spring?

Both Ocho Rios and Stockholm are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Stockholm for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the spring, Stockholm is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the spring temperatures in Stockholm in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. Stockholm usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during spring. Stockholm gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Stockholm usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Stockholm gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Stockholm 5°C (41°F) 
    Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Stockholm

Stockholm Ocho Rios
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -3°C (27°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Feb -3°C (27°F) 26 mm (1 in) 26°C (79°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mar 0°C (33°F) 26 mm (1 in) 26°C (80°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Apr 5°C (41°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 26°C (80°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
May 11°C (52°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 28°C (83°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Jul 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 29°C (83°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 17°C (62°F) 65 mm (2.5 in) 29°C (83°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Sep 12°C (54°F) 52 mm (2.1 in) 29°C (83°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Oct 8°C (46°F) 50 mm (2 in) 28°C (82°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Nov 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Dec -1°C (31°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 27°C (80°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)