Which place is cheaper, Valparaiso or Stockholm?
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 Stockholm or Valparaiso?
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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso?
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.
Valparaiso
Valparaiso, often referred to as Valpo, is an attractive city on the Pacific Coast in Chile. The city has a population of about 300,000 and is only 120 kilometers west of Santiago. The city's main industries aside from tourism include shipping and petroleum refining.
Valparaiso is popular with travelers because of its bohemian culture and brightly colored homes. It also offers some wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean. Although the city is short on specific sights, the atmosphere and beautiful setting make it a wonderful place to visit.
Valparaiso has a mild Mediterranean climate that is comparable to San Francisco or Santa Barbara. The summer is dry but fog is common year around. Rain can be heavy during the winter season and snow falls occasionally in the highest parts of the city. Winds can also be strong during the winter months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayStockholm $210Valparaiso $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Stockholm is $210, while the average daily cost in Valparaiso is $80. 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 Valparaiso in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personStockholm $104Valparaiso $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomStockholm $208Valparaiso $68
Compare Hotels in Stockholm and Valparaiso
Looking for a hotel in Stockholm or Valparaiso? 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: Stockholm Hotel Prices and Valparaiso Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Stockholm $22Valparaiso $4.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:
- Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $199
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Business Car: $140
- Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $150
- Arlanda Airport (ARN): Train Transfer to/from Stockholm: $25
- Arlanda Express Train Airport and Stockholm City Transfer: $44
- Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Business Car: $130
- Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Car: $150
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $140
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Business Car: $130
- Arrival Private Transfer from Stockholm Port to Stockholm City by Luxury Car: $150
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Business Car: $130
- Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Bromma Airport BMA by Luxury Van: $140
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Valparaiso
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Valparaiso are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$3.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valparaiso
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valparaiso:
- Private Transfer Cruise Port to Santiago with Wine tour & tasting: $235
- Private Transfer Viña del Mar to Santiago Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from San Antonio Port to Valparaiso or Viña del Mar.: $133
- Private Transfer from Valparaiso Cruise Port to Santiago Hotels: $200
- Private Transfer from Valparaiso Hotel or port To Santiago Airport or Hotel: $110
- Private Transfer from Viña Del Mar or Valparaiso City Hotel To Santiago City: $89
- Private Transfer from Viña del Mar to Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport: $248
- Private transfer from Valparaiso or Viña del Mar to San Antonio: $133
- Transfer Valparaiso Cruise Terminal to Santiago + Tour & Winery: $99
- Valparaiso to Santiago Private Transfer or Santiago to Valparaiso: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Stockholm or Valparaiso?
Prices for flights to both Valparaiso 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
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Food Meals for one dayStockholm $67Valparaiso $37
Typical Food Prices in Stockholm
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:
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Breakfast$9.88
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: $27
- Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $31
- Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $31
- City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $31
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings -Eat like a Viking: $99
- Stockholm Food Tour: $113
- Food Tour: $119
- Old Town Food Tour of 7 Locals Favorites Tastings: $123
- Stockholm Small Group Food Tour with 7 Classic Food Tastings: $131
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $157
- Stockholm Private Food Tour with a Local: Tastiest Treats 100% Personalized: $228
- Stockholm Private Walking Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings: $258
Typical Food Prices in Valparaiso
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Valparaiso:
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Empanada$1.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valparaiso
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valparaiso.
- Cooking Classes in Viña del Mar Learn to Make Tapas and Desserts: $75
- Learn to Cook Like a Local: Cooking Class in a Viña del Mar Home: $132
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Stockholm $27Valparaiso $18
Tours and Activities in Stockholm
Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $1.12
- Reveal Your Eye Experience at the Iris Galerie: $1.52
- From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $4.86
- Stockholm Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.73
- Stockholm Troll Hunt: Self-Guided Old Town Adventure: $5.83
- Stockholm Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h20 and 25 reviews: $6.69
- Myths, Murders, and Monarchy: Stockholm Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
- Audio City-Tour in Stockholm: $9.16
- Old Town Stockholm Tour History Vikings and Hidden Stories: $10
- Walking Tour of Stockholm's Old Town, Gamla Stan: $10
- Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles: $11
- TOP Private Guided Tour with Your Mobile: $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valparaiso
Here are a few typical costs in Valparaiso for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Tour$4.04
Tours and Activities in Valparaiso
Here are a few actual costs in Valparaiso for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour in Street Art, funiculars and port: $30
- Valparaiso : Private Custom Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $34
- Learn Urban Sketching while you tour Valparaíso: $35
- Cultural Tour of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar: $38
- Guided Panoramic Tour in Valparaíso: $40
- Famous Viña del Mar! Premium Walking Tour with a Native Guide: $40
- Valparaiso in Depth : Walking Tour Exclusive: $40
- Famous Valparaíso! Premium Walking Tour with a Native Guide: $40
- Walking Tour Valparaiso, History and Art Private Optional: $40
- Guided tour Vina del Mar Reñaca beaches music and nature: $45
- Explore and Sail Valparaíso and Viña del Mar Tour: $58
- Valparaíso Viña del Mar Tour with Cruise Ship Pickup: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayStockholm $28Valparaiso $7.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm
Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $26
- Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $37
- Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $332
- Private Pub Crawl, Free Shots & Club Entry: $419
Typical Alcohol Prices in Valparaiso
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Valparaiso are as follows:
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Beer$0.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Valparaiso
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Valparaiso:
- From Santiago: Aconcagua Valley Wine Tour: $129
- Private Wine Tour in Valparaiso: $290
- A Valparaíso 100% Private Tour + Casablanca Wine Tasting: $320
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Stockholm and Valparaiso, we can see that Stockholm is more expensive. And not only is Valparaiso much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Stockholm is in Europe and Valparaiso is in South America, 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 Valparaiso would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Stockholm Expensive? and Is Valparaiso Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Stockholm or Valparaiso?
Stockholm has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Valparaiso. When comparing the sizes of Stockholm and Valparaiso, 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.