A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sundborn vs. Hamburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sundborn or Hamburg?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sundborn and Hamburg 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: Sundborn or Hamburg?

Sundborn

Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.

Hamburg

Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.


Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Sundborn?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sundborn is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is $125. 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 Sundborn and Hamburg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sundborn -
    Hamburg $58
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sundborn $0.00
    Hamburg $116
Compare Hotels in Sundborn and Hamburg

Looking for a hotel in Sundborn or Hamburg? 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 Sundborn


Hotels in Hamburg


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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: Hamburg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sundborn -
    Hamburg $31

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:


  • Short Distance Ubahn Ticket
    $1.82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:

  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg Airport(HAM): $38
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Hamburg Cruise Port: $38
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $41
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM Departure : $41
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Cruise Port to Hamburg City Hotels: $51
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg City Hotels to Hamburg Cruise Port: $51
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Hotels to Bremerhaven Cruise Port: $65
  • Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $76
  • Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $76
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport(HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Port: $78
  • Private Transfer from Hamburg City to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $78
  • Roundtrip Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $83

Is it cheaper to fly into Sundborn or Hamburg?

Prices for flights to both Hamburg and Sundborn 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
    Sundborn -
    Hamburg $37

Typical Food Prices in Hamburg

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


  • Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls
    $16
  • Currywurst and Pommes Frites
    $5.36
  • Donner Kebab and Coke
    $6.43
  • Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer
    $16
  • Donner Kebab Lunch
    $4.29
  • Sandwich and Coffee Break
    $6.43
  • Fish Sandwich from Fish Market
    $3.75
  • Coffee and Donut
    $4.29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg

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

  • St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
  • Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
  • Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
  • Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
  • St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
  • Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
  • Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sundborn -
    Hamburg $42

Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg

Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Tower at St. Michael's Church
    $3.75

Tours and Activities in Hamburg

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

  • Selfguided Audiotour "Speicherstadt and HafenCity": $3.20
  • Selfguided Audiotour "Old Town and City Center": $3.20
  • Deutsche Hafen & St.Pauli Bezahl-Was-ihr-wollt Tour zu Fuß: $3.21
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
  • Harbor&St. Pauli Pay-What-You-Want 2-Hour Walking Tour: $3.21
  • English Hamburg City Center Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
  • German Hamburg Historic City Center Pay-What-You-Want Tour: $3.21
  • English Harbor&St.Pauli Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.26
  • Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
  • Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in St. Pauli: $4.60

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sundborn -
    Hamburg $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg

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

  • Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
  • Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
  • Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
  • Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
  • Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
  • Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513


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

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



When is the best time to visit Sundborn or Hamburg?

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.

Should I visit Sundborn or Hamburg in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sundborn and Hamburg. Furthermore, most visitors come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Sundborn is generally around the same temperature as Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Sundborn average around 17°C (63°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

In July, Sundborn usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Sundborn gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Sundborn 17°C (63°F) 
    Hamburg 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Hamburg in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Sundborn as well as Hamburg. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Sundborn is much colder than Hamburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sundborn averages around 6°C (44°F) in October, and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

Sundborn usually gets less rain in October than Hamburg. Sundborn gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Sundborn 6°C (44°F) 
    Hamburg 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Hamburg in the Winter?

Both Hamburg and Sundborn are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.

It's quite cold in Hamburg in the winter. The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. In the winter, Sundborn is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sundborn in January average around -6°C (20°F), and Hamburg averages at about 0°C (33°F).

In January, Sundborn usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Sundborn gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Sundborn -6°C (20°F) 
    Hamburg 0°C (33°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Hamburg in the Spring?

Both Hamburg and Sundborn during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Hamburg for the natural beauty.

It's quite cold in Sundborn in the spring. In April, Sundborn is generally much colder than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Sundborn average around 4°C (40°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).

Sundborn usually gets less rain in April than Hamburg. Sundborn gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Sundborn 4°C (40°F) 
    Hamburg 8°C (46°F)

Typical Weather for Hamburg and Sundborn

Sundborn Hamburg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -6°C (20°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 0°C (33°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb -6°C (22°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 1°C (34°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar -1°C (30°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 4°C (39°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Apr 4°C (40°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 8°C (46°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 11°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.3 in)
Jun 16°C (60°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 15°C (60°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Jul 17°C (63°F) 76 mm (3 in) 17°C (62°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 17°C (62°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sep 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 6°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Nov 0°C (32°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Dec -5°C (24°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 2°C (35°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)