Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Pecs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Pecs, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Pecs?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Pecs €75
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Pecs is €75. 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 Tallinn and Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Pecs €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Pecs €70
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Pecs? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Pecs €16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tallinn Party Bus Airport Transfer: $124
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn City by minibus: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Car : $90
- Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $41
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport or Port by Luxury Car: $90
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn TLL Airport by Luxury Van: $41
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,647
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $16
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $16
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
- Tallinn Airport Transfer - Return: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €36Pecs €27
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $63
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $96
- Tallinn Food Tour: $116
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
- Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $136
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $213
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two€23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Pecs €16
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.95
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.54
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $8.73
- Tales of Reval Smartphone App Self-Guided GPS Walking Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Self-Guided Tour to Most Instagrammable Places in Tallinn: $15
- Terrific Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $16
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $16
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Pecs €7.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mad Monk’s Pub Crawl Tallinn: $21
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $27
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drinks, Local Guide: $42
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $72
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $123
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Pecs, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Pecs?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Pecs, 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 Tallinn or Pecs?
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 Tallinn or Pecs in the Summer?
Both Pecs and Tallinn during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Tallinn is cooler than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tallinn in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
In Pecs, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tallinn. In the summer, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in July than Pecs. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Pecs in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Pecs. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Tallinn is generally much colder than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 7°C (44°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Pecs. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Pecs in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Pecs. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Tallinn can be very cold during winter. Tallinn is much colder than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Pecs. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Pecs in the Spring?
Both Pecs and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the natural beauty.
The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. In the spring, Tallinn is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tallinn in April average around 4°C (39°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Tallinn usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pecs during spring. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Pecs. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Tallinn
| Tallinn | Pecs | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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