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

Should you visit Tallinn or Sundborn?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Sundborn, 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 Sundborn?

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.

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.

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


Which place is cheaper, Sundborn or Tallinn?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Sundborn is €0.00. 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 Sundborn in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tallinn 47
    Sundborn -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tallinn 94
    Sundborn 0.00
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Sundborn

Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Sundborn? 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 Tallinn


Hotels in Sundborn


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tallinn 12
    Sundborn -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:


  • 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 hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $16
  • Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $16
  • Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $16
  • Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $16
  • Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
  • Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $41
  • Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn TLL Airport by Luxury Van: $41
  • Private Airport Transfer: $43
  • Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
  • Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $48
  • Airport Transfer Service: $48
  • Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $51

Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Sundborn?

Prices for flights to both Sundborn 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tallinn 36
    Sundborn -
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn

For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch for Two
    7.68
  • 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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tallinn 5.63
    Sundborn -

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tallinn 15
    Sundborn -

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 Sundborn, we can see that Tallinn 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 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 Sundborn.

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



When is the best time to visit Tallinn or Sundborn?

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 Sundborn in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Sundborn. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.

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

Tallinn usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Sundborn. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.


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

Should I visit Tallinn or Sundborn in the Autumn?

Both Sundborn and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Tallinn is around the same temperature as Sundborn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 7°C (44°F) in October, and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Tallinn 7°C (44°F) 
    Sundborn 6°C (44°F)

Should I visit Tallinn or Sundborn in the Winter?

Both Sundborn and Tallinn during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Sundborn can be very cold during winter. Tallinn can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Tallinn is a little warmer than Sundborn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tallinn in January average around -5°C (22°F), and Sundborn averages at about -6°C (20°F).

Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Sundborn. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Tallinn -5°C (22°F) 
    Sundborn -6°C (20°F)

Should I visit Tallinn or Sundborn in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Sundborn. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the natural beauty during these months.

The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. Tallinn can be very cold during spring. In April, Tallinn is generally around the same temperature as Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 4°C (39°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).

In April, Tallinn usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sundborn. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Tallinn 4°C (39°F) 
    Sundborn 4°C (40°F)

Typical Weather for Sundborn and Tallinn

Tallinn Sundborn
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (22°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) -6°C (20°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Feb -6°C (22°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) -6°C (22°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Mar -2°C (29°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) -1°C (30°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 4°C (39°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 4°C (40°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
May 10°C (50°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 15°C (58°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (60°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 16°C (60°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Sep 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 7°C (44°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 6°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Nov 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 0°C (32°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Dec -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) -5°C (24°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)