A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tampere vs. Debrecen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tampere or Debrecen?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Tampere and Debrecen can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Tampere or Debrecen?

Tampere

Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It sits between Nasijarvi Lake and Pyhajarvi Lake, with the Tammerkoski rapids in between. It is one of the larger Finnish cities, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, but Tampere has managed to keep the small town feel. The city center is compact in size, and the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The city is located on a scenic spot on a narrow isthmus. The Tammerkoski rapids and their riverbanks form the backdrop for the old industrial buildings, and ridges formed thousands of years ago by ancient seas and retreating ice offer fantastic views over the two lakes. Original architecture and innovative urban development blend together to please both viewers and users of the built environment. Enjoy the surrounding lakes on peaceful rowboat trips or on cruises on larger vessels, or concentrate on the urban sights from a sightseeing bus. Regenerated industrial buildings now house quirky museums, enticing shops, pubs, cinemas and cafes. Tampere has a down-to-earth vitality that makes it a favorite for many visitors.

Debrecen

Finding its beginning as a collection of agricultural villages, Debrecen has grown to become the second largest city in Hungary as well as the regional center for the Northern Great Plain region. Highlights include the Reformed Great Church of Debrecen, Hortobagy National Park, Deri Museum, and the Debrecen Zoo and Botanical Garden.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Helsinki, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Hungary, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Tampere or Debrecen?

Debrecen has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Debrecen, 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 Tampere or Debrecen?

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 Tampere or Debrecen in the Summer?

Both Debrecen and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit.

In the summer, Tampere is cooler than Debrecen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Debrecen averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Debrecen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tampere. In the summer, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Debrecen. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Debrecen receives 282 hours of full sun.

Tampere usually gets more rain in July than Debrecen. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Debrecen receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Debrecen in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Debrecen.

In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Debrecen. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Debrecen fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Debrecen during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Debrecen receives 160 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Tampere usually receives more rain than Debrecen. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Debrecen receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Tampere or Debrecen in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Debrecen.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Debrecen. It's quite cold in Tampere in the winter. Tampere is much colder than Debrecen in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Debrecen fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).

In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Debrecen. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Debrecen receives 55 hours of full sun.

Tampere usually gets less rain in January than Debrecen. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Debrecen receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Debrecen in the Spring?

Both Debrecen and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Debrecen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Debrecen averages at about 11°C (52°F).

Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Debrecen during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Debrecen receives 191 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Debrecen. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Debrecen receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Debrecen and Tampere