Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Tampere?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tampere or Gothenburg?
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 Gothenburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Gothenburg?
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.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
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 Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €148Gothenburg €91
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €148, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is €91. 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 Tampere and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Gothenburg €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Gothenburg €74
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Gothenburg? 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: Tampere Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Gothenburg €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Helicopter Transfer to Helsinki Airport: $1,570
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $505
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $174
- Gothenburg Airport Transfers : Gothenburg to Airport GOT in Luxury Van: $152
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea (UME) Airport to City centre: $144
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $144
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $119
- Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $119
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $110
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $101
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Tampere 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 dayTampere €33Gothenburg €36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Gothenburg €14
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Enchanting Tampere Romantic Walking Tour: $656
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $179
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $520
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Days Private Tour in Gothenburg: $300
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $31
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $39
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $112
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Discover Gothenburg - Private Walking Tour: $222
- Egypt Oasis Adventure Package: $778
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $9.37
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
- Entry Ticket To Universeum in Gothenburg with pickup: $64
- Fascinating Gothenburg Walking Tour for Couples: $255
- Gothenburg - Private guided tour: $531
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Gothenburg €19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Gothenburg, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Gothenburg, 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 Gothenburg?
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 Tampere or Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Gothenburg.
In the summer, Tampere is around the same temperature as Gothenburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gothenburg this time of the year. In Tampere, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tampere usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg during summer. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tampere usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Gothenburg.
In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Gothenburg. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets less rain in October than Gothenburg. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Gothenburg. It's quite cold in Tampere in the winter. Tampere is much colder than Gothenburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Gothenburg during winter. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tampere usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Gothenburg in the Spring?
Both Gothenburg and Tampere during the spring are popular places to visit.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Gothenburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, Tampere often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets less rain in April than Gothenburg. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Tampere
| Tampere | Gothenburg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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.