Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Tampere?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tampere or Hamburg?
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 Hamburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Hamburg?
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.
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 10-Day Tours from Helsinki, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €148Hamburg €117
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €148, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is €117. 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 Hamburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Hamburg €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Hamburg €108
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Hamburg
Looking for a hotel in Tampere 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.
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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 Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Hamburg €29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $87
- Helicopter Transfer to Helsinki Airport: $1,577
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg Airport(HAM): Transfer to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $645
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Transfer to Fredericia Cruise Port: $585
- Private One-Way Transfer to or from Kiel Port: $422
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Berlin, English Speaking Driver: $300
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Wolfsburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $271
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers : $267
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $262
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $234
- Private Transfer From Hamburg To Bremen With a 2 Hour Stop: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Hamburg?
Prices for flights to both Hamburg 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 €33Hamburg €35
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Hamburg €39
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $180
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $523
- Enchanting Tampere Romantic Walking Tour: $659
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
- Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
- "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $69
- "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $181
- "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
- 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
- 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
- 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $75
- 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Hamburg €17
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 Tampere and Hamburg, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Hamburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hamburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hamburg 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 Hamburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Hamburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Hamburg?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?
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 Hamburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Hamburg. Additionally, the music scene and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
In the summer, Tampere is around the same temperature as Hamburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Hamburg averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tampere this time of the year. In the summer, Tampere often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Hamburg. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Hamburg 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Hamburg in the Autumn?
Both Hamburg and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Hamburg during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tampere usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Hamburg 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Hamburg in the Winter?
Both Hamburg and Tampere during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Hamburg can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. Tampere is much colder than Hamburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Hamburg fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Hamburg. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets less rain in January than Hamburg. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Hamburg 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Hamburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Hamburg. Also, most visitors come to Hamburg for the natural beauty during these months.
Tampere can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Hamburg averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Tampere usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Hamburg 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Hamburg and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 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 | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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