Which place is cheaper, Lima or Tampere?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Tampere or Lima?
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 Lima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Tampere Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €172Lima €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €172, while the average daily cost in Lima is €81. 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 Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Lima €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Lima €88
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Lima? 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 Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Lima €5.16
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: $96
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Short Taxi Ride€3.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Direct Private Transfer From Lima to Paracas, English Speaking Driver: $269
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $263
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport to Lima: $59
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Lima Airport (LIM) to Miraflores - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima J Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima Airport Transfers by SUV/Van: $43
- Assistance - Transfer Cusco Airport to Hotel & Viceversa: $40
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Private Lima Airport Transfer - Minivan 24hrs: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima 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 €57Lima €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampere
For Tampere, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tampere Food Tour Local Tastings, Meal & Rooftop City Views: $107
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two€3.91
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Ice cream€3.17
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Coffee€2.69
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Donut€0.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Lima €7.79
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $107
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)€15
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Movie Tickets€2.07
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Lima €5.07
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€6.57
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Beer€3.66
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Cocktail€2.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Lima, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tampere is in Europe and Lima is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Lima, 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 Lima?
Tampere has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tampere or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In July, Tampere is generally around the same temperature as Lima. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 16°C (61°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Tampere. In the summer, Tampere often gets more sunshine than Lima. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tampere is much colder than Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 5°C (42°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Tampere usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tampere usually receives more rain than Lima. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
The weather in Tampere can be very cold. In the winter, Tampere is much colder than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tampere in January average around -7°C (19°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Lima. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Tampere in the spring. In April, Tampere is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 3°C (38°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Tampere usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lima during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tampere usually receives more rain than Lima. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.