Which place is cheaper, Manila 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 Manila?
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 Manila can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Manila?
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.
Manila
A sprawling metropolis that is home to more than 12 million people, Manila is one huge, misunderstood concrete jungle, full of diverse cultures, traffic, pollution, restaurants, shopping malls, noise and nightlife. If you're looking to soak in culture and feel the vibe of a place rather than seeking a city that specifically caters to tourists, Manila is the place to be. Capital of the Philippines, Manila is also the center for education, business, and transportation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €172Manila €87
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €172, while the average daily cost in Manila is €87. 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 Manila in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Manila €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Manila €88
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Manila
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Manila? 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 Manila Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Manila €12
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: $117
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:
- Full On 5-7 hours ATV Adventure Rivers-Mountains-Jungle with Transfers Manila: $280
- Safe and secure Airport Transfer Best in Manila: $216
- Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
- Adventure Awaits: Spelunking at Cavinti Cave Complex w/ Transfers: $160
- Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $150
- Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers: $120
- Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Paranaque Private Transfer: $120
- Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
- Half Day Intramuros and Distillery Experience with Transfer: $75
- METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
- Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $51
- Transfers from Manila, Makati, Taguig and Pasay Hotel to Airport: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Manila?
Prices for flights to both Manila 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 €57Manila €25
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: $103
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.
- Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $60
- Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $60
- Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
- ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
- Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings: $65
- Street Food tour & Local Jeepney, Tuktuk Ride: $66
- Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
- Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $105
- A taste of Manila's History & Filipino Culture with Buffet Dinner: $175
- Subic: Sunset Dinner Yacht Cruise from Manila & Clark: $212
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Manila €16
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Tampere Private Walking Tour with a Local: $47
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $103
Tours and Activities in Manila
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:
- (Excursion) Day tour in Manila: $258
- A Full Day Tour Adventure From Manila’s History to Volcano Views: $180
- A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
- Amazing Taal Volcano Sightseeing & Pagsanjan Falls Tour 2in1: $125
- Antipolo Day Tour with Cloud 9 and Pinto Art Museum: $80
- BAGUIO CITY DAY TOUR (FROM MANILA): $357
- BANAUE:BATAD Rice Terraces with Sagada 4D3N PRIVATE TOUR: $7,130
- Banaue-Hapao Rice Terraces (Car Rental W/ Manila Tourist Driver): $300
- Cavite Leisure And Farm Tour: $170
- Club Crawl and Party Experience at BGC: $71
- Discover Tagaytay's Countryside: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $85
- Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Manila €8.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Manila, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tampere is in Europe and Manila is in Asia, 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 Manila would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manila 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 Manila.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Manila Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Manila?
Manila has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Manila, 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 Manila?
Tampere has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Manila experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tampere or Manila in the Summer?
Both Manila and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Manila year-round.
In the summer, Tampere is much colder than Manila. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Manila averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Manila gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tampere usually gets less rain in July than Manila. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Manila 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Manila in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Manila. Manila attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Manila. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Manila receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tampere usually receives less rain than Manila. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Manila 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Manila in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Manila. The warm climate attracts visitors to Manila throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. Tampere is much colder than Manila in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Manila fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Tampere usually gets more rain in January than Manila. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Manila 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Manila in the Spring?
Both Manila and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Manila because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tampere can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Manila. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Manila averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In April, Tampere usually receives more rain than Manila. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Manila 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manila and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 303 mm (11.9 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 408 mm (16.1 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 452 mm (17.8 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 357 mm (14.1 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 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.