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

Should you visit Tampere or Pecs?

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 Pecs can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Tampere or Pecs?

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.

Pecs

Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.

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

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Pecs, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.

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

Which is Bigger, Tampere or Pecs?

Tampere has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Pecs, 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 Pecs?

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 Pecs in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Pecs.

In the summer, Tampere is cooler than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pecs. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tampere this time of the year. In the summer, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.

Tampere usually gets more rain in July than Pecs. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Pecs in the Autumn?

Both Pecs and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Tampere usually receives more rain than Pecs. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Tampere or Pecs in the Winter?

Both Pecs and Tampere during the winter are popular places to visit.

It's quite cold in Pecs in the winter. The weather in Tampere can be very cold. Tampere is much colder than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).

In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.

Tampere usually gets less rain in January than Pecs. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Pecs in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Pecs.

It's quite cold in Tampere in the spring. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).

Tampere usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pecs during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Pecs. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Pecs and Tampere