Which place is cheaper, Rome 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 Rome?
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 Rome can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Rome?
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.
Rome
Rome is the kind of city that refuses to stay in the past, even though history is everywhere you look. Ancient ruins rise beside buzzing cafes, scooters zip past Renaissance palaces, and quiet cobblestone lanes suddenly open onto grand piazzas filled with fountains, churches, and street performers. It is a city of layers: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica, neighborhood trattorias, stylish boutiques, and late-night gelato walks all woven together into one unforgettable experience. Whether you come for the art, the food, the history, or the simple pleasure of wandering without a plan, Rome has a way of making every day feel like a discovery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €172Rome €207
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €172, while the average daily cost in Rome is €207. 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 Rome in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Rome €90
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Rome €180
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Rome
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Rome? 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 Rome Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Rome €21
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: $91
- Forest Campfire Experience with Hotel Transfer: $404
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rome
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rome:
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Metro Ride (for Two)€2.00
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Train to the Airport€15
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Taxi to Airport€45
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Bicycle Rental (Full Day)€10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rome
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rome:
- Private Transfer from and to Civitavecchia from Rome City Center: $297
- Transfer from Rome to the Beverello pier (Naples): $290
- Civitavecchia DA transfer and vice versa: $288
- Transfer from Civitavecchia 4 people: $286
- Transfer from Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Port and vice versa: $286
- Private transfer from Rome to S. Felice Circeo, Sabaudia or Terracina: $286
- Private Express Tour of Roman Catacombs with Transfer: $285
- Rome to Civitavecchia Port Private Door to Ship Cruise Transfer: $280
- Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Saturnia - Arrival Private Transfer: $280
- Civitavecchia Port to Rome Luxury Private Pier Side Transfer: $280
- Civitavecchia Port to Rome FCO Airport Private Pier Transfer: $280
- Private Transfer Civitavecchia Port to/from Rome City & Airport: $274
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Rome?
Prices for flights to both Rome 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 €57Rome €84
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: $102
- Food Tour with Tastings, Meal, & Rooftop City Views: $110
- From Private Lakeside Sauna & Campfire Dinner: $681
Typical Food Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rome:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€14
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4 Ice Cream Sandwiches€2.99
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Cafe e doce€4.00
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Pizza (Fast Food)€2.65
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)€32
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Cheese and bread€10
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Espresso€2.00
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Dinner€58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rome
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rome.
- Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture: $20
- Hard Rock Cafe Rome with Set Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Rome Pasta & Tiramisu Making Class & Fine Wine by Cooking Italy: $40
- Rome Pizza & Gelato Class with Wine by Cooking Italy: $40
- Rome Small Group Gnocchi and Tiramisu Cooking Class: $43
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Prosecco in Rome: $45
- Rome Early Morning Breakfast and Sightseeing Food Tour: $45
- Rome Testaccio Market Food Tour - Eat Like a Local: $45
- Rome Pizza Making Class for Families in Trastevere: $45
- Milan Street Food Tour and City Guided Sightseeing: $45
- Authentic Gnocchi Cooking Class in Rome - Piazza Navona: $46
- Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Rome €36
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: $48
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee & Snacks: $52
- Mushroom Picking and Tasting Tour with Meal: $53
- Forest Mind Nature Experience: $55
- Midnight Sun Canoe Tour with Crepes: $58
- Fatbike Tour with Coffee Stop: $63
- Private Forest Mind Tour in Tampere: $65
- Calm lake Experience at Hatanpää Manor: $75
- The Uncomplicated Finnish Forest Tour: $80
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $102
- Näsijärvi Lake Guided Paddling Tour: $106
- Explore Tampere city and nature walking tour by local guide: $125
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rome
Here are a few typical costs in Rome for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Rome Museum Vaticano (for 2)€69
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Coliseum Tickets (for Two)€33
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Roma Pass€30
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Hop on Hop Off Bus (All Day)€20
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Segway Tour€75
Tours and Activities in Rome
Here are a few actual costs in Rome for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- " Private pantheon tour: Explore Rome's Divine masterpiece": $102
- "Rome of the Popes" E-bike Tour with Guide for Small Groups: $82
- "Villa Borghese" Rome tour with high quality electric bicycle!: $67
- 1 Day Rome Tour from Civitavecchia for Cruise Passengers: $88
- 1 Hour Pantheon Tour: A Time Travel Experience in Rome + Ebook: $109
- 1.5 Hour Rome Iconic Sights Golf Cart Tour: $28
- 10 kilometer Running Experience in Rome: $80
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour in Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto: $40
- 2-Hour Private Shopping Tour in Rome with Personal Stylist - Personal Shopper: $114
- 2.5 Hours Private Tour in Rome on a Vintage Fiat 500 open cabrio: $182
- 3 Hour Private Tour Wonders of Rome by Golf Car with Pick up: $113
- 3 Hours Private Photographic and Historical Tour in Rome: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Rome €18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rome:
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Bottle of Wine€6.50
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Pint of Beer€6.34
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Beer€10
Sample the Local Flavors in Rome
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rome:
- Unique Wine Tasting in Enoteca in Rome San Pietro Area: $32
- Rome [4in1] Pasta Making_Tiramisù_Wine Tasting_Secret Cellar: $36
- Winery Tour, Wine Tasting near Rome with Optional Lunch: $45
- Frascati Wine Tasting Experience with Food Pairing: $46
- Rome Premium Wine Tasting: 3, 4, 5 or 6 Wines with Expert Guide: $51
- Experience Rome Exclusive Wine Tasting in City Center: $55
- Vatican Wine Tasting Italian Wines e Food with a Sommelier: $56
- Small-Group Exclusive Winery and Wine Tasting Tour in Frascati: $63
- Rome Nightlife Party Tour Monti Bar Crawl and Local Drinks: $65
- Rome Night Tipsy Tour & Bar Crawl with Forbidden History: $67
- Trionfale Farmers Market and Vatican Quarter Food and Wine Tour: $79
- The greatest wine tour of Rome: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Rome, we can see that Rome is more expensive. And not only is Tampere much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tampere would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tampere 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 Rome would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rome than you might in Tampere.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Rome Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Rome?
Rome has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Rome, 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 Rome?
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 Rome in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Rome. Also, many visitors come to Rome in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Tampere is much colder than Rome. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Rome averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rome. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tampere this time of the year. In the summer, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Rome. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 338 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets more rain in July than Rome. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Rome receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Rome 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Rome in the Autumn?
Both Rome and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Rome for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Rome. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Rome fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Rome during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 198 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tampere usually receives less rain than Rome. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Rome receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Rome 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Rome in the Winter?
Both Rome and Tampere during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Rome because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Tampere can be very cold during winter. Tampere is much colder than Rome in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Rome fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Rome. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 127 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets less rain in January than Rome. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Rome receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Rome 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Rome in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Rome. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Rome this time of year.
The weather in Tampere can be very cold. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Rome. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Rome averages at about 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rome this time of the year. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Rome during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Rome. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Rome receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Rome 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Rome and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 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.