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

Should you visit Tampere or Sundborn?

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

Where Should I go: Tampere or Sundborn?

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.

Sundborn

Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Helsinki, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Finland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Tampere or Sundborn?

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 Sundborn in the Summer?

Both Sundborn and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit.

In July, Tampere is generally around the same temperature as Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 16°C (61°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Tampere usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Sundborn. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Sundborn in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Sundborn.

Tampere is cooler than Sundborn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 5°C (42°F) in October, and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

In October, Tampere usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Tampere or Sundborn in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Sundborn.

The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. Tampere can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Tampere is cooler than Sundborn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tampere in January average around -7°C (19°F), and Sundborn averages at about -6°C (20°F).

Tampere usually gets less rain in January than Sundborn. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Sundborn in the Spring?

Both Sundborn and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

It's quite cold in Sundborn in the spring. The weather in Tampere can be very cold. In April, Tampere is generally cooler than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 3°C (38°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).

In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Sundborn. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Sundborn and Tampere