A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tartu vs. Levi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tartu or Levi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tartu and Levi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Tartu or Levi?

Tartu

Tartu is a university town that is also the second largest city in Estonia. It has a population of about 100,000 and dates back to 1030, making it the oldest city in the country. The Emajogi River passes through town and it has a lovely old town that's pleasant to explore. The city is a great place to see day to day life in Estonia. It is a very real town with people going about their daily lives. If you find yourself here when the weather is nice, you'll be greeted by crowds of happy locals out enjoying the weather. They make full use of the warm, sunny weather with festivals, events, and concerts during the summer. This is easily the most fun and eventful time to visit the city.

Levi

Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Estonia, The Best Budget Tours to Estonia, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tartu and Levi, we can see that Levi is more expensive. And not only is Tartu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tartu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tartu 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 Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi than you might in Tartu.

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

When is the best time to visit Tartu or Levi?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Tartu or Levi in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tartu and Levi. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tartu this time of year.

In the summer, Tartu is a little warmer than Levi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tartu in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Levi averages at about 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Levi this time of the year. In Tartu, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tartu usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Levi during summer. Tartu gets 265 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Tartu usually receives around the same amount of rain as Levi. Tartu gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Tartu or Levi in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Tartu as well as Levi. Many travelers come to Tartu for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Levi can get quite cold in the autumn. In October, Tartu is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Tartu average around 6°C (43°F), and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).

In the autumn, Tartu often gets more sunshine than Levi. Tartu gets 86 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun.

Tartu usually gets more rain in October than Levi. Tartu gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tartu or Levi in the Winter?

Both Levi and Tartu are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Tartu in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Levi can be very cold during winter. Tartu can get quite cold in the winter. Tartu is much warmer than Levi in the winter. The daily temperature in Tartu averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).

Tartu usually receives more sunshine than Levi during winter. Tartu gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Tartu usually receives more rain than Levi. Tartu gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Tartu or Levi in the Spring?

Both Levi and Tartu during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Tartu for the natural beauty during these months.

The weather in Levi can be very cold. Tartu can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Tartu is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tartu in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Levi averages at about -1°C (30°F).

In the spring, Tartu often gets less sunshine than Levi. Tartu gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun.

Tartu usually gets more rain in April than Levi. Tartu gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Levi and Tartu