A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Turku vs. Holloko for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Turku or Holloko?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Holloko, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Turku or Holloko?

Turku

Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.

Holloko

Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Turku or Holloko?

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 Turku or Holloko in the Summer?

Both Holloko and Turku during the summer are popular places to visit.

In July, Turku is generally cooler than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 16°C (61°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

In Holloko, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Turku. In the summer, Turku often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun.

Turku usually gets more rain in July than Holloko. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Turku or Holloko in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Holloko.

Turku is much colder than Holloko in the autumn. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Turku usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during autumn. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Turku usually receives more rain than Holloko. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Turku or Holloko in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Turku as well as Holloko.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Holloko. It's quite cold in Turku in the winter. In the winter, Turku is much colder than Holloko. Typically, the winter temperatures in Turku in January average around -6°C (20°F), and Holloko averages at about -1°C (31°F).

In the winter, Turku often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun.

Turku usually gets more rain in January than Holloko. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Turku or Holloko in the Spring?

Both Holloko and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. In April, Turku is generally much colder than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 3°C (37°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Turku usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko during spring. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Turku usually receives less rain than Holloko. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Holloko and Turku