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

Should you visit Turku or Sundborn?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Sundborn, 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 Sundborn?

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.

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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure 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 Turku and Sundborn, we can see that Turku 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 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 Sundborn.

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

When is the best time to visit Turku 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 Turku or Sundborn in the Summer?

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

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

Turku usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Sundborn. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Turku or Sundborn in the Autumn?

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

Turku is around the same temperature as Sundborn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

In October, Turku usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Turku or Sundborn in the Winter?

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

Sundborn can be very cold during winter. Turku can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Turku is around the same temperature as Sundborn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Turku in January average around -6°C (20°F), and Sundborn averages at about -6°C (20°F).

Turku usually gets more rain in January than Sundborn. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Turku or Sundborn in the Spring?

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

The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. Turku can be very cold during spring. In April, Turku is generally cooler than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 3°C (37°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).

In April, Turku usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sundborn. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Sundborn and Turku