Which place is cheaper, Zagreb or Turku?
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 Turku or Zagreb?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Zagreb, 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 Zagreb?
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.
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Split.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €159Zagreb €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €159, while the average daily cost in Zagreb is €89. 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 Turku and Zagreb in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Zagreb €48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Zagreb €96
Compare Hotels in Turku and Zagreb
Looking for a hotel in Turku or Zagreb? 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: Turku Hotel Prices and Zagreb Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Zagreb €9.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turku
Also for Turku, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku (TKU) Airport to City centre: $95
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- From Private Transfer to Ljubljana and Lake Bled: $1,050
- Private Split to Zagreb transfer with Plitvice lakes & Wine: $1,004
- Zagreb to Rovinj: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes Visit: $823
- Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $729
- Budapest: Private transfer to Zagreb or Zagreb to Budapest: $553
- Zagreb to Split: Personalized Transfer & Custom Day Trip!: $426
- Private Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park: $408
- From Sarajevo: 1-Way Transfer to Zagreb or opposite: $408
- Zagreb to Rovinj private transfer or vice versa: $296
- Private Transfer from Zagreb to Budapest with 2 hours for sightseeing: $284
- Private direct transfer from Zagreb to Rijeka with a local driver: $221
- Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Moravske Toplice - Round-Trip Transfer: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Zagreb?
Prices for flights to both Zagreb and Turku 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 dayTurku €56Zagreb €29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $83
- Zagreb Food Tour: Local Dishes & City Stories: $94
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour: $154
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac Market Visit: $160
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $199
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Zagreb €12
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Järvelä Sauna Experience in the Turku Archipelago: $19
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $282
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (120min) Zagreb All Around Tour-all of the Lower town/Upper town: $91
- 2 hour Private Walking Tour of Zagreb: $65
- 4 Day Private Istria Tour from Explore & Enjoy: $1,657
- Amazinga Entertainment Entry Ticket 3h: $38
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour from Zagreb: $231
- Best Of Zagreb Walking Tour: $65
- Best of Slovenia: Bled, Postojna, Ljubljana Day Tour from Zagreb: $260
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $105
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $22
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $93
- Big Zagreb Private Tour: $118
- Big Zagreb Private Walking Tour: $233
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Zagreb €8.92
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Zagreb Restaurants Food & Wine Tasting with Old Town Walking Tour: $105
- Private Zagreb Walking Tour and Wine Tasting From Zagreb: $111
- Japetić Viewpoint Hike & Plešivica Wine Tasting: $151
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $175
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $193
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor: $255
- Plesivica Region Wine Tasting Half-day Tour: $265
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $272
- From Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $292
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $296
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Zagreb, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Zagreb much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zagreb would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagreb 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 Zagreb.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Turku Expensive? and Is Zagreb Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Turku or Zagreb?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Turku. When comparing the sizes of Turku and Zagreb, 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 Turku or Zagreb?
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 Zagreb in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Turku as well as Zagreb. Additionally, many visitors come to Zagreb in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Turku is cooler than Zagreb in the summer. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Zagreb fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zagreb. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Turku this time of the year. In the summer, Turku often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Zagreb. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 266 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets less rain in July than Zagreb. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Zagreb 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Turku or Zagreb in the Autumn?
Both Zagreb and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Turku is much colder than Zagreb. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Turku in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Zagreb averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Turku usually receives less sunshine than Zagreb during autumn. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 133 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Turku usually receives around the same amount of rain as Zagreb. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Turku or Zagreb in the Winter?
Both Zagreb and Turku during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Zagreb because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Zagreb can be very cold. Turku can be very cold during winter. In January, Turku is generally much colder than Zagreb. Daily temperatures in Turku average around -6°C (20°F), and Zagreb fluctuates around 1°C (35°F).
In the winter, Turku often gets less sunshine than Zagreb. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zagreb receives 54 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets less rain in January than Zagreb. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Zagreb 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Turku or Zagreb in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Zagreb. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
The weather in Turku can be very cold. Turku is much colder than Zagreb in the spring. The daily temperature in Turku averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Zagreb fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Turku usually receives more sunshine than Zagreb during spring. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Zagreb receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Turku usually receives less rain than Zagreb. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Zagreb receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Zagreb 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Zagreb and Turku
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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