Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Berlin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Berlin, 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: Uppsala or Berlin?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Berlin $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Berlin is $149. 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 Uppsala and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Berlin $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Berlin $138
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Berlin? 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Berlin $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.52
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Bahn Ticket$3.25
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Short Taxi Ride$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $727
- Private Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $367
- Trabi Limousine Airport Transfer with City Tour: $358
- Private Minivan Transfer with Driver and Guide: $321
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with stops at Potsdam + Sanssouci Palace: $295
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Nuremberg with 2h of Sightseeing: $276
- Private Transfer, Berlin to Prague with 2h of Sightseeing, 8 pax: $273
- Classic Remise Private Tour with Transfer: $271
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $267
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $263
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $32Berlin $56
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.42
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Turkish Sandwich$2.17
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Currywurst$2.17
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2 Pho Noodles$9.75
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$65
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Mauer Park (2)$12
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Coffees at Impala$8.45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $28
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $70
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Berlin $24
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$21
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $22
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin.: $32
- (E) Bike Tour for Non Bikers option Rickshaw Shared Guide: $48
- 2 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $59
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $60
- 2-Hour Private Berlin Walking Tour, Berlin in the Third Reich and Cold War: $213
- 2-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $75
- 3 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $73
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $184
- 3D Adventure black light mini golf (Berlin): $21
- 4 Hours 2 Person Highlights Berlin Rickshaw Tour with Guide : $207
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Berlin $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original One80 Berlin Pub Crawl: $16
- VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
- brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $24
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $26
- The Showgirls of Burlesque: $46
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
- Berlin:sunset boat trip with Argentine wine tasting and food: $214
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $250
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Berlin, 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 Uppsala or Berlin?
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 Uppsala or Berlin in the Summer?
Both Berlin and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
In the summer, Uppsala is around the same temperature as Berlin. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Berlin averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Berlin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Berlin. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Berlin in the Autumn?
Both Berlin and Uppsala during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Berlin for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Uppsala is generally cooler than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Berlin. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in October than Berlin. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Berlin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Berlin. Also, many visitors come to Berlin in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Berlin can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Uppsala. Uppsala is much colder than Berlin in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Berlin fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Berlin during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Berlin. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Berlin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Berlin. Also, most visitors come to Berlin for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Uppsala is much colder than Berlin. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Berlin averages at about 9°C (47°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Berlin. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Uppsala
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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