Which place is cheaper, Bologna or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Bologna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Bologna, 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 Bologna?
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.
Bologna
Bologna is the capital city of the northern region of Italy, Emilia-Romagna, with a population of 380,000. It is a historical city known well by Italians, however, not as well known among foreigners. The locals of Bologna speak little to no English. The city is most known for having the oldest university in the West. Another reason many visit this city is because of its exquisite cuisine. Many Italians would consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country because of its impeccably preserved historic centers. The best time to visit Bologna is usually between March and October, although bare in mind that July and August can get quite hot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Bologna $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Bologna is $170. 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 Bologna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Bologna $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Bologna $186
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Bologna
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Bologna? 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 Bologna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Bologna $22
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bologna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bologna:
- Bologna Airport: Round Trip Transfer to Venice+Water Taxi: $1,663
- Bologna Airport(BLQ): Roundtrip Transfer to Venice p-le Roma: $1,403
- From Private Venice Day Trip with Transfer: $770
- Siena: Private Round-Trip Transfer from/to Bologna Airport: $690
- Bologna Airport (BLQ): One Way Transfer to Ravenna Port/City: $524
- Tour Ferrari, Lambo, Parmesan, Vinegar, Wine with Transfer: $503
- Bologna:Parmesan, Prosciutto, Balsamic, Wine, Lunch&Transfer: $503
- Ferrari&Lambo, Parmesan, Balsamic, Red wine with Transfer: $497
- Florence: Private Transfer from Bologna Airport (BLQ): $429
- Ferrari, Lambo, Parmesan, Balsamic tour w/Lunch & Transfer: $390
- Bologna Airport(BLQ): 1-Way Transfer to Venice Piazzale Roma: $374
- Ravenna or Cruise Port to Murano + water taxi -RoundTrip Transfer: $300
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Bologna?
Prices for flights to both Bologna 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 $32Bologna $42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bologna
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bologna.
- Virtual Cooking Class: Ravioli variations with classic tomato sauce: $35
- Bologna Food Tour including Tagliatelle, Mortadella, Wine: $57
- Bologna Traditional Home Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $73
- Exclusive Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $74
- Exclusive Bologna Cooking Class - Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu & Spritz: $75
- Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal: $80
- Traditional Recipes Cooking Class with Local Wines: $82
- Hands on Home Cooking Class: $84
- Walking Food Tour with a Local Guide: $84
- Tastes and Traditions Food Tour with Market Visit: $84
- Tastes & Traditions of Food Tour with Market Visit: $86
- Bologna traditional food tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $92
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Bologna $41
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 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
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- 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
- 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
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bologna
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bologna are as follows:
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Food Tour (for 2)$34
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$123
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Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour (for 2)$72
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National Gallery Museum Bologna (for 2)$13
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Archaeology Museum of Bologna (for 2)$13
Tours and Activities in Bologna
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bologna are as follows:
- the red medieval pearl and its delicious food (private tour): $284
- 2 Hours Bologna Guided Private Tour for Kids and Families : $179
- 2-Hour Bike Tour to Discover Bologna's Squares and Monuments: $147
- 2-Hour Walking Tour Discovering the "Musical" Side of Bologna: $71
- 2.5-hour Bologna City and University Walking Tour: $131
- 3 hours walking tour with tastings: Bologna "La Grassa": $185
- Art and taste tour: from Magnani Rocca to Parma ham: $210
- BOLOGNA FOOD WALKING TOUR (morning or evening PRIVATE tour): $207
- Best of Private & Personalised Walking Experience: $81
- Best walking tour of Bologna: $158
- Bike Tour Bologna: $142
- Bologna - Old Town Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Bologna $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Bologna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bologna:
- Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience: $38
- From Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour with the winemaker: $53
- Monte San Pietro: Montevecchio Isolani Tour & Wine Tasting: $53
- Bologna Food & Wine tour with a local Chef: $69
- Wine Tasting Tour in One of the Oldest Inns: $70
- Bologna Wine Tasting in One of the Oldest Inns: $71
- Small-Group Half-Day Wine Tour with Tasting in Dozza Village: $102
- Taste the real Bologna Food and Wine tour: $107
- Wine Tasting Experience with a Local Guide: $118
- Exclusive Italian Wine Tasting: $131
- Food and Wine Tasting Tour in Bologna with a local guide : $138
- Italian Wine Tasting on the Panoramic Terrace in Bologna: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Bologna, we can see that Bologna is more expensive. And not only is Uppsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Uppsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uppsala 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 Bologna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bologna than you might in Uppsala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Bologna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Bologna?
Bologna has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Bologna, 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 Bologna?
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 Uppsala or Bologna in the Summer?
Both Bologna and Uppsala during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Bologna because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Uppsala is generally cooler than Bologna. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Bologna fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Bologna, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Uppsala. In the summer, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Bologna. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bologna receives 316 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in July than Bologna. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Bologna 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bologna in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Bologna. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Bologna this time of year.
Uppsala is much colder than Bologna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Bologna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Bologna during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Bologna receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Bologna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Bologna. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Bologna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bologna in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Bologna. Also, many travelers come to Bologna for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Bologna. It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Bologna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Bologna averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Bologna. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bologna receives 105 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in January than Bologna. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Bologna 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bologna in the Spring?
Both Bologna and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bologna in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Uppsala is generally much colder than Bologna. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Bologna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bologna during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Bologna receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Bologna. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bologna receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Bologna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Bologna and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Bologna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
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