Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Hamburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?
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.
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Hamburg $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is $125. 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 Hamburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Hamburg $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Hamburg $116
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Hamburg
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Hamburg? 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 Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Hamburg $31
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 Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket$1.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg Airport(HAM): Transfer to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $645
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Transfer to Fredericia Cruise Port: $585
- Private One-Way Transfer to or from Kiel Port: $422
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Berlin, English Speaking Driver: $300
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Wolfsburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $271
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers : $267
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $262
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $234
- Private Transfer From Hamburg To Bremen With a 2 Hour Stop: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Hamburg?
Prices for flights to both Hamburg 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 $32Hamburg $37
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls$16
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites$5.36
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Donner Kebab and Coke$6.43
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer$16
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Donner Kebab Lunch$4.29
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Sandwich and Coffee Break$6.43
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market$3.75
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Coffee and Donut$4.29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Hamburg $42
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 Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church$3.75
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
- Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
- "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $69
- "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $181
- "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
- 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
- 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
- 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $75
- 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Hamburg $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Hamburg, we can see that Uppsala 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 Hamburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Hamburg?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Hamburg, 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 Hamburg?
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 Hamburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Hamburg. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Uppsala is generally around the same temperature as Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Uppsala this time of the year. In the summer, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in July than Hamburg. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Hamburg 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Hamburg in the Autumn?
Both Hamburg and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
Uppsala is cooler than Hamburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hamburg during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Hamburg 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Hamburg in the Winter?
Both Hamburg and Uppsala during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hamburg. It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Hamburg averages at about 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hamburg. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in January than Hamburg. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Hamburg 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Hamburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Hamburg. Furthermore, many visitors come to Hamburg in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Uppsala is generally cooler than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Hamburg 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Hamburg 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 (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
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