Which place is cheaper, Quepos or Uppsala?
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 Uppsala or Quepos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Quepos, 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 Quepos?
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.
Quepos
Quepos is both a district and the capital of Aguirre canton in the Puntareanas Province of Costa Rica. The town is quite small, and the district has a population of about 22,000 people. Quepos is a popular tourist destination in Costa Rica due to its close proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific Coast. The town's economy is centered around tourism and there is no shortage of bars and restaurants in the area. The town also has a lively nightlife for such a small community.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Wildlife Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Costa Rica.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $180Quepos $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $180, while the average daily cost in Quepos is $155. 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 Quepos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $101Quepos $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $202Quepos $170
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Quepos
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Quepos? 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 Quepos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $22Quepos $11
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: $74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quepos
Also for Quepos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Private Transfer from Quepos - Manuel Antonio to Monteverde: $295
- Private Transfer from Quepos Port to Liberia Int Airport (LIR): $255
- Private Airport Transfer to Manuel Antonio: $250
- Private Transfer: SJO Airport to or from Manuel Antonio Quepos: $235
- Transfer from Manuel Antonio to SJO Airport and surroundings: $229
- One-Way Private Transfer from Quepos - Manuel Antonio to the Sierpe: $213
- Private Transfer FROM or TO Manuel Antonio - Sierpe: $209
- Private Transfer from Quepos Cruise Port to San Jose City Hotels: $204
- Private One Way Transfer from Manuel Antonio to Arenal La Fortuna: $195
- Transfer from Quepos Cruise Port to Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): $163
- One-Way Private Transfer from Uvita to Quepos - Manuel Antonio: $140
- Private One Way Transfer from Manuel Antonio to San José (Airport SJO): $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Quepos?
Prices for flights to both Quepos 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 $62Quepos $57
Typical Food Prices in Quepos
For Quepos, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch$17
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Seafood Dinner (for 1)$22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quepos
For Quepos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class and Medical Plants Garden: $77
- Night Mangrove Safari Boat Tour with Dinner | Manuel Antonio: $79
- Local Flavor Cooking Experience: $96
- Cooking Class & Medicinal Plants Garden Manuel Antonio: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $21Quepos $19
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $167
- Adventure parc: $53
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $107
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $100
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $149
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $23
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $287
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $138
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
Tours and Activities in Quepos
For Quepos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Damas Mangrove Kayak Tour from Quepos – Wildlife: $65
- 2-Hour Kayak Tour in Quepos Mangroves – See Monkeys & Lunch: $77
- ATV Tour Half Day Trip From Manuel Antonio: $134
- All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio: $86
- All Inclusive Nauyaca Waterfalls Adventure: $150
- All Inclusive Zip line & Catamaran Eco Adventure: $170
- All-Inclusive Jungle Night Tour: $59
- Barista Experience Workshop: $120
- Barista Experience Workshop: $120
- Barista Experience Workshop: $120
- Barista Experience Workshop: $120
- Birding at El Rey. (Marshes,rice fields,canals) Private Birding Tour: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $20Quepos $16
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Quepos, 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. Even though Uppsala is in Europe and Quepos is in Central America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Quepos Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Quepos?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Quepos. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Quepos, 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 Quepos?
Uppsala has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Quepos experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Uppsala or Quepos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Quepos. Quepos attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Uppsala is generally much colder than Quepos. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Quepos fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Quepos during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Quepos receives 164 hours of full sun in the summer.
Quepos receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Quepos. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Quepos receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Quepos 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Quepos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Quepos. The warm climate attracts visitors to Quepos throughout the year.
Uppsala is much colder than Quepos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Quepos fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Quepos. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Quepos receives 169 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Quepos. Uppsala usually gets less rain in October than Quepos. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Quepos receives 254 mm (10 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Quepos is the dry season. Keep in mind that May to November is the hurricane season in Quepos.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Quepos 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Quepos in the Winter?
Both Quepos and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Quepos because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Quepos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Quepos averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Quepos. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Quepos during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Quepos receives 264 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Quepos. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Quepos receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Quepos 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Quepos in the Spring?
Both Quepos and Uppsala during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Quepos year-round.
In April, Uppsala is generally much colder than Quepos. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Quepos fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
In Quepos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Quepos. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Quepos receives 255 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Quepos. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Quepos receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Quepos. Also, May to November in Quepos is the hurricane season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Quepos 29°C (85°F)
Typical Weather for Quepos and Uppsala
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 254 mm (10 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.