Which place is cheaper, Rome 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 Rome?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Rome, 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 Rome?
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.
Rome
Rome is the kind of city that refuses to stay in the past, even though history is everywhere you look. Ancient ruins rise beside buzzing cafes, scooters zip past Renaissance palaces, and quiet cobblestone lanes suddenly open onto grand piazzas filled with fountains, churches, and street performers. It is a city of layers: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica, neighborhood trattorias, stylish boutiques, and late-night gelato walks all woven together into one unforgettable experience. Whether you come for the art, the food, the history, or the simple pleasure of wandering without a plan, Rome has a way of making every day feel like a discovery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $185Rome $240
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $185, while the average daily cost in Rome is $240. 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 Rome in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $104Rome $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $208Rome $208
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Rome
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Rome? 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 Rome Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $23Rome $25
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rome
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rome:
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Metro Ride (for Two)$2.32
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Train to the Airport$17
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Taxi to Airport$52
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Bicycle Rental (Full Day)$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rome
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rome:
- Transfer from Rome to the Beverello pier (Naples): $299
- Civitavecchia DA transfer and vice versa: $297
- Transfer services from airports to rome for up to 4 persons: $295
- Private transfer from Rome to S. Felice Circeo, Sabaudia or Terracina: $295
- Transfer from Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Port and vice versa: $295
- Transfer from Rome FIUMICINO AIRPORT to Civitavecchia Cruise Port: $295
- Private Express Tour of Roman Catacombs with Transfer: $294
- Private transfer from Roma to Civitavecchia port: $294
- Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Saturnia - Arrival Private Transfer: $289
- Private Luxury Transfer to the Famous Points of Rome center: $285
- Civitavecchia Port Private Transfer to/from Rome City & Airport: $283
- Rome Private Transfer from Rome city centre to Civitavecchia Cruise Port: $272
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Rome?
Prices for flights to both Rome 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 $64Rome $97
Typical Food Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rome:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$16
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4 Ice Cream Sandwiches$3.47
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Cafe e doce$4.64
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Pizza (Fast Food)$3.08
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)$37
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Cheese and bread$12
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Espresso$2.32
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Dinner$67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rome
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rome.
- Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture: $20
- Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome: $40
- Rome Food Tour for Breakfast Lovers: $41
- Rome Pizza Making Class for Families in Trastevere: $46
- Rome Food Tour: Tastings in the Jewish Ghetto & Campo de' Fiori: $46
- Rome Early Morning Breakfast and Sightseeing Food Tour: $46
- Cappuccino, Moka and Tiramisù Cooking Class in Central Rome: $48
- The Original Fettuccine & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Rome: $50
- Rome Street Food Tour: Eat Like a Local: $51
- Cooking Class in the Heart of Pizza and Tiramisu Making: $52
- Rome Street Food Tour and Jewish Ghetto Area Guided Sightseeing: $53
- Tasty Rome Street Food Tour around Campo de' Fiori Market & Jewish Ghetto: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $22Rome $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: $6.42
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $24
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Adventure parc: $54
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $96
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $139
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rome
Here are a few typical costs in Rome for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Rome Museum Vaticano (for 2)$80
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Coliseum Tickets (for Two)$38
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Roma Pass$35
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Hop on Hop Off Bus (All Day)$23
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Segway Tour$87
Tours and Activities in Rome
Here are a few actual costs in Rome for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- " Private pantheon tour: Explore Rome's Divine masterpiece": $105
- "Rome of the Popes" E-bike Tour with Guide for Small Groups: $85
- "Villa Borghese" Rome tour with high quality electric bicycle!: $70
- 1 Day Rome Tour from Civitavecchia for Cruise Passengers: $91
- 1 Hour Pantheon Tour: A Time Travel Experience in Rome + Ebook: $101
- 1,5H Gianicolo and Trastevere Tour on a Golf Cart: $88
- 1,5H Historical City Center Tour on a Golf Cart at Rome: $81
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour in Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto: $23
- 2 hours Tour of Galleria Colonna: $218
- 2-Hour Private Shopping Tour in Rome with Personal Stylist - Personal Shopper: $118
- 2-Hour Walking Tour in Rome's Enchanting Jewish Ghetto: $85
- 2h Xmas Lights Panoramic Vespa Sidecar Tour: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $20Rome $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rome
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rome:
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Bottle of Wine$7.54
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Pint of Beer$7.36
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Beer$12
Sample the Local Flavors in Rome
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rome:
- Cabaret and Burlesque Show: $35
- Rome’s Exclusive Wine Tasting: Sip Near the Colosseum!: $38
- Rome's Ultimate Party aka the Spanish Steps Pub Crawl: $40
- Winery Tour, Wine Tasting near Rome with Optional Lunch: $46
- Wine Tasting in Trastevere with Food and Gelato: $50
- Rome Premium Wine Tasting: 3, 4, 5 or 6 Wines with Expert Guide: $53
- EAT AND DRINK LIKE A LOCAL - Wine Tasting in Trastevere w/ Gelato: $53
- Premium Wine Tasting Experience by the Vatican: $59
- Burlesque lessons with the best Italian stars: $59
- Wine Tasting and Food Pairing in Underground Cellar in Rome: $64
- Small-Group Exclusive Winery and Wine Tasting Tour in Frascati: $65
- Rome Bar Crawl: Interactive Night Tour with Games and Karaoke: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Rome, we can see that Rome 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 Rome would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rome 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 Rome Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Rome?
Rome has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Rome, 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 Rome?
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 Rome in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Rome. Additionally, many travelers come to Rome for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Uppsala is generally cooler than Rome. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Rome fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rome. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Uppsala this time of the year. In the summer, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Rome. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 338 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in July than Rome. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Rome receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Rome 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Rome in the Autumn?
Both Rome and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Rome in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Uppsala is much colder than Rome in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Rome fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Rome during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 198 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Rome. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Rome receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Rome 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Rome in the Winter?
Both Rome and Uppsala during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Rome for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Rome. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Rome averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Rome. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rome receives 127 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in January than Rome. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Rome receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Rome 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Rome in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Rome. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Rome because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Uppsala is generally much colder than Rome. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Rome fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rome this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Rome during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Rome receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Rome. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Rome receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Rome 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Rome and Uppsala
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
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