Which place is cheaper, Tampere or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Tampere?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Tampere. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Tampere?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It sits between Nasijarvi Lake and Pyhajarvi Lake, with the Tammerkoski rapids in between. It is one of the larger Finnish cities, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, but Tampere has managed to keep the small town feel. The city center is compact in size, and the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The city is located on a scenic spot on a narrow isthmus. The Tammerkoski rapids and their riverbanks form the backdrop for the old industrial buildings, and ridges formed thousands of years ago by ancient seas and retreating ice offer fantastic views over the two lakes. Original architecture and innovative urban development blend together to please both viewers and users of the built environment. Enjoy the surrounding lakes on peaceful rowboat trips or on cruises on larger vessels, or concentrate on the urban sights from a sightseeing bus. Regenerated industrial buildings now house quirky museums, enticing shops, pubs, cinemas and cafes. Tampere has a down-to-earth vitality that makes it a favorite for many visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best 10-Day Tours from Helsinki, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Tampere €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Tampere is €148. 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 Vilnius and Tampere in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Tampere €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Tampere €160
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Tampere
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Tampere? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Tampere Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Tampere €59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $638
- From Druskininkai & Grutas Park Tour with Transfer: $511
- Private Transfer: Vilnius to Klaipeda or Klaipeda to Vilnius via Trakai Castle: $239
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $213
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $213
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $213
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $141
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $53
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $51
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $51
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $45
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $87
- Helicopter Transfer to Helsinki Airport: $1,572
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Tampere?
Prices for flights to both Tampere and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Tampere €33
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Tampere €24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $169
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $107
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $384
- Admission Ticket at Vilnius Auto Museum: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $31
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $206
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $266
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $213
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $76
- From Trakai Castle and Paneriai Memorial Tour: $80
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $180
- Unique Corners of Tampere - Walking Tour: $521
- Enchanting Tampere Romantic Walking Tour: $656
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Tampere €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Tampere, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Tampere would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tampere than you might in Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Tampere Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Tampere?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Tampere, 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 Vilnius or Tampere?
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 Vilnius or Tampere in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Tampere. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the family-friendly experiences.
Vilnius is a little warmer than Tampere in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Tampere fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tampere. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Tampere. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tampere receives 247 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Tampere. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Tampere receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Tampere 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Tampere in the Autumn?
Both Tampere and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Vilnius is a little warmer than Tampere. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Tampere averages at about 5°C (42°F).
Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Tampere during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Tampere receives 81 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Tampere. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Tampere receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Tampere 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Tampere in the Winter?
Both Tampere and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Tampere can be very cold. Vilnius can be very cold during winter. In January, Vilnius is generally a little warmer than Tampere. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Tampere fluctuates around -7°C (19°F).
In the winter, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tampere. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tampere receives 37 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Tampere. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tampere receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Tampere -7°C (19°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Tampere in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Tampere. The spring months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the natural beauty.
It's quite cold in Tampere in the spring. Vilnius is much warmer than Tampere in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Tampere fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tampere during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Tampere receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Tampere. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Tampere receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Tampere 3°C (38°F)
Typical Weather for Tampere and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Tampere | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 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.