A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Vilnius vs. Tromso for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Vilnius or Tromso?

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 Tromso. 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 Tromso?

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.

Tromso

The city of Tromso, in northern Norway, is named after the island of Tromsoya, on which it stands. Tromso is located 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle and is the largest city in Northern Norway. From September to March many people come to Tromso to see the northern lights. From 20 May to 20 July the midnight sun makes it possible to do as the locals and participate in various activities around the clock. In general, Tromso has a mild climate for such a northerly destination because of its seaside location and the warming effect of the Gulf stream. Tromso is ideal for seeing the northern lights in Norway and has a modern mix of outdoor activities, a vibrant nightlife, and places to eat local food.

Which city is cheaper, Tromso or Vilnius?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €76, while the average daily cost in Tromso is €93. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Vilnius and Tromso in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vilnius €34
    Tromso €45
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vilnius €68
    Tromso €90
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Tromso

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Hotels in Vilnius


Hotels in Tromso


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vilnius €6.64
    Tromso €23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:

  • Private transfer: Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Vilnius: $622
  • Private transfer: Vilnius to Vilnius Airport (VNO): $622
  • Vilnius to Riga transfer with Sightseeing: $347
  • Private transfer from Vilnius to Riga or Riga International Airport: $323
  • Private transfer Vilnius - Riga: $319
  • Private Transfer Vilnius - Minsk: $319
  • Riga to Vilnius Private One-Way Transfers: $283
  • Private low cost transfer from Vilnius to Minsk: $254
  • Private Minivan Transfer from Vilnius to Riga: $208
  • Private transfer from Vilnius to Kaunas: $118
  • Luxury Car Transfers from Vilnius to VNO Airport Vilnius - Departure: $92
  • Luxury Car Transfers from VNO Vilnius Airport to Vilnius - Arrival: $92

Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Tromso?

Prices for flights to both Tromso 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Vilnius €32
    Tromso €32
Typical Food prices in Vilnius

Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:


  • 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.

  • Vilnius - City of Contrasts - The Original City Tour by bicycle (bike+food tour): $32
  • National Dinner with Folk Show in Vilnius: $49
  • Dinner in local family: $66
  • Cooking Class in Vilnius: $71
  • Cooking Class: $74
  • Vilnius Dinner in the Darkness: $115
  • Dinner in the Dark Dining Experience in Riga: $281

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vilnius €7.78
    Tromso €14
Typical Entertainment prices in Vilnius

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:


  • Walking Tour
    €5.79

Tours and Activities in Vilnius

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:

  • 10-Day Self-Driving Tour to Baltic States: $912
  • 2-Hour Segway Tours in Vilnius: $57
  • 2-Night Amber Spa Experience in Vilnius: $956
  • 3 Hour Vilnius Food Walking Tour: $83
  • 3-Hour Vilnius Food Insider Walking Tour and Tastings: $96
  • 3.5-Hour Taste of Vilnius Beer Trail Tour: $71
  • 6-Hour Trakai National Park Private Walking Tour from Vilnius: $187
  • 8 Days Baltic Tour: Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia: $1,095
  • 9-Day Lithuania and Latvia Small-Group Tour from Vilnius: $1,680
  • Audio Tours to Curonian Spit UNESCO sand dunes: $399
  • Audio Tours to Geographical Center of Europe: $96
  • Audio Tours to Grutas Park Soviet Time Museum: $239

Tours and Activities in Tromso

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tromso.

  • Tromso Island Tour: $152
  • Small Group up to 8 people Aurora Borealis - Northern lights - Night Tour.: $163
  • Northern Lights Adventure with Greenlander, 8 people max: $189
  • Kvaloya Tour Winter: $195
  • Scenic fjord tour with Arctic Truck in Troms archipelago - PRIVATE: $762
  • Arctic Roadtrip: Sommarøy with scenic picnic Ⓥ | Private | Sightseeing | 4x4 Van: $804
  • 5-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Active Holiday: $1,259
  • 5-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Nature Holiday: $1,280
  • Private Northern Lights Tour by small van: $1,316
  • Private 5 to 7 hours Northern Lights Tour in Tromsø with hotel pick up: $1,337
  • Northern Lights Private tour with your special ones - Greenlander: $1,548
  • 9-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Active Holiday: $2,199

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vilnius €5.10
    Tromso €6.85
Typical Alcohol prices in Vilnius

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:


  • 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:

  • Vilnius Pub Crawl: $15

About these numbers

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Tromso, we can see that Tromso 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 Tromso would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tromso than you might in Vilnius.


When is the best time to visit Vilnius or Tromso?

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 Tromso in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Tromso. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Vilnius is much warmer than Tromso. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July are around 18°C (65°F), and Tromso is about 12°C (54°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tromso. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tromso. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tromso receives 205 hours of full sun.

Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Tromso. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Tromso receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Vilnius 18°C (65°F) 
    Tromso 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Tromso in the Autumn?

Both Tromso and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

It's quite cold in Tromso in the autumn. In October, Vilnius is generally much warmer than Tromso. Temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Tromso stays around 3°C (37°F).

Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Tromso during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Tromso receives 49 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Tromso. In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Tromso. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Tromso receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Vilnius 8°C (46°F) 
    Tromso 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Tromso in the Winter?

Both Tromso and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Tromso. It's quite cold in Vilnius in the winter. Vilnius is cooler than Tromso in the winter. The temperature in Vilnius is usually -5°C (23°F) in January, and Tromso stays around -4°C (25°F).

In the winter, Vilnius often gets more sunshine than Tromso. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tromso receives 3 hours of full sun.

Vilnius usually gets less rain in January than Tromso. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tromso receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Vilnius -5°C (23°F) 
    Tromso -4°C (25°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Tromso in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Tromso. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the natural beauty.

Tromso can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Vilnius is much warmer than Tromso. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April are around 7°C (45°F), and Tromso is about 1°C (33°F).

Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tromso during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Tromso receives 160 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Tromso. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Tromso receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Vilnius 7°C (45°F) 
    Tromso 1°C (33°F)

Typical Weather for Tromso and Vilnius

Vilnius Tromso
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (23°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) -4°C (25°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Feb -4°C (26°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) -4°C (25°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Mar 1°C (33°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) -2°C (28°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Apr 7°C (45°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 1°C (33°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
May 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 5°C (41°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in) 10°C (49°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Jul 18°C (65°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (51°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Sep 13°C (56°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 7°C (44°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Oct 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nov 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) -1°C (31°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Dec -2°C (29°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) -3°C (27°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)


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