Should you visit Vilnius or Tromso?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare 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. So, let's dig into it.
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 €96. 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. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Vilnius and Tromso in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €68 for a double occupancy room in Vilnius.
Travelers usually pay around €94 for a double occupancy room in Tromso If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Vilnius cost around €32 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €13.
In Tromso travelers spend around €33 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Vilnius €32
Tromso €33
Typical Food prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
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Vilnius - City of Contrasts - The Original City Tour by bicycle (bike+food tour):
$32
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National Dinner with Folk Show in Vilnius:
$49
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Dinner in local family:
$66
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Cooking Class in Vilnius:
$71
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Cooking Class:
$74
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Vilnius Dinner in the Darkness:
$115
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Dinner in the Dark Dining Experience in Riga:
$281
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Vilnius is €6.64 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Tromso's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €24 per person, per day on transportation in Tromso.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
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Private transfer: Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Vilnius:
$622
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Private transfer: Vilnius to Vilnius Airport (VNO):
$622
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Vilnius to Riga transfer with Sightseeing:
$347
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Private transfer from Vilnius to Riga or Riga International Airport:
$323
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Private transfer Vilnius - Riga:
$319
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Private Transfer Vilnius - Minsk:
$319
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Private low cost transfer from Vilnius to Minsk:
$254
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Private Minivan Transfer from Vilnius to Riga:
$208
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Private transfer from Vilnius to Kaunas:
$118
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Luxury Car Transfers from Vilnius to VNO Airport Vilnius - Departure:
$92
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Luxury Car Transfers from VNO Vilnius Airport to Vilnius - Arrival:
$92
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Departure Private Transfer Vilnius City to Vilnius VNO by Minivan:
$46
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.
Entertainment
Vilnius's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €7.78 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Tromso can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €14 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Typical Entertainment prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
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10-Day Self-Driving Tour to Baltic States:
$912
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2-Hour Segway Tours in Vilnius:
$57
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2-Night Amber Spa Experience in Vilnius:
$956
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3 Hour Vilnius Food Walking Tour:
$83
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3-Hour Vilnius Food Insider Walking Tour and Tastings:
$96
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6-Hour Trakai National Park Private Walking Tour from Vilnius:
$187
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8 Days Baltic Tour: Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia:
$1,095
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9-Day Lithuania and Latvia Small-Group Tour from Vilnius:
$1,680
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Audio Tours to Curonian Spit UNESCO sand dunes:
$399
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Audio Tours to Geographical Center of Europe:
$96
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Audio Tours to Grutas Park Soviet Time Museum:
$239
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Audio Tours to Hill of Crosses:
$319
Tours and Activities in Tromso
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tromso.
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Tromso Island Tour:
$152
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Small Group up to 8 people Aurora Borealis - Northern lights - Night Tour.:
$163
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Northern Lights Adventure with Greenlander, 8 people max:
$189
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Kvaloya Tour Winter:
$195
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Scenic fjord tour with Arctic Truck in Troms archipelago - PRIVATE:
$762
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Arctic Roadtrip: Sommarøy with scenic picnic Ⓥ | Private | Sightseeing | 4x4 Van:
$804
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5-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Active Holiday:
$1,259
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5-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Nature Holiday:
$1,280
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Private Northern Lights Tour by small van:
$1,316
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Private 5 to 7 hours Northern Lights Tour in Tromsø with hotel pick up:
$1,337
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Northern Lights Private tour with your special ones - Greenlander:
$1,548
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9-Day Self-Drive-Tour Northern Norway from Tromso - Active Holiday:
$2,199
Alcohol
The average person spends about €5.10 on alcoholic beverages in Vilnius per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Tromso, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €7.11.
Typical Alcohol prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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.
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