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

Should you visit Vilnius or Uppsala?

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 Uppsala. 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 Uppsala?

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.

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.

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 Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.


Which place is cheaper, Uppsala or Vilnius?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is €127. 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 Uppsala in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vilnius 42
    Uppsala 84
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vilnius 84
    Uppsala 168
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Uppsala

Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Uppsala? 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.

Hotels in Vilnius


Hotels in Uppsala


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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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vilnius 8.30
    Uppsala 18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:

  • Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $650
  • From Druskininkai & Grutas Park Tour with Transfer: $521
  • Private Transfer: Vilnius to Klaipeda or Klaipeda to Vilnius via Trakai Castle: $243
  • Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $217
  • Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $217
  • Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $143
  • Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
  • Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
  • Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
  • Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
  • Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
  • Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $28

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: $45

Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Uppsala?

Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 40
    Uppsala 30
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.

  • Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $61
  • Dinner in local family: $75
  • Cooking Class in Vilnius : $85
  • Cooking Class in Lithuanian House Surrounded by Nature: $99

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vilnius 9.72
    Uppsala 17
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:

  • “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $87
  • "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $173
  • (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $109
  • 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $391
  • Admission Ticket at Vilnius Auto Museum: $22
  • Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
  • Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
  • Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
  • Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, Rumsiskes museum: $215
  • Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $209
  • Discover Vilnius Tour: $271
  • Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $206

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: $11
  • Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $28
  • Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $32
  • Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $57
  • Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $78
  • Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $86
  • Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $102
  • Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $117
  • Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $124

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vilnius 6.38
    Uppsala 16
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


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


Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Uppsala?

Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Uppsala, 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 Uppsala?

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 Uppsala in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Uppsala. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Vilnius is generally around the same temperature as Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 18°C (65°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun.

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


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Vilnius 18°C (65°F) 
    Uppsala 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Uppsala in the Autumn?

Both Uppsala and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Vilnius is around the same temperature as Uppsala in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).

Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Uppsala during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Uppsala. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Vilnius 8°C (46°F) 
    Uppsala 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Uppsala in the Winter?

Both Uppsala and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In the winter, Vilnius is much colder than Uppsala. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vilnius in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Uppsala averages at about -3°C (27°F).

In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun.

Vilnius usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Uppsala. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Vilnius -5°C (23°F) 
    Uppsala -3°C (27°F)

Should I visit Vilnius or Uppsala in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Uppsala. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.

In April, Vilnius is generally a little warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 7°C (45°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Uppsala during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Vilnius 7°C (45°F) 
    Uppsala 5°C (41°F)

Typical Weather for Uppsala and Vilnius

Vilnius Uppsala
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (23°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) -3°C (27°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Feb -4°C (26°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) -3°C (27°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Mar 1°C (33°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 0°C (33°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Apr 7°C (45°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 5°C (41°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
May 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Jul 18°C (65°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 13°C (56°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 8°C (46°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Nov 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec -2°C (29°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) -1°C (31°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)