Which place is cheaper, Uppsala or Warsaw?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Warsaw or Uppsala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Warsaw and Uppsala can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Warsaw or Uppsala?
Warsaw
Warsaw is the capital city of Poland. It has a population of 1.7 million, making it the country's largest city. Located on the Vistula River, it is a popular tourist destination for its interesting architecture and culture. The right bank of the river was the first area to become populated in the 9th or 10 century. Today, however, the city's central district is on the left bank of the river. The Old Town, where you will find many sights and attractions, is fully contained within the city center.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWarsaw $93Uppsala $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Warsaw is $93, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $135. 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 Warsaw and Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWarsaw $51Uppsala $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWarsaw $102Uppsala $178
Compare Hotels in Warsaw and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Warsaw 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.
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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: Warsaw Hotel Prices and Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Warsaw $4.67Uppsala $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Warsaw
Also for Warsaw, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- from Warsaw to Krakow private transfer: $495
- Private Transfer to/from Krakow: $446
- Private Full-Day Tour of Warsaw with Tickets and Transfers: $293
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Wroclaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $262
- Chopin Airport One–Way Limousine Transfer: $248
- Warsaw City/Airport Okecie: Private Transfer from/to Krakow: $248
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Krakow with 2h of Sightseeing: $247
- Warsaw to Krakow or Krakow Airport Transfer Best Value: $240
- Wilanow Palace and Gardens with Guide, Tickets and Transfers: $211
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Gdansk with 2h of Sightseeing: $193
- Private transfer from Warszawa to Krakow: $191
- Extreme Shooting Range Experience with Transfers: $175
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 Warsaw or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala and Warsaw 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 dayWarsaw $27Uppsala $32
Typical Food Prices in Warsaw
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Warsaw:
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Dinner for Two$13
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Lunch for Two$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Warsaw
For Warsaw, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch or Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe with Skip-the-Line: $17
- Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $61
- Polish Dumplings Cooking Class: $62
- Traditional Polish Cooking Class in Warsaw: $79
- Traditional Polish Cooking Class with liquor tasting in Warsaw: $89
- Polish Food Tour: $92
- Taste of Poland - Old Town food tour and guided walk in one: $94
- 4-Hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- The 10 Tastings of Warsaw With Locals: Private Food Tour : $117
- EVERYDAY Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Warsaw $7.00Uppsala $18
Tours and Activities in Warsaw
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Warsaw.
- 2 Hour Super Segway City Tour of Warsaw: $67
- 2-Hour Breakfast Experience in a Home from Warsaw: $49
- 3 Hour VIP Warsaw Guided City Tour: $207
- 3-Hour Guided Cycling Tour of Warsaw: $37
- 6 Hour Private Car Tour to Treblinka With Hotel Pickup: $305
- Architecture Walking Tour in Warsaw: $76
- BIKE ADVENTURE : 4-hour sightseeing tour of Warsaw /inc. Pick-up/: $97
- Best of Warsaw - private tour by retro minibus with hotel pickup: $131
- Best of Warsaw Full-Day Private Tour with Private Transport: $154
- Best of Warsaw Full-Day Private Tour with Private Transport: $154
- Chopin's Warsaw - guided tour in a minivan with evening piano concert: $67
- Chopin’s Warsaw - City tour in the footsteps of Frédéric Chopin: $69
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWarsaw $10Uppsala $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Warsaw
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Warsaw:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $16
- #1 Pub Crawl Warsaw with Premium Open Bar: $20
- Pub Crawl with 1-Hour Open Bar: $20
- Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $176
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Warsaw and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Warsaw much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Warsaw would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Warsaw 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 Warsaw.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Warsaw Expensive? and Is Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Warsaw or Uppsala?
Warsaw has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Warsaw 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 Warsaw or Uppsala?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Warsaw or Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala and Warsaw are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Warsaw for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Warsaw is around the same temperature as Uppsala in the summer. The daily temperature in Warsaw averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Uppsala fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Uppsala. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Warsaw. Warsaw usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during summer. Warsaw gets 353 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Warsaw usually receives around the same amount of rain as Uppsala. Warsaw gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWarsaw 19°C (65°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Uppsala in the Autumn?
Both Uppsala and Warsaw during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Warsaw because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Warsaw is a little warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Warsaw in October average around 9°C (49°F), and Uppsala averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Warsaw often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Warsaw gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun.
Warsaw usually gets less rain in October than Uppsala. Warsaw gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWarsaw 9°C (49°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Warsaw and Uppsala. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Warsaw this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Uppsala. It's quite cold in Warsaw in the winter. In January, Warsaw is generally around the same temperature as Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Warsaw average around -3°C (27°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Warsaw usually receives less sunshine than Uppsala during winter. Warsaw gets 35 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Warsaw usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Warsaw gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWarsaw -3°C (27°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Uppsala in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Warsaw as well as Uppsala. Many travelers come to Warsaw for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Warsaw is much warmer than Uppsala in the spring. The daily temperature in Warsaw averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Uppsala fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Warsaw this time of the year. In the spring, Warsaw often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. Warsaw gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun.
Warsaw usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Uppsala. Warsaw gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWarsaw 9°C (47°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and Warsaw
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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