Which place is cheaper, Prague or Rovaniemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Rovaniemi or Prague?
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 Rovaniemi and Prague. 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: Rovaniemi or Prague?
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it's a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights. It's home to Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRovaniemi €208Prague €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Rovaniemi is €208, while the average daily cost in Prague is €125. 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 Rovaniemi and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRovaniemi €93Prague €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRovaniemi €186Prague €132
Compare Hotels in Rovaniemi and Prague
Looking for a hotel in Rovaniemi or Prague? 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: Rovaniemi Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rovaniemi €31Prague €7.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rovaniemi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Rovaniemi Airport or Train Station: $71
- Private Departure Transfer from Rovaniemi: $71
- Private Transfer from Rovaniemi Airport RVN to Rovaniemi: $77
- Ranua Arctic Zoo Transfer in Lapland: $79
- Rovaniemi Private Transfer from Rovaniemi city centre to Rovaniemi airport: $95
- Rovaniemi Private Transfer from Rovaniemi (RVN) Airport to City centre: $95
- Private Transfer Between Rovaniemi Airport and City Centre: $102
- Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer: $106
- Private Transfer Rovaniemi - Levi: $117
- VIP Private Transfer in Rovaniemi : $256
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Prague Airport Shared Arrival Transfer: $20
- Transfer from Vaclav Airport (PRG) to Prague City Center: $26
- Transfer from Prague City Center to Vaclav Airport (PRG): $26
- Prague Airport Private Departure Transfer: $42
- Private Transfer from Prague Airport to Prague City Hotels 1 - 3 pax: $45
- Prague Castle: Admission Ticket With Bus Transfer And Audioguide: $47
- Private Transfer to the Airport (PRG): $47
- Transfer from or to Prague Airport and City Center 1–6 passengers: $52
- Private Transfer from Prague Hotels to Prague Airport: $54
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $56
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $56
- Private DEPARTURE Transfer by LIMOUSINE 3+1pax: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Rovaniemi or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Rovaniemi 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 dayRovaniemi €82Prague €43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rovaniemi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
- Traditional Northern Light Dinner in the Lappish Hut: $105
- Insider Guided Food Tour With 5 Tastings: $142
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $161
- Traditional Lappish evening in the wilderness with dinner: $184
- Dinner with Northern Light hunt in Rovaniemi : $226
- Sauna, Jacuzzi, and 3 Course Dinner at Kota Restaurant Autumn: $231
- Ice Sculpting and Dinner at Kota Restaurant : $246
- Lapland Cooking Workshop: $262
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit€4.12
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Lunch for One€12
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Bananas€0.58
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Cookies€0.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $63
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $69
- African Dinner, Party and Pub-crawl : $72
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $72
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $74
- Small-Group Local Pubs Walking Tour And Traditional Czech Dinner: $74
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $76
- Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner: $82
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $85
- Medieval Dinner Show Castle and Brewery Tour with Hotel pick up: $102
- Mozart Concert and Dinner in Prague: $118
- Prague by Night: Drinks & Food Tour with Eating Europe: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rovaniemi €48Prague €16
Tours and Activities in Rovaniemi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
- Autumn Aurora Tour in Rovaniemi with Local Guides: $90
- Arctic Lakeside Fishing Experience - Rovaniemi: $94
- Insider Summer Bird Watching Experience: $94
- Insider Summer Berry and Mushroom picking experience: $94
- Northern lights hunting photo tour with bbq; small groups: $101
- Regular Bus Tour with Northern Lights hunt in Lapland: $105
- Experience Finnish Flea Market Mystery Tour: $106
- Vaattunkiköngäs Nature Trail Hiking Tour: $106
- Ice Fishing Tour: $106
- Wild Forest Berries and Mushrooms Picking Tour: $107
- Arctic Wildlife Adventure Ranua Wildlife Park Trip: $113
- Traditional Ice fishing experience in Lapland: $115
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets€4.12
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower€5.76
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Image Theatre for Two€40
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Prague Panoramic Views Live Guided Tour on Trike, eBike, eScooter: $3.57
- Prague Trike & e-Scooter Tour: Castle Viewpoints & Charles Bridge: $3.57
- Self Guided Tours Prague With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Prague Sightseeing Express Tour in Classic Car : $3.57
- Retro Style E-Bike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.57
- Prague on Stylish Retro styled E-Bike - Viewpoints & Sightseeing : $3.57
- Scenic Panoramic views e-Scooter/ eBike Guided Tour of Prague: $3.57
- Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague : $3.57
- Electric Trike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided : $3.57
- Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter: $3.57
- Electric Trike Tour in Prague - City Sightseeing & Fun Riding : $3.57
- Iconic Prague Tour Old Town, Jewish Quarter and Charles Bridge : $3.58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRovaniemi €21Prague €11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine€6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl - with free unlimited drinks and cocktails : $45
- Prague - Private Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer and Local Guide: $47
- Craft Beer Tour: Try 8 Czech Beers, Brewery and Beer Garden: $62
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $62
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $65
- PUB CRAWL IN PRAGUE | Admission Ticket: $66
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $75
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl in Prague: $82
- Wine Tasting and History Prague : $96
- Prague Segway Tour - 3-hour Double Monastery & Brewery Tour : $114
- 3 in 1 Tour Brewery & Castle in Bohemian Paradise Unesco Geopark: $131
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $142
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Prague, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague 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 Rovaniemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rovaniemi than you might in Prague.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rovaniemi or Prague?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Rovaniemi. When comparing the sizes of Rovaniemi and Prague, 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 Rovaniemi or Prague?
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 Rovaniemi or Prague in the Summer?
Both Prague and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Prague this time of year.
In July, Rovaniemi is generally cooler than Prague. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 15°C (60°F), and Prague fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Prague. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi usually receives more sunshine than Prague during summer. Rovaniemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 216 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Prague. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Prague receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRovaniemi 15°C (60°F)Prague 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Prague in the Autumn?
Both Prague and Rovaniemi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Prague for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
It's quite cold in Rovaniemi in the autumn. Rovaniemi is much colder than Prague in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Prague fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the autumn, Rovaniemi often gets less sunshine than Prague. Rovaniemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 124 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in October than Prague. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRovaniemi 2°C (36°F)Prague 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Prague in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Prague. Also, many visitors come to Prague in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Prague can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In the winter, Rovaniemi is much colder than Prague. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rovaniemi in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Prague averages at about 1°C (33°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives less sunshine than Prague during winter. Rovaniemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 49 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rovaniemi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Prague. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRovaniemi -12°C (10°F)Prague 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Prague in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Prague. Also, most visitors come to Prague for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Rovaniemi can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Prague. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around -1°C (31°F), and Prague fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the spring, Rovaniemi often gets more sunshine than Prague. Rovaniemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 145 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets less rain in April than Prague. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Prague receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRovaniemi -1°C (31°F)Prague 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Prague and Rovaniemi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 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.