A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tampere vs. Aveiro for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tampere or Aveiro?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Tampere and Aveiro can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Tampere or Aveiro?

Tampere

Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It sits between Nasijarvi Lake and Pyhajarvi Lake, with the Tammerkoski rapids in between. It is one of the larger Finnish cities, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, but Tampere has managed to keep the small town feel. The city center is compact in size, and the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The city is located on a scenic spot on a narrow isthmus. The Tammerkoski rapids and their riverbanks form the backdrop for the old industrial buildings, and ridges formed thousands of years ago by ancient seas and retreating ice offer fantastic views over the two lakes. Original architecture and innovative urban development blend together to please both viewers and users of the built environment. Enjoy the surrounding lakes on peaceful rowboat trips or on cruises on larger vessels, or concentrate on the urban sights from a sightseeing bus. Regenerated industrial buildings now house quirky museums, enticing shops, pubs, cinemas and cafes. Tampere has a down-to-earth vitality that makes it a favorite for many visitors.

Aveiro

Aveiro has great canals that are lined by houses. Because of this ambiance, the town has earned its nickname the "Portuguese Venice." While it's similar, don't put too much into the name. The town is also known for it's colorful boats, referred to as moliceiros, that ride along the canals and under the bridges.

While the canals are lovely, most visitors actually come for the beaches. Aveiro's beaches are known for their clean and pristine sand. The shore is referred to as the Silver Coast, and has comfortably warm water, which is another major draw to the area.

Aveiro is comfortable year around because it's winters are mild and warm and its summer is somewhat cool. The winter months get the most rain and the summer is usually the driest. If you're there during the fall and winter, the winds will be strong making it the best time for surfing, sailing, and other water sports.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Aveiro, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Aveiro much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aveiro would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aveiro 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 Tampere would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tampere than you might in Aveiro.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Aveiro Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Tampere or Aveiro?

Tampere has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Aveiro. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Aveiro, 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 Tampere or Aveiro?

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 Tampere or Aveiro in the Summer?

Both Aveiro and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In the summer, Tampere is cooler than Aveiro. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tampere in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Aveiro averages at about 21°C (69°F).

It's quite sunny in Aveiro. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tampere. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Aveiro during summer. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Tampere usually receives more rain than Aveiro. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Tampere or Aveiro in the Autumn?

Both Aveiro and Tampere during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In October, Tampere is generally much colder than Aveiro. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 5°C (42°F), and Aveiro fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

In the autumn, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Aveiro. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 184 hours of full sun.

Aveiro gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tampere usually gets less rain in October than Aveiro. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Aveiro in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Aveiro.

The weather in Tampere can be very cold. Tampere is much colder than Aveiro in the winter. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around -7°C (19°F) in January, and Aveiro fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Aveiro during winter. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies, while Aveiro receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.

Aveiro receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Tampere usually receives less rain than Aveiro. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Tampere or Aveiro in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Aveiro.

It's quite cold in Tampere in the spring. In the spring, Tampere is much colder than Aveiro. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tampere in April average around 3°C (38°F), and Aveiro averages at about 14°C (56°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aveiro. In the spring, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Aveiro. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Aveiro receives 217 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Aveiro. Tampere usually gets less rain in April than Aveiro. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Aveiro receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Aveiro and Tampere