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

Should you visit Tampere or Ayutthaya?

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 Ayutthaya can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Tampere or Ayutthaya?

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.

Ayutthaya

Once the largest city in the world, Ayutthaya, is the example of an ancient capital within a modern city. Located in the central plains of Thailand, this spot is ideally located between China, India and the Malay Archipelago creating the perfect place for trade in Asia. Eighteenth century maps from Holland and France show golden palaces, large ceremony spots and trading vessels from all over the world. Suddenly, in 1767, Ayutthaya experienced a tragic fall from grace with a Burmese invasion burning much of the city to the ground.

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

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Ayutthaya, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Ayutthaya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tampere is in Europe and Ayutthaya is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Ayutthaya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya.

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

Which is Bigger, Tampere or Ayutthaya?

Tampere has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ayutthaya. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Ayutthaya, 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 Ayutthaya?

Tampere has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ayutthaya experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Ayutthaya in the Summer?

Both Ayutthaya and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ayutthaya year-round.

In July, Tampere is generally much colder than Ayutthaya. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 16°C (61°F), and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).

It's quite sunny in Tampere. In the summer, Tampere often gets more sunshine than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ayutthaya receives 176 hours of full sun.

Ayutthaya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tampere usually gets less rain in July than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Ayutthaya in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Ayutthaya. Ayutthaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Tampere is much colder than Ayutthaya in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 5°C (42°F) in October, and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ayutthaya this time of the year. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Ayutthaya during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Ayutthaya receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Ayutthaya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tampere usually receives less rain than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn. October to April in Ayutthaya is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Ayutthaya.

Should I visit Tampere or Ayutthaya in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Ayutthaya. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ayutthaya throughout the year.

It's quite cold in Tampere in the winter. In the winter, Tampere is much colder than Ayutthaya. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tampere in January average around -7°C (19°F), and Ayutthaya averages at about 25°C (78°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ayutthaya. In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ayutthaya receives 276 hours of full sun.

Tampere usually gets more rain in January than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tampere or Ayutthaya in the Spring?

Both Ayutthaya and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ayutthaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. It's very hot in Ayutthaya this time of the year. In April, Tampere is generally much colder than Ayutthaya. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around 3°C (38°F), and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).

It's quite sunny in Ayutthaya. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Ayutthaya during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Ayutthaya receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Ayutthaya. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Ayutthaya is October to April. The rainy season in Ayutthaya is May to October.

Typical Weather for Ayutthaya and Tampere