Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Tampere?
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 Tampere or Seoul?
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 Seoul can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Seoul?
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.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €172Seoul €109
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €172, while the average daily cost in Seoul is €109. 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 Tampere and Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Seoul €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Seoul €92
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Seoul? 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: Tampere Hotel Prices and Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Seoul €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $96
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card€3.07
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Short Taxi Ride€4.29
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Metro Ride€0.83
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Seoul City Pass Plus€6.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Lotte World Theme Park Private Transfer: $234
- Private Everland Theme Park Transfer: $234
- Private Transfer from Seoul to Incheon Cruise Terminal(12 pax): $190
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Gimpo Airport (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport (1-12pax): $164
- Seoul Incheon Airport ICN to Seoul - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $160
- Private transfer from Seoul hotel to Seoul Station and so on: $132
- Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $130
- Private Transfer Incheon Cruise Terminal from and to Seoul: $125
- Incheon Airport transfer directly to Seoul city: $113
- Private Transfer Incheon Airport <-> Seoul Korea: $110
- Premium Seoul Airport Transfer: Affordable & Convenience: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul and Tampere 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 dayTampere €57Seoul €44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampere
For Tampere, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tampere Food Tour Local Tastings, Meal & Rooftop City Views: $106
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon€3.68
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Waffle€0.61
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Dippin' Dots€1.23
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Chicken Fried Rice€3.37
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Chicken Stick€1.23
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew€1.16
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Lunch Buffet€3.68
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Donut€0.61
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Mushroom Burger€3.19
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Green Tea Ice Cream€2.02
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Udon & Sushi€4.29
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Fresh Burger€2.94
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Soba Noodles Lunch€2.76
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Bibimbap Lunch€3.07
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Fried Rice€3.37
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Vietnamese Dinner€5.82
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2€5.82
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Donut€1.53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
- Korean Grandma Cooking Class l Gimbap & Kimchi Pancake l Seoul: $52
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- Street Food Tour in Jongno, Heart of Seoul: $58
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
- Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
- Dinner at a Local's Hanok & Seoul's Night Life: $66
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Seoul €22
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $106
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets€4.90
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Movie Ticket€4.90
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Kimchi Museum€1.84
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- DMZ, Eunpyeong village and Jinkwansa Temple Private Tour : $212
- Danyang Tour of Guinsa Temple, Bobaljae and Cheongpung Cable Car: $99
- Gyeongbokgung Palace & Bukchon Village Walking Tour : $66
- Private DMZ tour and Mt Gamagak Suspension Bridge: $250
- Private Tour Nami Island & Morning Calm Garden: $256
- Seoul National Museum Walking Tour Experience: $35
- (Private tour) Nami Island + Railbike + Garden of morning calm: $260
- (Small Group) Art and Architecture tour of Seoul: $121
- 1Day Seoul Heritage Bike Tour: From Gyeongbokgung to HistoricGems: $150
- 2 Hours Seoul Private Walking Tour Including Pick up: $59
- 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul: $29
- 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Seoul €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute: $20
- The Seoul Pub Crawl Official: $22
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - story of 3 pigs: $41
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Seoul, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Seoul much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tampere is in Europe and Seoul 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 Seoul would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Seoul 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 Seoul.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Tampere. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Seoul, 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 Seoul?
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 Tampere or Seoul in the Summer?
Both Seoul and Tampere during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
Tampere is much colder than Seoul in the summer. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Tampere. In the summer, Tampere often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun.
Seoul gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tampere usually gets less rain in July than Seoul. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Seoul in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Seoul. Furthermore, many travelers come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Tampere is much colder than Seoul. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tampere in October average around 5°C (42°F), and Seoul averages at about 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seoul this time of the year. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Seoul during autumn. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tampere usually receives more rain than Seoul. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Seoul in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Seoul. Additionally, many visitors come to Seoul in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Seoul can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Tampere. In January, Tampere is generally much colder than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around -7°C (19°F), and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In the winter, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Seoul. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets more rain in January than Seoul. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Seoul in the Spring?
Both Seoul and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Seoul for the activities around the city during these months.
Tampere can get quite cold in the spring. Tampere is much colder than Seoul in the spring. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 3°C (38°F) in April, and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Seoul. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Seoul during spring. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tampere usually receives less rain than Seoul. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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