Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Uppsala?
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 Uppsala or Antwerp?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Antwerp, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Uppsala or Antwerp?
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.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $182Antwerp $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $182, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $178. 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 Uppsala and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $102Antwerp $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $204Antwerp $168
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Antwerp? 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $22Antwerp $14
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: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $191
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $190
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $63Antwerp $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $21Antwerp $9.64
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
- Walking Tour Uppsala: $6.54
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Adventure parc: $54
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $97
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- City Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour: $137
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Antwerp : $299
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $43
- A Taste of Antwerp Tasting Tour: $3.58
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $36
- Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $65
- Antwerp Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $299
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
- Antwerp Shore Excursion and Bruges Private City Tour including Chocolate Tasting: $201
- Discover Antwerp with this Outside Escape city game tour!: $30
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.57
- From Full Day Guided Holland Keukenhof & Windmills Tour: $173
- Guided Bike Tour: 2 Hours Highlights of Antwerp: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $20Antwerp $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Crawl : $72
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Antwerp, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Antwerp?
Antwerp has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Antwerp, 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 Uppsala or Antwerp?
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 Uppsala or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Antwerp. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Uppsala is around the same temperature as Antwerp. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Antwerp averages at about 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antwerp. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Uppsala this time of the year. In the summer, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in July than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Antwerp in the Autumn?
Both Antwerp and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
In October, Uppsala is generally much colder than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Antwerp during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Uppsala during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Antwerp for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Antwerp. It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. Uppsala is much colder than Antwerp in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Antwerp fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in January than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Antwerp in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Antwerp. Furthermore, many visitors come to Antwerp in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Uppsala is much colder than Antwerp. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Antwerp averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Antwerp | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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