Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Ayutthaya?
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Should you visit Ayutthaya or Tianjin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Tianjin? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Ayutthaya or Tianjin?
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.
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best 2-Week Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAyutthaya $71Tianjin $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Ayutthaya is $71, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $78. 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 Ayutthaya and Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAyutthaya $24Tianjin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAyutthaya $48Tianjin $70
Compare Hotels in Ayutthaya and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Ayutthaya or Tianjin? 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: Ayutthaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ayutthaya $31Tianjin $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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River Ferry Crossing$0.62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ayutthaya
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ayutthaya:
- Transfer from Bangkok: $108
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service <Charter charter>: $13
- Tianjin Airport Chauffeur Service, Tianjin Airport Transfer: $13
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Port to Tianjin Binhai Airport TSN: $34
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Binhai Airport TSN to Tianjin Port: $34
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Hotel: $39
- Tianjin Cruise Port Transfer To Tianjin Airport one way private transfer: $50
- Tianjin Airport (TSN) to Tianjin RoundTrip Private Transfer: $51
- Tianjin Port Private transfers to Tianjin train station: $52
- Private Transfer from Tianjin hotels to Tianjin Cruise Port: $54
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port to Tianjin hotels: $54
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port to Tianjin City Hotels: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Ayutthaya or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin and Ayutthaya 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 dayAyutthaya $23Tianjin $21
Typical Food Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of dining costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$4.32
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Ice Cream$0.93
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Breakfast for 2$4.32
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ayutthaya
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ayutthaya.
- Bangkok: VELA Dinner Cruise Ticket: $21
- Eat like a local Food tour, with small group: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ayutthaya $30Tianjin $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Temple Entrances (2)$6.18
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Wat Entrance$1.54
Tours and Activities in Ayutthaya
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ayutthaya are as follows:
- App self-guided: Tour Bangkok, Thailand: $4.39
- Ayutthaya 1-day Private Tour : UNESCO World Heritage Site: $156
- Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour: $39
- Ayutthaya Full-Day Tour with Bang Pa In (Summer Palace): $60
- Ayutthaya Private Guided Day Tour, 3 Historic Attractions: $134
- Ayutthaya Private Guided Day Tour, 4 Ancient Temples: $126
- Ayutthaya’s Heritage Revealed A Day Tour from Bangkok: $649
- Ancient City Temple Tour: $171
- Private 1 hour Boat tour Pa Sak River: $90
- UNESCO Heritage Temples and Cafe Day Tour: $69
- BKK: Ayutthaya Old Capital with 4 Famous Temple Private Tour: $149
- Bangkok: Ayutthaya Night Tour (Join Tour): $77
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- 4- Hour Tianjin Local Food & Tea Tour: $49
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion Private Shopping Tour: $120
- Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: $151
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $156
- Private Tour China House Ancient Culture Street and Tianjin Eye: $178
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Capital Airport With the English Speaking Driver: $187
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- Private Tianjin Shopping Tour: $218
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven: $219
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAyutthaya $20Tianjin $11
When comparing the travel costs between Ayutthaya and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin 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 Asia, 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 Ayutthaya Expensive? and Is Tianjin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ayutthaya or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Ayutthaya. When comparing the sizes of Ayutthaya and Tianjin, 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 Ayutthaya or Tianjin?
Tianjin 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 Ayutthaya or Tianjin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Ayutthaya as well as Tianjin. Ayutthaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Ayutthaya is around the same temperature as Tianjin in the summer. The daily temperature in Ayutthaya averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Tianjin fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. In the summer, Ayutthaya often gets less sunshine than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 224 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tianjin. Ayutthaya receives a lot of rain in the summer. Ayutthaya usually gets less rain in July than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAyutthaya 29°C (84°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Tianjin in the Autumn?
Both Tianjin and Ayutthaya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ayutthaya throughout the year.
In the autumn, Ayutthaya is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ayutthaya in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Tianjin averages at about 15°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ayutthaya. Ayutthaya usually receives less sunshine than Tianjin during autumn. Ayutthaya gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 227 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Ayutthaya. In October, Ayutthaya usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Ayutthaya is October to April. The rainy season in Ayutthaya is May to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAyutthaya 28°C (82°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Tianjin in the Winter?
Both Tianjin and Ayutthaya during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Ayutthaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tianjin can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Ayutthaya is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Ayutthaya average around 25°C (78°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ayutthaya. In the winter, Ayutthaya often gets more sunshine than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 201 hours of full sun.
Ayutthaya usually gets more rain in January than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAyutthaya 25°C (78°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Tianjin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ayutthaya and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ayutthaya year-round.
It's very hot in Ayutthaya this time of the year. Ayutthaya is much warmer than Tianjin in the spring. The daily temperature in Ayutthaya averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Tianjin fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. In Ayutthaya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ayutthaya usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tianjin during spring. Ayutthaya gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ayutthaya usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Ayutthaya gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring. October to April in Ayutthaya is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Ayutthaya.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAyutthaya 31°C (88°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin and Ayutthaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (78°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (85°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 292 mm (11.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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