Which place is cheaper, Caracas or Beijing?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beijing or Caracas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Beijing and Caracas can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Beijing or Caracas?
Beijing
Beijing is the capital of China and, with 21.5 million people, it is the second most populated city in the world after Shanghai. It is a city that keeps pockets of its history hidden in old neighborhoods or back alleys, despite the constant change and modernization that goes on around it. As the capital city of China, there is plenty of history and culture. You can still get yourself lost in one of the last remaining hutongs, which are old neighborhoods that remain untouched by the city's modernization. The alleys that weave between the old homes are lined with drying clothes, corner markets, and people going about their daily lives the way they have for centuries. Surrounding these hutongs you'll find modern buildings and a booming economy, all threatening to destroying these last bits of Beijing's history. Beijing offers a glimpse into a microcosm that represents the entire country of China. Make sure you give yourself enough time in China to truly experience Beijing. You can pass a lot of time soaking up life in the city, which remains as diverse as the country it resides within.
Caracas
Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeijing $77Caracas $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Beijing is $77, while the average daily cost in Caracas is $0.00. 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 Beijing and Caracas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeijing $39Caracas -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeijing $78Caracas $0.00
Compare Hotels in Beijing and Caracas
Looking for a hotel in Beijing or Caracas? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beijing $7.63Caracas -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Beijing
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Beijing:
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Taxi$4.71
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Train from Airport for Two$6.90
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Taxi to Hotel$8.28
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2 Metro Passes$2.21
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Metro$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beijing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Beijing:
- Jinshanling Great Wall Self-hiking Tour by Private Transfer Service : $98
- Private English Transfer to Shilin Gorge Platform And Ming City Wall : $140
- Private One-Way Transfer Between Beijing Railway Station and Hotel: $30
- 1 Day Pass for Universal Beijing and Private Transfer Package: $265
- 1-Day Beijing Layover Private Tour: Forbidden City with Round Airport transfers: $198
- 1-Day Bejing Layover Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall,Forbidden City & Airport Transfers: $250
- 1-Way Private Transfer between Beijing Airport and City Hotels: $30
- 4-Hour Huanghuacheng Great Wall Sunset Tour with Airport Transfer: $160
- 5 Hours Round Trip Transfer Service to Mutianyu Great Wall: $70
- Acrobatic Show at Red Theater With Private Transfer: $45
- Acrobatics Show with Private Driver Service and Hotel Round Transfer: $65
- Airport Layover Transfer Service to Mutianyu Great Wall & City Sightseeing : $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Beijing or Caracas?
Prices for flights to both Caracas and Beijing 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 dayBeijing $21Caracas -
Typical Food Prices in Beijing
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beijing:
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Popcorn$0.83
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Hot Pot Dinner$6.90
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Dumpling Breakfast for Two$2.76
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Watermelon$1.93
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Peking Duck Dinner for 2$16
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Two Popsicles$0.83
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beijing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Beijing.
- Online Cooking Class Handmade Noodles by Sunflower Li: $20
- Online Cooking Class Beijing Dumplings and Cuisine by Sunflowerli Renowned Chef : $20
- Online Cooking Class Orange Chicken by Sunflower Li: $20
- Deal 20% off Beijing Nango HotSpring Water World with Dinner: $38
- Beijing Acrobatic Show Tickets w/ Optional Dinner or Transfer: $48
- 3.5-Hour Walking Food Tour: A Bite of History at Beijing Niujie Street: $49
- Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour: $55
- Temple of Heaven Private Tour w/Option Show &Dinner: $60
- 3 hours Morning or Afternoon Tea Tasting on Maliandao Street and Tea Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Tour: $69
- Mogolian Hot Pot Dinner with no limit soft drink and local beer .: $70
- Old Beijing Dinner Tour: $80
- Acrobatic Show with Peking Duck Dinner Private Tour: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beijing $24Caracas -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Beijing
Here are a few typical costs in Beijing for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Summer Palace for Two$8.28
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Two Opera Tickets$59
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Temple of Heaven Park Entrance (for 2)$9.66
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Forbidden City (for 2)$17
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Forbidden City Tickets$17
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Audio Guides at Forbidden City$11
Tours and Activities in Beijing
Here are a few actual costs in Beijing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Beijing's Old Hutongs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- Summer Palace Free Walking Tour: $5.00
- Temple of Heaven Free Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hutongs Free Walking Tour : $5.00
- Beijing's Old Hutongs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.34
- Panda House+City Attractions or Mutianyu Day Tour: $7.19
- Temple of Heaven Ticket: $7.90
- Beijing Summer Palace Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service): $8.00
- The Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan) Entrance Ticket: $8.00
- Summer Palace+Ming Tombs/Heaven Temple/China National Museum Tour: $8.00
- Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service): $8.00
- Confucius Temple and Imperial College Entrance Ticket : $8.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeijing $12Caracas -
Sample the Local Flavors in Beijing
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Beijing:
- Beijing Brewery Bike Tour: $99
- Evening Food Private Tour with Brewery Taproom Hopping at Slow Boat in Beijing: $110
- Private Tour-Drum Tower, Hutong Food Taste and Local Brewery Beer: $150
- Full Day Private Chateau Changyu Wine Tour from Beijing: $162
- 5-Hour Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour from Beijing: $178
- Private Changyu Chateau Wine Tasting Tour and Mutianyu Great Wall Visit: $238
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beijing and Caracas, we can see that Beijing is more expensive. And not only is Caracas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beijing is in Asia and Caracas is in South America, 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 Caracas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caracas 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 Beijing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Beijing than you might in Caracas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beijing Expensive? and Is Caracas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beijing or Caracas?
Beijing has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Caracas. When comparing the sizes of Beijing and Caracas, 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 Beijing or Caracas?
Beijing has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Caracas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beijing or Caracas in the Summer?
Both Caracas and Beijing are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Beijing in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Caracas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Beijing is generally around the same temperature as Caracas. Daily temperatures in Beijing average around 27°C (80°F), and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Caracas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beijing. Beijing usually receives less sunshine than Caracas during summer. Beijing gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Beijing. In July, Beijing usually receives more rain than Caracas. Beijing gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeijing 27°C (80°F)Caracas 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Caracas in the Autumn?
Both Caracas and Beijing during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Beijing for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Caracas year-round.
Beijing is much colder than Caracas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beijing averages around 14°C (56°F) in October, and Caracas fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In Caracas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beijing. In the autumn, Beijing often gets more sunshine than Caracas. Beijing gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 208 hours of full sun.
Beijing usually gets less rain in October than Caracas. Beijing gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeijing 14°C (56°F)Caracas 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Caracas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beijing and Caracas. The winter months attract visitors to Beijing because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Caracas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Beijing can be very cold. In the winter, Beijing is much colder than Caracas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beijing in January average around -4°C (26°F), and Caracas averages at about 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caracas this time of the year. In Beijing, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beijing usually receives less sunshine than Caracas during winter. Beijing gets 201 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 233 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Beijing usually receives less rain than Caracas. Beijing gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeijing -4°C (26°F)Caracas 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Beijing or Caracas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Beijing as well as Caracas. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Beijing this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Caracas throughout the year.
In April, Beijing is generally much colder than Caracas. Daily temperatures in Beijing average around 14°C (57°F), and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beijing this time of the year. In the spring, Beijing often gets more sunshine than Caracas. Beijing gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 183 hours of full sun.
Beijing usually gets less rain in April than Caracas. Beijing gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeijing 14°C (57°F)Caracas 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Caracas and Beijing
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (26°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (29°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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