Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Beirut?
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 Beirut or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Guangzhou. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Guangzhou?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.78Guangzhou $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.78, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $110. 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 Beirut and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Guangzhou $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Guangzhou $122
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Guangzhou? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Guangzhou Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Guangzhou $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $25
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $70
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Private Departure Transfer | Beirut Hotel to Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- [Airport transfer] Guangzhou Airport - Guangzhou city transfer service with a good reputation! <Private charter: $27
- Private transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to hotel: $33
- Private Transfer in Guangzhou with Fluent English Speaking Driver: $90
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $172
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $190
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $172
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $45
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park and City Center: $38
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain and City Area: $44
- Private Round-Trip Airport Transfers in English-speaking Services: $197
- Private Baiyun Airport Transfer to Guangzhou Railway or East Railway Station: $49
- Pearl River Night Cruise with Private Transfers in Guangzhou: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $1.23Guangzhou $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $74
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Beirut Street Food Tour | 4 Neighbourhoods · All Inclusive: $150
- Private Beirut Street Food Tour with Lunch | Max 6 People: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Local Life Street Food Tour Hidden Spots and Markets: $39
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Half Day Cantonese Cooking Class for Chinese Culinary Experience: $80
- Guangzhou Night Walking and Food Tour: Led by Local Cantonese: $82
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Tanxiu Banquet Immersive Drama and Dinner Experience in Foshan: $98
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour Pearl River Cruise & Dim-Sum Dinner: $110
- Guangzhou Evening Walk: Canton Tower, Pearl River Cruise & Dinner: $140
- Private Guangzhou Evening Food Tour with Pearl River Night Cruise: $140
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Guangzhou $19
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos: Small Group Tour with Hotel pickup: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off Citysightseeing Tour & Audio Guide: $30
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $30
- Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small Group Tour with Lunch: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Guided Small-Group Tour to Jeita, Harissa, Byblos with Lunch: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Guangzhou City Highlight Layover Tour from Airport: $276
- 1 Day Relaxing Exploring Tour in Guangzhou: $156
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: $91
- 4-Hour Private Flexible Guangzhou City Tour in Your Way: $100
- 5-Hour Private Guangzhou Yumcha Tasting with Local Food Market Experience: $118
- 6-Day Guangzhou to Guilin Scenic Tour: $1,598
- 7-Hour Customised Private Guangzhou Sightseeing and Shopping Tour: $180
- China Education Culture University Campus Guangzhou Private Tour: $153
- Chinese Classical Garden and Ancient Water Village Private Tour: $220
- Chinese Tea Culture Tea Ceremony and Tea Market Private Tour: $180
- Customised Private Guangzhou City Tour with Flexible Itinerary: $180
- Customized Guangzhou City Tour with Local Insights: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Guangzhou $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun Day Trip: $75
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut (Entrance Fee Included): $91
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | 3 Wineries from Beirut: $100
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Private Cedar Hike & Bekaa Wine Tour | Kefraya & Ksara: $150
- Discover Wine Tasting Lebanese Tour Experience: $170
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Guangzhou 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 65% larger than the population of Beirut. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Guangzhou, 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 Beirut or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beirut or Guangzhou in the Summer?
Both Guangzhou and Beirut during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Guangzhou, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Beirut usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Guangzhou in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Guangzhou. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Beirut is around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the winter, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun.
Beirut receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Guangzhou in the Spring?
Both Guangzhou and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year.
In April, Beirut is generally cooler than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.