Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Da Nang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Da Nang or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Da Nang or Guangzhou? 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: Da Nang or Guangzhou?
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
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 from Hanoi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, 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 dayDa Nang $47Guangzhou $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Da Nang is $47, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $90. 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 Da Nang and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDa Nang $20Guangzhou $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDa Nang $40Guangzhou $116
Compare Hotels in Da Nang and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Da Nang 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: Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Da Nang $12Guangzhou $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- My Son Holyland & Marble Mountains - PRIVATE TRANSFER: $56
- Afternoon private transfer from Danang city to the Golden Bridge : $44
- Arrival Transfer from Da Nang Airport to Hotel in Army Jeep: $91
- Ba Na Hills Day/Night Ticket With Round-trip Private Transfer: $80
- Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge: Private Transfer and Tour Guide: $50
- Best tours/transfer from to Bana hills and Golden Bridge: $32
- Coconut Jungle - Vegetable & Pottery Village- PRIVATE TRANSFER: $56
- Coconut Jungle- Basket Boat Ride- Hoi An City - PRIVATE TRANSFER: $66
- DA NANG AIRPORT To Da Nang Hotel by PRIVATE TRANSFER: $20
- DCAR Limousine to GOLDEN BRIDGE - Private Transfer ( 8-9 Hours): $89
- Da Nang Airport Arrival Or Departure Luxury Car Transfers: $7.62
- Da Nang Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou hotel: $33
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
- Guangzhou City to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Nan Railway Station: $38
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park and City Center: $38
- Private Guangzhou City Center Transfer to Baiyun International Airport : $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou City Area: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou City Center to South Railway Station: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Canton Fair Pazhou Complex: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou South Railway Station : $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Da Nang or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Da Nang 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 dayDa Nang $17Guangzhou $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Dragon bridge show and Da Nang local food tour: $4.23
- Coffee Making and Cooking Class: $17
- Da Nang Family Cooking Class - with Local Family in Da Nang: $23
- Da Nang Cooking: Market tour, farming, cooking and foot bath: $25
- Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang : $25
- Private Traditional Cooking Class and Pho with Local Girl : $29
- Da Nang Vegetarian Cooking Class: $29
- Cooking Class and Tasting Pho in Da Nang with Local Chef: $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang city: $29
- Cooking Class and tasting Pho with Local Girl: $30
- Explore Ba Na Hill, Golden Bridge in the sunset with dinner: $30
- Lantern making-Basket boat-Happy Cooking Class: $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Private Evening Food Tour with Pearl River Cruise: $110
- Private Guangzhou Evening Food Tour with Pearl River Night Cruise: $119
- World 8th Tallest Building (one of Best View point & dinner): $120
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $153
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Yumcha and Local Food Market Explore: $153
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $220
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Da Nang $14Guangzhou $18
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Vietnamese Tradition Combo Ao dai Coffee and Banh mi Private Tour: $2.93
- Da Nang Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.22
- Da Nang/Hoi An: My Son Sanctuary & Marble Mountain Tour: $4.23
- Hoi An: Marble Mountain & Monkey Mountain in Afternoon Tour: $4.23
- Sun World Asia Park Ticket: $5.78
- Han River Local Cruise by Night: $6.34
- Marble Mountains, Hoi An, and Coconut Forest Tour: $6.34
- Scenic Han River Night Cruise On My Xuan Cruise.: $6.35
- Han River Cruise & Cham Dancing by Phu Quy Cruise: $6.35
- Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour from Da Nang: $8.27
- Han River Tour - Da Nang Dragon Cruise: $8.46
- Da Nang Downtown Entry Ticket with Show: $9.10
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Reputable Private Guangzhou Tour Guide Service by Xaq: $5.00
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Roundtrip Cruise Night View from Canton Tower: $30
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- Private Tour for Canton Culture and Food with Airport Pick Up : $60
- Discovery more Guangzhou evening foodie tour with locals : $65
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $78
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
- Foodie Tour with a Guide: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDa Nang $9.55Guangzhou $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Da Nang
Also in Da Nang, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hai Van Pass Tour Son Tra/Marble Mountain & Rice Wine Distillery: $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Da Nang and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Da Nang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Da Nang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Da Nang 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 Da Nang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Da Nang Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Da Nang or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Da Nang 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 Da Nang or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Da Nang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Da Nang or Guangzhou in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Da Nang and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round.
In July, Da Nang is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Da Nang average around 29°C (85°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Guangzhou this time of the year. In Da Nang, it's very sunny this time of the year. Da Nang usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during summer. Da Nang gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun in the summer.
Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Da Nang usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. Also, August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDa Nang 29°C (85°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Da Nang as well as Guangzhou. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Da Nang is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Da Nang averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In the autumn, Da Nang often gets less sunshine than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun.
Da Nang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Da Nang usually gets more rain in October than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year. August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDa Nang 25°C (78°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Guangzhou in the Winter?
Both Guangzhou and Da Nang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.
In the winter, Da Nang is much warmer than Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Da Nang in January average around 22°C (71°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Da Nang usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Guangzhou during winter. Da Nang gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Da Nang. In January, Da Nang usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Da Nang is January to July.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDa Nang 22°C (71°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Guangzhou in the Spring?
Both Guangzhou and Da Nang during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Da Nang is generally a little warmer than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Da Nang average around 26°C (80°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Da Nang. In the spring, Da Nang often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Da Nang usually gets less rain in April than Guangzhou. Da Nang gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDa Nang 26°C (80°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Da Nang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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