Which place is cheaper, Hobart or Guangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guangzhou or Hobart?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Guangzhou and Hobart can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Hobart?
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.
Hobart
Hobart is the capital city of the Australian island state of Tasmania. It is small compared to the mainland's larger cities and has a cooler climate with four distinct seasons. Hobart is also the second oldest capital, behind Sydney, with remnants of its past visible in old sandstone warehouses now home to cafes and galleries, as well as a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $89Hobart $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $89, while the average daily cost in Hobart is $134. 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 Guangzhou and Hobart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $57Hobart $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $114Hobart $152
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Hobart
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Hobart? 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: Hobart Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Hobart $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Pearl River Night Cruise with Private Transfers in Guangzhou: $129
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $120
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Private Guided Guangzhou Pearl River Cruise Tour With Hotel Transfer: $109
- Zhuhai City Private Arrival Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport : $108
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou and Shenzhen City Area: $104
- Private Arrival Transfer in English-speaking: Airport to Hotel: $99
- Guangzhou Night Pearl River Cruise VIP Seating with Private Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $88
- Guangzhou Private Transfer from Guangzhou central to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): $86
- Guangzhou Private Transfer from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou: $86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hobart
Also for Hobart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Grand Cayman Shared Airport Transfer: $22
- Hobart Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Hobart City: $13
- Hobart to Hobart Int Airport (HBA) - Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Port Arthur Return Transfer, mimimum 4 passengers : $218
- Private Transfer from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Arthur Cruise Port: $50
- Private Transfer from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Hobart Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Hobart City Hotels to Arthur Cruise Port : $50
- Private Transfer from Hobart City Hotels to Hobart Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Hobart Cruise Port to Hobart city hotels: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Hobart?
Prices for flights to both Hobart and Guangzhou 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 dayGuangzhou $19Hobart $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou Night View Cruise Tour with Dinner: $90
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- 3-Hour Guangzhou Private Cooking Class with Local Market Visit : $165
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Yumcha and Local Food Market Explore: $180
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Hobart $23
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Liuxihe National Forest Park Private Day Tour from Guangzhou: $266
- Private Tour of Foshan: The Ancestral Temple and Other Options from Guangzhou : $167
- 1 Day Historical Guangzhou Layover Tour from Airport: $260
- 4 Hours Half Day Guangzhou Airport Layover Visa-Free Private Tour: $180
- 4-Hour Baiyun Mountain Yuntai Garden Private Guangzhou City Tour: $180
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- AAAAA Top National Natural Preserve Dinghu Mountain Private Tour: $300
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Lotus Hill and Shawan Old Town from Guangzhou: $229
- Ancient Foshan Day Tour from Guangzhou: $201
- Best of Guangzhou City Sightseeing: $110
- Big Buddha Mountain Martial Art Culture Countryside Private Tour: $220
Tours and Activities in Hobart
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hobart.
- Hobart Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $18
- Admission Ticket to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary: $22
- Hobart Urban Guided Walking Tour: $25
- Art and History Trail Walking Tour in Tasmania: $25
- 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket: $26
- Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $26
- Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour: $29
- 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $33
- 3-Hour City Sightseeing Tour by Tram: $36
- Historic Lunch Cruise: $36
- Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Hobart $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart
Also in Hobart, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tasmanian Premium Wine Tour with Tasmanian Cheese Platter: $135
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania: $144
- 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania: $182
- From Drink Tasmania Whisky Distillery Tour: $195
- Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour: $197
- Whisky Distillery Tours and Tastings - Hobart/SE Tasmania: $229
- Tasmanian Tipples: Hobart Distillery Discovery Tours: $229
- 6 Hour Distillery Guided Tours in Tasmania with Lunch and Tasting: $231
- Whisky Distillery Tours and Tastings in Hobart and SE Tasmania: $231
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guangzhou and Hobart, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Guangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guangzhou is in Asia and Hobart is in Pacific, 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 Guangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guangzhou 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 Hobart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hobart than you might in Guangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guangzhou Expensive? and Is Hobart Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Hobart?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Hobart. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Hobart, 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 Guangzhou or Hobart?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Hobart is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Guangzhou has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Guangzhou or Hobart in the Summer?
Both Hobart and Guangzhou during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Hobart in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Guangzhou is much warmer than Hobart. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guangzhou in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Hobart averages at about 17°C (63°F)in January.
In Hobart, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Guangzhou. In the summer, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Hobartin January. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hobart receives 259 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in July than Hobartin January. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Hobart 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Hobart in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Hobart. Also, most visitors come to Hobart for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Hobartin April. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 25°C (76°F), and Hobart fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Guangzhou usually receives more sunshine than Hobart during autumn. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Hobart receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Hobartin April. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Hobart 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Hobart in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Hobart. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Hobart because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guangzhou is much warmer than Hobart in the winter. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 14°C (58°F) in January, and Hobart fluctuates around 9°C (47°F)in July.
In the winter, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Hobartin July. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hobart receives 152 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou usually gets less rain in January than Hobartin July. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Hobart 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Hobart in the Spring?
Both Hobart and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Guangzhou is much warmer than Hobart. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guangzhou in April average around 22°C (72°F), and Hobart averages at about 13°C (55°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Hobart. Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Hobart during spring. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies, while Hobart receives 209 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. In April, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Hobartin October. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Hobart 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Hobart and Guangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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