Which place is cheaper, Kamakura or Guangzhou?
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 Guangzhou or Kamakura?
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 Kamakura can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Kamakura?
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.
Kamakura
An old city center of medieval Japan, Kamakura sits today on the seaside just south of Tokyo. Due to its early beginnings, the city is dotted with Buddhist Zen temples and Shinto shrines. It has become a prominent resort town drawing visitors with its many historic landmarks as well as nearby beaches.
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 Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $104Kamakura $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $104, while the average daily cost in Kamakura is $123. 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 Kamakura in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $58Kamakura $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $116Kamakura $156
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Kamakura
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Kamakura? 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: Kamakura Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Kamakura $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Guangzhou Airport: Private Transfer to/from Guangzhou: $24
- Guangzhou private airport transfer: $27
- [Airport transfer] Guangzhou Airport - Guangzhou city transfer service with a good reputation! <Private charter: $27
- Guangzhou : Private One-Way Transfers to/from Baiyun Airport(CAN): $30
- Guangzhou Airport & Train Station Private Transfer English Driver: $32
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou hotel to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport: $33
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou hotel: $33
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Arrival Private Transfer: $37
- Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $37
- Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus Private Transfer Service: $38
- Guangzhou Private Intercity Transfer Shenzhen, Dongguan and More: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Kamakura?
Prices for flights to both Kamakura 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 $34Kamakura $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kamakura
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kamakura.
- Sushi Roll Bento Cooking Class: $59
- Community Dinner with Locals: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Kamakura $5.79
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou：New Cultural Landmark Ticket -Explore Tang Style: $2.56
- 2,000-Year-Old Wonder-Nanyue King’s Tomb Ticket: $3.18
- Reputable Private Guangzhou Tour Guide Service by Xaq: $5.00
- Cantonese Heritage Tour with Key Cultural Stops: $6.72
- Discover Private Tour of Culture, Food & Pearl River: $6.99
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Private Guangzhou Tour with Comfortable Transportation: $16
- Lychee Bay River Cruise: $24
- Grandview Museum of Nature Science Ticket: $25
- Pick Up Service and Tour for Canton Culture and Food: $26
- Roundtrip Cruise Night View from Canton Tower: $30
- Chen Clan Academy In-Depth 2-Hour Guided Tour: $31
Tours and Activities in Kamakura
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kamakura are as follows:
- Ofuna Kannon Temple and Japanese Sweets Tour: $27
- Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience in Kamakura: $37
- Walking Tour through the City of Samurai: $44
- Kamakura; First Samurai Capital walking tour: $47
- Tsurugaoka Hachimangu & Komachi Street Tour: $51
- Kamakura (Ofuna) : Ramen Crawl Tour with a Local Guide: $51
- Visit Daibutsu and shopping experience: $52
- Private History and Heritage Tour by Rickshaw: $54
- Night Izakaya Bar Hopping Tour: $57
- Half day Walking tour & Japanese sweets: $57
- Kamakura:Largest Wooden Buddha, Temples, Cultural Experience: $67
- Kamakura and Historic Sites Guided Tour: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Kamakura $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guangzhou and Kamakura, we can see that Kamakura is more expensive. And not only is Guangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Kamakura would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kamakura 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 Kamakura Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Kamakura?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kamakura. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Kamakura, 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 Kamakura?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kamakura in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Kamakura. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Kamakura because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Guangzhou is a little warmer than Kamakura in the summer. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Kamakura fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In Guangzhou, it's very sunny this time of the year. Guangzhou usually receives more sunshine than Kamakura during summer. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Kamakura receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Kamakura receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Kamakura receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Kamakura 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kamakura in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Kamakura. Additionally, the hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Kamakura this time of year.
In the autumn, Guangzhou is a little warmer than Kamakura. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guangzhou in October average around 25°C (76°F), and Kamakura averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In the autumn, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kamakura receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Kamakura. Guangzhou usually gets less rain in October than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Kamakura receives 177 mm (7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Kamakura 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kamakura in the Winter?
Both Kamakura and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Kamakura for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Kamakura. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 14°C (58°F), and Kamakura fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Kamakura during winter. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Kamakura receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Kamakura receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Kamakura 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kamakura in the Spring?
Both Kamakura and Guangzhou during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Kamakura in the spring for the beaches.
Guangzhou is much warmer than Kamakura in the spring. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Kamakura fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kamakura receives 161 hours of full sun.
Kamakura gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in April than Kamakura. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Kamakura receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Kamakura 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kamakura and Guangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 218 mm (8.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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