Which place is cheaper, Kobe or Guangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guangzhou or Kobe?
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 Kobe can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Kobe?
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.
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
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 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $89Kobe $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $89, while the average daily cost in Kobe is $103. 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 Kobe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $57Kobe $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $114Kobe $120
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Kobe
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Kobe? 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: Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Kobe $13
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 Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arima Onsen Resorts to Osaka Airport (ITM) Departure Transfer: $55
- Arima-Onsen Resort to Osaka Kansai Airport KIX-Departure Transfer: $133
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Van: $163
- Departure Private Transfers from Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Car: $132
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kobe: $183
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kobe: $240
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $163
- Osaka (Itami) Airport to/from Kobe City Private Transfer: $107
- Osaka Kansai Airport to/from Kobe City Private Transfer: $164
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kobe Airport to Kobe City: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Kobe?
Prices for flights to both Kobe 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 $19Kobe $30
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $207
- One day in Kobe with beef dinner =standard=: $272
- One day in Kobe with beef dinner =premium=: $297
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Kobe $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 Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- Kobe Urban Aquarium AQUARIUM×ART átoa Admission Ticket: $16
- Mt Rokko night view & Arima Onsen & Sanda Outlet Tour: $57
- Private Tour - Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible: $70
- Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible): $71
- Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host: $78
- KOBE Sake Walking Tour in Japan's Top Sake Breweries: $83
- Sake Tour and Tasting in Kobe: $84
- Kobe Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $90
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour: $92
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City: $94
- Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $94
- KOBE, SHIOYA, a quaint fishing town walking tour : $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Kobe $8.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- 3-hour KOBE Sake brewery & tasting walking tour with guide: $83
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $85
- Nada Sake Brewery District Private Walking Tour: $133
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guangzhou and Kobe, we can see that Kobe 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 Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe 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 Kobe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Kobe?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kobe. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Kobe, 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 Kobe?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kobe in the Summer?
Both Kobe and Guangzhou during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Kobe for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Guangzhou is generally around the same temperature as Kobe. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 29°C (84°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Guangzhou. In the summer, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Kobe. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 183 hours of full sun.
Kobe 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 July than Kobe. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Kobe 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kobe in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Kobe. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Kobe because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Guangzhou is a little warmer than Kobe in the autumn. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 25°C (76°F) in October, and Kobe fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
Guangzhou usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during autumn. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kobe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Kobe. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Kobe 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kobe in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Kobe. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Kobe this time of year.
In the winter, Guangzhou is much warmer than Kobe. Typically, the winter temperatures in Guangzhou in January average around 14°C (58°F), and Kobe averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In the winter, Guangzhou often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kobe. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 140 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Kobe. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Kobe 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Kobe in the Spring?
Both Kobe and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Kobe for the activities around the city.
In April, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 22°C (72°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Kobe during spring. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. In April, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Kobe. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Kobe 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kobe and Guangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
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