Which place is cheaper, Hobart or Guilin?
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 Guilin 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 Guilin and Hobart can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Hobart?
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best Walking Tours in Australia, and The Best Eco Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $84Hobart $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $84, while the average daily cost in Hobart is $156. 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 Guilin and Hobart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Hobart $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Hobart $154
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Hobart
Looking for a hotel in Guilin 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.Guilin $5.85Hobart $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from/to Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $387
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Hongjiang: $267
- Private Transfer: Guilin to/from Zhangjiajie/Fenghuang: $256
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Longji terraces: $168
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Transfer from Haikou (HAK) airport to/from Sanya hotel: $120
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $120
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- 2-hours Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat Tour with the Round-way Private Transfers: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hobart
Also for Hobart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $152
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $152
- Grand Cayman Shared Airport Transfer: $40
- Hobart Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Hobart City: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Hobart?
Prices for flights to both Hobart and Guilin 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 dayGuilin $39Hobart $49
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
- Countryside Cycling 1-day Tour with Cooking Class: $306
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Hobart $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village: $209
- 1 Day Congjiang Ethnic Dong Village Private Tour from Guilin: $219
- 1 Day Guilin Sanjiang Tour to Dong Villages: $169
- 1 Day Guilin Tour: Village Visit, Waterfall Viewing, Hiking: $230
- 1 Day Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Biking Adventure: $72
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide: $209
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $209
- 1 Day Private Cruise Tour at Li River from Guilin with Biking: $198
- 1 Day Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Village Tour: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $172
- 1 Day Relaxing Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Private Tour: $205
Tours and Activities in Hobart
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hobart.
- Admission Ticket to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary: $23
- Morning River Cruise: $23
- 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket: $30
- From Mt Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hour Small Group Tour: $36
- 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $36
- 3-Hour City Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Mt Wellington Ultimate Afternoon Tour: $40
- Historic Lunch Cruise: $43
- Mount Wellington and Hobart Sightseeing Combo Ticket: $53
- Rum and Beer Tour with Lunch: $65
- nipaluna Half-Day Highlights Tour: $65
- Historic Richmond Village Half-Day Coach Tour: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.81Hobart $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart
Also in Hobart, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cascade Brewery Historic Tour: $16
- Cascade Brewery Experience: $26
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania: $145
- Moorilla's Big Day Out at Mona - Wine Tasting and Lunch: $165
- Tasmania: Private Distillers Reserve Distillery Tour: $224
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Hobart, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guilin 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 Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Hobart Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guilin or Hobart?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hobart. When comparing the sizes of Guilin 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 Guilin 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 Guilin has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Guilin or Hobart in the Summer?
Both Hobart and Guilin 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, Guilin is much warmer than Hobart. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guilin in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Hobart averages at about 17°C (63°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guilin. Guilin usually gets more rain in July than Hobartin January. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 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 JanuaryGuilin 30°C (86°F)Hobart 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Hobart in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Hobart. Also, most visitors come to Hobart for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Guilin is generally much warmer than Hobartin April. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 23°C (73°F), and Hobart fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In October, Guilin usually receives more rain than Hobartin April. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 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 AprilGuilin 23°C (73°F)Hobart 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Hobart in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Hobart. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Hobart because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guilin is a little warmer than Hobart in the winter. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Hobart fluctuates around 9°C (47°F)in July.
Guilin usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Hobartin July. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 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 JulyGuilin 10°C (49°F)Hobart 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Hobart in the Spring?
Both Hobart and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Guilin is much warmer than Hobart. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guilin in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Hobart averages at about 13°C (55°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Guilin. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Hobartin October. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 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 OctoberGuilin 20°C (68°F)Hobart 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Hobart and Guilin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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