Which place is cheaper, Matsue or Hangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Hangzhou and Matsue. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
Matsue, Japan is located on the scenic shores of Lake Shinji in the Shimane Prefecture. Matsue is the capital city of the prefecture and is known as the water city due to being located between Lake Shinji, Lake Nakaumi, and the Sea of Japan. This historically rich city is famous for being a laid back samurai village with stunning sunsets and traditional confectioneries.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hangzhou is $80, while the average daily cost in Matsue is $88. 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 Hangzhou and Matsue in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Matsue:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Matsue for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When comparing the travel costs between Hangzhou and Matsue, we can see that Matsue is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hangzhou Expensive? and Is Matsue Expensive?.
Hangzhou has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Matsue. When comparing the sizes of Hangzhou and Matsue, 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.
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.
Both Matsue and Hangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Matsue because of the family-friendly experiences.
Hangzhou is a little warmer than Matsue in the summer. The daily temperature in Hangzhou averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Matsue fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Matsue. It's quite rainy in Hangzhou. In July, Hangzhou usually receives less rain than Matsue. Hangzhou gets 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 268 mm (10.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Matsue and Hangzhou during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Matsue this time of year.
In the autumn, Hangzhou is a little warmer than Matsue. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hangzhou in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Matsue averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Matsue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hangzhou usually gets less rain in October than Matsue. Hangzhou gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hangzhou and Matsue. Also, many travelers come to Matsue for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Matsue. It's quite cold in Hangzhou in the winter. In January, Hangzhou is generally a little warmer than Matsue. Daily temperatures in Hangzhou average around 5°C (41°F), and Matsue fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Matsue receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Hangzhou usually receives less rain than Matsue. Hangzhou gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Hangzhou as well as Matsue. Also, many visitors come to Matsue in the spring for the natural beauty.
Hangzhou is a little warmer than Matsue in the spring. The daily temperature in Hangzhou averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Matsue fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite rainy in Matsue. Hangzhou receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hangzhou usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Matsue. Hangzhou gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hangzhou | Matsue | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |