Which place is cheaper, Tainan City or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Tainan City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Tainan City can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Tainan City?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Tainan City
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan was once the nation's capital during imperial times and is today famous for its temples and historic buildings which speak to this distant past. Additionally Tainan has become known for its lively night markets and fantastic snack foods available from a large concentrate of street vendors located throughout the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Taiwan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $49Tainan City $111
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Tainan City is $111. 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 Hanoi and Tainan City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Tainan City $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Tainan City $120
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Tainan City
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Tainan City? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices and Tainan City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $7.01Tainan City $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.22
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.25
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.41
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Short Taxi Ride$1.38
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Hanoi Private Departure Transfer: City Center Hotel to Airport: $8.00
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Private transfer between Hanoi Airport and Hanoi Old Quarter: $8.30
- Hanoi City Center to Noi Bai Airport - Private Transfer: $8.43
- Noi Bai International Airport Private Transfer: $8.46
- Noi Bai Airport Transfer Service: $8.54
- Bus Transfer Hanoi to Halong Bay and Vice Versa : $11
- Private Noi Bai International Airport Transfer: $11
- Private Car Ha Noi Airport Transfer : $12
- Ha Noi airport Arrival or Departure By Private car transfers: $12
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
- Noi Bai airport to Ha Noi city transfer by private car: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Tainan City?
Prices for flights to both Tainan City and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $13Tainan City $39
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$12
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.47
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Bowl of Pho$0.81
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.29
- Street Food Tour with Train Street and Old Quarter: $14
- Best Hanoi Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $18
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit Experience: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $21
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.65Tainan City $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.63
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.63
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National History Museum$1.63
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.84
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Vegan Street Food & Train Street Tour: $0.03
- Hanoi Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.21
- Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $4.90
- Private Walking City Tour in Hanoi : $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Skip the line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.83Tainan City $5.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $63
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Tainan City, we can see that Tainan City is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Tainan City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tainan City than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Tainan City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Tainan City?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 87% larger than the population of Tainan City. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Tainan City, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.