A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hanoi vs. Taipei for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hanoi or Taipei?

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 Taipei 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 Taipei?

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.

Taipei

Few cities in the world are full of more diverse opportunities than the cultural crosshairs city of Taipei. As the capital of Taiwan, this 300-year-old city is the financial, cultural and governmental center of Taiwan. Located in the northern part of the island between the Yangming Mountains and Central Mountains, this city of 2.6 million people is always ready to welcome more visitors.

Which place is cheaper, Taipei or Hanoi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Taipei is $184. 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 Taipei in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hanoi $25
    Taipei $147
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hanoi $50
    Taipei $294
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Taipei

Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Taipei? 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.

Hotels in Hanoi


Hotels in Taipei


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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 Taipei Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hanoi $6.97
    Taipei $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:


  • Taxi to Bus Station
    $1.21
  • Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)
    $3.23
  • Local Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.40
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $1.37
  • Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)
    $0.81

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:

  • Wonderbay Luxury 1 Day Cruise from Hanoi with Expressway Transfer: $75
  • VIP LUXURY Sapa 2D1N -TRANSFER BY LUX LIMOUSINE CAR (Stay at 5* hotel): $189
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi HTL-APT (HAN): $14
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi APT-HTL (HAN): $14
  • Transfer between Hanoi and Sapa : $14
  • Transfer Hanoi to Halong Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
  • The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N Stay At 3* Hotel -Transfer by Sleep BUS : $159
  • The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N At 3 Star Hotel by sleeping BUS TRANSFER : $129
  • The Best 2D1N HALONG BAY- All Inclusive,Overnight on Boat By Expressway Transfer: $125
  • Symphony Cruise- Luxury Day Trip From Hanoi With Express Transfer: $105
  • Small Group Hoa Lu Tam Coc Day Tour with Limousine Transfer : $45
  • Small Group Halong Islands, Cave, Kayak. Seafood Lunch. EXPRESSWAY Transfer: $67

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Taipei

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Taipei:


  • Easycard
    $2.03
  • Easycard
    $9.39

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taipei

Also for Taipei, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport transfer_Taoyuan Airport to Taipei city_One way: $120
  • Beito to Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE)-Departure Transfer: $77
  • Bicycle transfer (Taipei - Hualien) 4 persons: $40
  • Bruns 9 seater, charter tour, business transfer, airport transfer, round-the-island charter tour: $299
  • Keelung Cruise Port to Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) - Departure Private Transfer: $58
  • Luxury Chartered Private Transfer Taoyuan Airport to Taipei City: $140
  • Private Transfer from Keelung Port to Taiwan Taoyuan Airport(TPE): $58
  • Private Transfer from Taipei Taoyuan Airport TPE to Taichung Port: $64
  • Private Transfer from Taipei Taoyuan Airport to Hualien Port: $94
  • Private Transfer from Taipei Taoyuan Airport(TPE) to Hualien Port: $104
  • Private Transfer from Taipei city hotels to Hualien Cruise Port: $94
  • Private Transfer from Taipei hotels to Hualien Cruise Port: $104

Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Taipei?

Prices for flights to both Taipei 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Hanoi $13
    Taipei $16
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:


  • High End Dinner (for Two)
    $12
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $4.44
  • Bowl of Pho
    $0.81
  • Italian Dinner (for Food)
    $6.26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.

  • Hanoi free food tour - Old Quarter food walking tour: $5.00
  • Hanoi Street Food Tour: $5.00
  • Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
  • Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.25
  • Hanoi food tour - Local street food walking tour: $19
  • Hanoi Best Local Food Tour Visit Train Street Old Quarter: $20
  • Local Food Tour & Train Street, food&guide included: $20
  • Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
  • Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $22
  • Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
  • Vietnamese Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $23
  • Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $24

Typical Food Prices in Taipei

For Taipei, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • EasyCard
    $16
  • Lunch at The Can
    $6.88
  • EasyCard
    $31
  • Lunch
    $2.97
  • Lunch
    $1.88
  • Dinner
    $6.26
  • Lunch
    $3.60
  • Lunch
    $4.69
  • Louisa coffee
    $2.97

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Taipei

For Taipei, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Taipei Food Tour: Historic Night Market Including Full Meal: $45
  • Ximending Vegan Food Tour Snack, Dessert & Main!: $47
  • Taipei at Night: Din Tai Fung Dinner & Raohe Street Night Market Guided Tour: $52
  • Taipei Food Tour: Yongkang Street for Foodies: $58
  • Taipei Food Tour: $58
  • Yansan Night Market Food Tour: $62
  • Taipei Food Tour and Colorful Bubble Tea Making: $65
  • Turnip cake, Pork thick soup, Tofu pudding. Taiwan Traditional Light Meals Experience-C (Taipei Cooking Class): $65
  • Xiao Long Bao, Pork thick soup, Bubble milk tea. Taiwan Traditional Light Meals Experience-B (Taipei Cooking Class): $65
  • Xiao long bao, Pork thick soup, Bubble milk tea. (Taiwan Cooking Class)-B : $65
  • Taipei Food Tour and Colorful Bubble Tea Making: $70
  • Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $75

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hanoi $8.60
    Taipei $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi

Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Puppet Theater
    $1.61
  • The Hanoi Hilton Entrance
    $1.61
  • National History Museum
    $1.61
  • Puppet Theater Ticket
    $2.83

Tours and Activities in Hanoi

Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 Day Trip in Wego Halong Cruise with Pick up: $55
  • 2 Day Oasis Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
  • 4 Hours and 30 Minutes Historical Hanoi Army Jeep Tour: $58
  • 5 Days Motorbike Tour in Ha Giang Loop From Hanoi: $265
  • All-Inclusive 2D/1N 5star Cruises: Meals-Kayak-Cave-Accommodation : $175
  • Beautiful Female Riders Vespa Red River Countryside Tour 5 Hours: $65
  • Full Day Tour To Trang An Complex & Bai Dinh Temple: $97
  • Full Day Tour in Hanoi City: $35
  • Group Jeep Tour Discover Hanoi : $58
  • Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch: $41
  • Ha Long Bay Day Tour by 5-Star Iris Luxury Cruise from Harbor: $75
  • Halong Bay Luxury Cruise Day Trip with Hercules From Hanoi:: $59

Tours and Activities in Taipei

For Taipei, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour: $1.00
  • Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour: $1.00
  • Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour: $1.00
  • Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Tour: $1.00
  • Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence Ticket: $3.13
  • Miramar Ferris Wheel Ticket: $6.25
  • Scavenger Hunt and City Exploration Self-Guided Tour: $8.91
  • Taipei Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Taipei Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.10
  • Taipei Makong Cable Car: Ticket & Combos: $10
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • National Palace Museum E-Ticket: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hanoi $7.78
    Taipei $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi

Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $106

Sample the Local Flavors in Taipei

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Taipei:

  • Taipei Nightlife: Taipei Pub Crawls (2 Different Options): $30


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Taipei, we can see that Taipei 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 Taipei would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Taipei 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 Taipei Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Taipei?

Taipei has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Taipei, 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.