Which place is cheaper, Lima or Hiroshima?
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 Hiroshima or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hiroshima and Lima 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: Hiroshima or Lima?
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHiroshima $126Lima $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Hiroshima is $126, while the average daily cost in Lima is $95. 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 Hiroshima and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHiroshima $67Lima $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHiroshima $134Lima $104
Compare Hotels in Hiroshima and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Hiroshima or Lima? 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: Hiroshima Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hiroshima $10Lima $6.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima City: $128
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hiroshima City to Hiroshima Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $164
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $182
- Hiroshima City: Private Transfer to/from Hiroshima Airport: $189
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $244
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $272
- Private Transfer Hiroshima Airport: $292
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Short Taxi Ride$4.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Direct Private Transfer From Lima to Paracas, English Speaking Driver: $269
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $263
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport to Lima: $59
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Lima Airport (LIM) to Miraflores - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima J Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima Airport Transfers by SUV/Van: $43
- Assistance - Transfer Cusco Airport to Hotel & Viceversa: $40
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Private Lima Airport Transfer - Minivan 24hrs: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Hiroshima or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Hiroshima 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 dayHiroshima $52Lima $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima Night Walk & Traditional Okonomiyaki Dinner Tour: $52
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class with a Local Chef: $59
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $100
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $105
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Hiroshima with Machiko's Family: $108
- Hiroshima Peace Bicycle Tour and Okonomiyaki Dinner: $113
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $182
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $221
- Private Nature, History, and Food Tour: $629
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.59
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Ice cream$3.73
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Coffee$3.15
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Donut$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hiroshima $5.58Lima $9.15
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $6.76
- LAGOON Nightclub Admission Ticket(For Foreign): $6.76
- Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket: $12
- HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER Admission Ticket: $16
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $20
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $21
- Hiroshima and Peace Park Private guided Tour: $22
- Peace Memorial Park Guided Walking Tour: $22
- Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome Tour: $23
- Hiroshima Peace Walking Tour with Expert Guide: $23
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park: A Guided Tour: $24
- Kumano Brush Factory Tour and Brush-Making Experience: $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$17
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Movie Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHiroshima $12Lima $5.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Hiroshima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hiroshima:
- Visit behind the Scenes: Hiroshima Saijo Sake Brewery Tour: $124
- Half-Day Saijo Tour Sake Tasting and Brewery Tour in Hiroshima: $131
- Private Goma Fire Ritual, Lunch & Sake Brewery Visits : $200
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.71
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Beer$4.30
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Cocktail$3.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hiroshima and Lima, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hiroshima is in Asia and Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima than you might in Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hiroshima Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hiroshima or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Hiroshima and Lima, 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 Hiroshima or Lima?
Hiroshima has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hiroshima or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Hiroshima during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hiroshima this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Hiroshima is a little warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Hiroshima averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In the summer, Hiroshima often gets more sunshine than Lima. Hiroshima gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hiroshima. Hiroshima usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Hiroshima gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHiroshima 26°C (79°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hiroshima and Lima. Many travelers come to Hiroshima for the shopping scene. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Hiroshima is around the same temperature as Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hiroshima in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Hiroshima usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Hiroshima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Hiroshima usually receives more rain than Lima. Hiroshima gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHiroshima 17°C (63°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hiroshima as well as Lima. Many visitors come to Hiroshima in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Hiroshima can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Hiroshima is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Hiroshima average around 4°C (40°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Hiroshima often gets less sunshine than Lima. Hiroshima gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Hiroshima usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Hiroshima gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHiroshima 4°C (40°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Hiroshima are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Hiroshima is much colder than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Hiroshima averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Hiroshima usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lima during spring. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. In April, Hiroshima usually receives more rain than Lima. Hiroshima gets 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHiroshima 14°C (56°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Hiroshima
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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