Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Hongcun?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hongcun and Guangzhou 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.
When you picture ancient China, you likely picture old cobblestone streets, white homes with pointed black roofs and a slight air of mysticism in the surroundings. This is Hongcun.
The backdrop for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is not usually on the top of many traveler's lists. This isn't a bustling tourist town with guides offering to show you the sights or carts peddling the latest tacky souvenir. It's a quiet village where you'll see the real Chinese culture. The homes along the complex water canals air their fish in their windows to preserve it for their family dinners. There is no bowing to tourism here.
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hongcun is $52, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Hongcun and Guangzhou in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Hongcun or Guangzhou? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Hongcun are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hongcun are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hongcun and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Hongcun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hongcun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hongcun 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Hongcun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hongcun Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hongcun and Guangzhou.
In the summer, Hongcun is around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hongcun in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 29°C (84°F).
Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hongcun gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hongcun usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Hongcun gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Hongcun as well as Guangzhou.
In October, Hongcun is generally cooler than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Hongcun average around 19°C (65°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
Hongcun usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Guangzhou. Hongcun gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Guangzhou and Hongcun are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Hongcun can be very cold. Hongcun is much colder than Guangzhou in the winter. The daily temperature in Hongcun averages around 4°C (40°F) in January, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In January, Hongcun usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Hongcun gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Guangzhou and Hongcun during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Hongcun is cooler than Guangzhou. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hongcun in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 22°C (72°F).
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hongcun. Hongcun usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Guangzhou. Hongcun gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hongcun | Guangzhou | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
May | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |