Which place is cheaper, Nanjing or Hue?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Nanjing 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.
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $48, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $96. 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 Hue and Nanjing in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing is more expensive. And not only is Hue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hue 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 Nanjing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanjing than you might in Hue.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Nanjing Expensive?.
Nanjing has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Hue and Nanjing, 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.
Nanjing has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hue experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Nanjing. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
In July, Hue is generally around the same temperature as Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 29°C (85°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Nanjing receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Hue usually receives less rain than Nanjing. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer. March to August in Hue is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Hue.
The autumn brings many poeple to Hue as well as Nanjing. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Hue is a little warmer than Nanjing in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Nanjing fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Hue receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hue usually gets more rain in October than Nanjing. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December in Hue is the rainy season.
Both Nanjing and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
The weather in Nanjing can be very cold. In the winter, Hue is much warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hue in January average around 22°C (71°F), and Nanjing averages at about 3°C (37°F).
It's quite rainy in Hue. In January, Hue usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Hue is March to August.
Both Nanjing and Hue during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Hue is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 26°C (80°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Nanjing gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hue usually gets less rain in April than Nanjing. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hue | Nanjing | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |