Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Hue?
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 Hue or Tianjin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Tianjin 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: Hue or Tianjin?
Hue
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.
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cultural Tours in Vietnam, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHue $56Tianjin $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $56, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $92. 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 Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHue $22Tianjin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHue $44Tianjin $70
Compare Hotels in Hue and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Hue or Tianjin? 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: Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hue $12Tianjin $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.45
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Short Taxi Ride$0.83
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Full-Day Hue Tour by Military Jeep Including One-Way Transfer to Hoi An: $190
- Golden Bridge Trip with Guide, Lunch &transfer from Chan May Port: $159
- Private Transfer From Hue To Phong Nha: $135
- Hue to Hoi An Jeep Tour Private Transfer via Hai Van Pass 1 Way: $125
- Private transfer from Hue to Hoi An with fabulous stops: $125
- Hoi An: Hue Transfer stop An Bang Ghost town, Hai Van Pass: $122
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Golden Bridge: $114
- Private Transfer from Hue Phu Bai Airport (HUI) to Chan May Port: $101
- Private Transfer: Hoi An City Center - Hue City Center: $100
- Private car transfer from Hue to Da nang or Hoi An via Hai van Pass: $98
- Hue to Hoi An Private Transfer: Sightseeing with English Driver: $96
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service <Charter charter>: $13
- Tianjin Binhai Airport(TSN) to Tianjin - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Tianjin Cruise Port Private Transfer to Binhai Railway Station: $32
- Tianjin Railway Station Private Transfer to Cruise Port: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN): $39
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Hotel: $39
- Tianjin Airport (TSN) to Tianjin RoundTrip Private Transfer: $48
- Tianjin Cruise Port Transfer To Tianjin Airport one way private transfer: $50
- Private Tianjin Transfer to Xingang International Cruise Port from City Hotels: $60
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Port to Train Stations (Tianjin/Tanggu): $63
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port to Tianjin City Hotels: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Hue or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin and Hue 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 dayHue $25Tianjin $36
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.58
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.76
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.08
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $21
- Walking Street Food tour in Hue: $26
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue City: Cyclo, Market Tour & Cooking Class at Madam Thu: $27
- Eat Like a Local with a Local Hue Food Tour : $30
- Home Cooking Class and Dinner with Local Chef in Hue City: $31
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $31
- Hue : Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Guided Local Food Tour with Tastings: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hue $11Tianjin $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.39
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.06
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.03
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Bach Ma National Park Adventure Trekking Day Trip from Hue: $56
- Hoi An Guided Bus Tour via 4 Stops from Hue with entry ticket : $18
- 1 Day On 5-Star Halong Cruise With Highest Safety Equipments: $42
- 12 Hours Experience Different Hue: $179
- 2 Day Nature Tour in Tam Giang Lagoon & Bach Ma National Park: $245
- 2025 Journey to Paradise Cave — An Adventure's Paradise : $57
- 3,5-Hours Hue Imperial Walking Tour with Guide with Local Gifts: $28
- 3-Hour Hue Royal Palace Small Group Guided Walking Tour: $23
- 5-Star Ha Long & Lan Ha Day Cruise with Waterslide & Lunch: $98
- 6 Hours All Inclusive Hue Green Biking Private Tour: $98
- All Inclusive Deluxe Hue City Group Tour - Max 12 pax: $63
- Bach Ma National Park Day Trek Private Tour from Hue: $95
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Tianjin International Cruise Home Port to Beijing Airport/City Tr: $119
- Guided Day Tour to Tianjin Downtown with Lunch: $148
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $176
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Capital Airport With the English Speaking Driver: $187
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Tianjin Port-up To Beijing City Self-Guide Tour and Drop-off at Beijing Hotel: $192
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- Tianjin Shore Excursion: Huangyaguan Great Wall Private Day Tour: $214
- Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: $215
- Private Tianjin Shopping Tour: $218
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHue $5.49Tianjin $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$0.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin 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 Tianjin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tianjin 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 Tianjin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hue or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Hue and Tianjin, 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 Hue or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hue experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hue or Tianjin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hue as well as Tianjin. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Hue is around the same temperature as Tianjin. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hue in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Tianjin averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hue this time of the year. In the summer, Hue often gets more sunshine than Tianjin. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 224 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tianjin. Hue usually gets less rain in July than Tianjin. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, March to August in Hue is the dry season. September to December in Hue is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHue 29°C (85°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Hue or Tianjin in the Autumn?
Both Tianjin and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
In October, Hue is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 25°C (78°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. Hue usually receives less sunshine than Tianjin during autumn. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 227 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Hue. In October, Hue usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Hue is September to December.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHue 25°C (78°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Hue or Tianjin in the Winter?
Both Tianjin and Hue during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Tianjin can be very cold. Hue is much warmer than Tianjin in the winter. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Tianjin fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Hue often gets less sunshine than Tianjin. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 201 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually gets more rain in January than Tianjin. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year. March to August is the dry season in Hue.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHue 22°C (71°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Hue or Tianjin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
In the spring, Hue is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hue in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Tianjin averages at about 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. In Hue, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hue usually receives less sunshine than Tianjin during spring. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hue usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHue 26°C (80°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin and Hue
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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