A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Singapore vs. Shenyang for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Singapore or Shenyang?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Singapore or Shenyang? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Singapore or Shenyang?

Singapore

Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.

Shenyang

Shenyang, China is the capital, and largest, city in the Liaoning Province in northwest China which borders North Korea. Shenyang has a long, imperial, history and is the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. The city has a blend of beautifully preserved architecture and modern buildings, creating a pleasant atmosphere for exploring!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Shenyang or Singapore?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Singapore is $179, while the average daily cost in Shenyang is $85. 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 Singapore and Shenyang in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Singapore $101
    Shenyang $41
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Singapore $202
    Shenyang $82
Compare Hotels in Singapore and Shenyang

Looking for a hotel in Singapore or Shenyang? 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 Singapore


Hotels in Shenyang


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Singapore $11
    Shenyang $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore

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


  • Taxi to Airport
    $25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:

  • Universal Studios 1-Day Pass with 1-Way Transfer: $86
  • Try find better than us! Airport Transfer service in Singapore HTL-APT (SIN): $39
  • Transfer to Zoo/Night Safari/Bird Paradise/Rainforest Asia: $234
  • Small Group Full Day Singapore City Tour with Roundtrip Transfers: $280
  • Universal Studios Entry Ticket & Hotel Transfer: $170
  • SIN Private Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet: $44
  • Night Safari with Tram Ride and Private Transfer: $136
  • Night Safari Ticket, Tram Ride, & Return Transfer: $97
  • Marina Bay Sands & Gardens By The Bay & Transfer: $153
  • Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Transfer: $45
  • Cruise Terminal to City Private Transfer: $40
  • City Transfer to Airport/Seaport Terminal: $54

Is it cheaper to fly into Singapore or Shenyang?

Prices for flights to both Shenyang and Singapore 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
    Singapore $50
    Shenyang $32
Typical Food Prices in Singapore

Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $4.75
  • Sugarcane Juice
    $1.56

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore

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

  • Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $49
  • Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $54
  • Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $55
  • Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker: $58
  • Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour: $60
  • Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide: $61
  • Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour: $68
  • Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide: $69
  • Guided Street Food Tour at Night: $70
  • Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $70
  • Hawker Culture Food Tour and Sightseeing: $75
  • Eat and Snap in Chinatown Walking Food Tour: $76

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Singapore $34
    Shenyang $7.81

Tours and Activities in Singapore

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:

  • Marina Bay Sands SkyPark for Observation Deck Ticket singapore: $40
  • Private Singapore Tour: Bus and Car Transportation: $200
  • Singapore Early Migrants Tour: $140
  • Singapore River Cruise Tour Ticket Pass: $29
  • #16Hrs Melaka Highlights Van Tour from Singapore w' Tour Guide: $143
  • (Small Group) Night Wonders of Cruise & Light Shows: $79
  • (Small Group) Starry Night Singapore Sentosa Tour : $119
  • 1-way Singapore hotel pickup (Batam private tour guests only): $120
  • 2 Pax Bundle Singapore River Cruise and Stunning Light Shows: $70
  • 3 Hour Private Sunset Tour in Singapore: $256
  • 3h Chinatown, Little India,Arab Street SPANISH Walking Tour: $82
  • 3h Historical Civic District & Marina Bay Walking Tour: $69

Tours and Activities in Shenyang

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

  • Shenyang to Dandong: China North-eastern Border Day Tour: $350

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Singapore $28
    Shenyang $5.91

Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore

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

  • Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $30
  • Singapore Pub Crawl: $36
  • Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $39
  • Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket: $41
  • LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $77
  • LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package: $193


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Singapore and Shenyang, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. And not only is Shenyang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Shenyang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Shenyang 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore than you might in Shenyang.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Singapore Expensive? and Is Shenyang Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Singapore or Shenyang?

Singapore has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Shenyang. When comparing the sizes of Singapore and Shenyang, 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.