A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Taipei vs. Toronto for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Taipei or Toronto?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Taipei and Toronto. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Taipei or Toronto?

Taipei

Few cities in the world are full of more diverse opportunities than the cultural crosshairs city of Taipei. As the capital of Taiwan, this 300-year-old city is the financial, cultural and governmental center of Taiwan. Located in the northern part of the island between the Yangming Mountains and Central Mountains, this city of 2.6 million people is always ready to welcome more visitors.

Toronto

The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Taiwan, The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.


Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Taipei?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Taipei is $182, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $205. 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 Taipei and Toronto in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Taipei $146
    Toronto $86
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Taipei $292
    Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Taipei and Toronto

Looking for a hotel in Taipei or Toronto? 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 Taipei


Hotels in Toronto


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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: Taipei Hotel Prices and Toronto Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Taipei $10
    Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Taipei

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


  • Easycard
    $2.01
  • Easycard
    $9.29

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taipei

Also for Taipei, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • [Chinese driver charter sedan] 1 to 4 people ☆ Taoyuan Airport ⇔ Taipei City Hotel Airport Transfer [one way]: $53
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Taipei HTL-APT (TSA): $28
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Taipei APT-HTL (TSA): $28
  • Taoyuan airport to Yilan Private Transfer: $115
  • Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Taoyuan/Taipei hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
  • Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Keelung Cruise Port - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $116
  • Taoyuan Airport (TPE) Return Bus Transfer: $8.68
  • Taipei Taoyuan Airport TPE to Beitou New Taipei Arrival Transfer: $77
  • Taipei Private Transfer: Keelung Cruise Port to Hotel: $85
  • Taipei Departure Private Transfer: Hotel to Taoyuan International Airport: $55
  • Taipei Arrival Private Transfer: Taoyuan International Airport to Hotel: $55
  • Private Transfer:Taoyuan International Airport to Hotel: $40

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:


  • Airport Shuttle
    $27
  • Train: 2 Day Passes
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto

Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer in Private Minivan from Toronto City to Toronto Pearson Airport: $71
  • Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara on the Lake,Canada: $179
  • Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara Falls, Canada: $178
  • Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara-on-the-Lake,Canada: $161
  • Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls, Canada: $160
  • Transfer Private Vehicle from Toronto Pearson Airport to Niagara Falls (Ontario): $145
  • Transfer Private Minivan from Toronto Pearson Airport to Niagara Falls (Ontario): $159
  • Shuttle Transfer Between Downtown and Niagara Falls: $111
  • Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $158
  • Private Transfer for 1-10 Passengers to Downtown: $176
  • Niagara Falls Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Transfer: $75
  • Express Train Transfer to/from Pearson Airport: $9.03

Is it cheaper to fly into Taipei or Toronto?

Prices for flights to both Toronto and Taipei 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
    Taipei $16
    Toronto $66
Typical Food Prices in Taipei

For Taipei, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • EasyCard
    $15
  • Lunch at The Can
    $6.81
  • EasyCard
    $31
  • Lunch
    $2.94
  • Lunch
    $1.86
  • Dinner
    $6.19
  • Lunch
    $3.56
  • Lunch
    $4.65
  • Louisa coffee
    $2.94

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Taipei

For Taipei, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Historic Night Market Food Tour with Tastings: $45
  • Ximending Vegan Food Tour Snack, Dessert & Main!: $46
  • Taipei Food Tour: Yongkang Street for Foodies: $58
  • Yansan Night Market Food Tour: $62
  • Turnip cake, Pork thick soup, Tofu pudding. Taiwan Traditional Light Meals Experience-C (Taipei Cooking Class): $65
  • Taipei Food Tour and Colorful Bubble Tea Making: $65
  • Xiao Long Bao, Pork thick soup, Bubble milk tea. Taiwan Traditional Light Meals Experience-B (Taipei Cooking Class): $65
  • Taipei Food Tour and Colorful Bubble Tea Making: $70
  • Pineapple Pastry with Egg Yolk, Longan Cake, High Mountain Oolong Tea. Taiwan Traditional Dessert Experience-D (Taipei Cooking Class): $70
  • Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $74
  • Backstreet Food Tour: Food, Culture, and Fun: $75
  • Xiao Long Bao, Chicken vermicelli with mushroom and sesame oil, Tofu strips salad, Bubble milk tea. Taiwan Traditional Delicacies Experience-A (Taipei Cooking Class): $77

Typical Food Prices in Toronto

For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two
    $23
  • Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)
    $56

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto

For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • E-Scooter Food Tour Toronto: $45
  • Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
  • Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
  • 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $73
  • Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
  • Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
  • Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
  • Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
  • Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
  • Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
  • Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $93
  • Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $109

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Taipei $17
    Toronto $31

Tours and Activities in Taipei

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

  • 9 Hour Northeast Coast Bay View Tour in Yilan : $58
  • One-Day Historical and Heritage Tour in Taipei : $47
  • 1 Day Tour Northern Taiwan Coast Tour: $200
  • 1-day Tour to Sun Moon Lake from Taipei by High Speed Rail : $250
  • 2 Days Sun Moon Lake & Lukang Historic Area Tour: $232
  • 2-Day Private Tour to Sun Moon Lake and Mount Hehuan: $195
  • 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Beitou, Taiwan: $55
  • 2-Hour Private Ximending Area Walking Tour: $35
  • 2-Hour Vegetarian Private Walking Tour - S.Y.S. Memorial Hall & 44 South Village: $58
  • 2-Hour Vegetarian Private Walking Tour - Xingtian Temple: $55
  • 3-hour Vegetarian Private Walking Tour - Songshan distric & taste lotus hot pot: $77
  • 3.5 hours Taipei City Tour (morning or afternoon ) : $44

Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Art Gallery of Ontario for Two
    $15
  • CN Tower at night for Two
    $36
  • Harbour Dinner Cruise
    $26
  • Bata Shoe Museum (2)
    $7.32

Tours and Activities in Toronto

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

  • 1 Hour Private Photoshoot Experience in Toronto: $74
  • 1-Hour Private Guided Photography Tour in Toronto: $186
  • 1-Hour Toronto Harbour Tour with Live Narration: $25
  • 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $200
  • 2 Hour Toronto City Tour: $48
  • 2 Hour Toronto City Tour with Optional Boat: $39
  • 3-day Eastern Canada Tour from Toronto: $259
  • 6 Hours Day Tour in Toronto to Niagara Falls: $109
  • 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
  • 7-Minute Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $111
  • Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $34
  • Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $139

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Taipei $18
    Toronto $22

Sample the Local Flavors in Taipei

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

  • Taipei Nightlife: Taipei Pub Crawls (2 Different Routes): $30
  • Private Tour to Yilan Kavalan Whisky Distillery: $130
  • Private Tour Yilan Kavalan Whisky Distillery from Taipei : $207

Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:

  • Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.07
  • Finest Whisky Exploration Game in Toronto Distillery District: $8.20
  • Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
  • Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour: $21
  • Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
  • Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
  • 30-Minute Distillery District Segway Tour in Toronto: $36
  • Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $36
  • Toronto : Distillery & Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $38
  • Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
  • Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
  • Pub Crawl Toronto: $39


When comparing the travel costs between Taipei and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Taipei is in Asia and Toronto is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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


Which is Bigger, Taipei or Toronto?

Taipei has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Toronto. When comparing the sizes of Taipei and Toronto, 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.