Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Tianjin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tianjin or Guilin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tianjin or Guilin? 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: Tianjin or Guilin?
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.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to China, and The Best Budget Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTianjin $76Guilin $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Tianjin is $76, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $67. 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 Tianjin and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTianjin $34Guilin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTianjin $68Guilin $68
Compare Hotels in Tianjin and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Tianjin or Guilin? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tianjin $37Guilin $5.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beijing Airport Transfer from Tianjin International Cruise Port: $130
- Beijing Daxing or Capital Int’l Airport Private Departure Transfer from Tianjin : $128
- Beijing: Private Roundtrip Transfer to Great Wall of China: $66
- Binhai Airport Private Transfer to Tianjin Cruise Port: $80
- Cruise Transfer:Tianjin International Home Port to Beijing PEK or Daxing Airport: $106
- One Way Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing with Guide: $216
- Port Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Home Port to Beijing Hotels: $100
- Private 1-Way Transfer Between Tianjin Port to Beijing: $138
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Hotel: $39
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Port to Train Stations (Tianjin/Tanggu): $63
- Private Arrival Transfer:Any Tianjin Railway Station to City Hotel: $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Bejing City Hotel to Airport: $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer: Guilin to/from Zhangjiajie/Fenghuang: $256
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Airport to Hotel in Yangshuo: $115
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- 2-hours Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat Tour with the Round-way Private Transfers: $83
- Haikou Meilan Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer, Pick up: $75
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $57
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Tianjin or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Tianjin 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 dayTianjin $20Guilin $22
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tianjin $10Guilin $28
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- 4- Hour Tianjin Local Food & Tea Tour: $49
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion Private Shopping Tour: $120
- Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: $151
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Hotel With the English Speaking Driver: $160
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Tianjin Port-up To Beijing City Self-Guide Tour and Drop-off at Beijing Hotel: $192
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Daxing Airport With the English Speaking Driver: $203
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven: $219
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- Full-Day Yangshuo Sunrise and Li-River cruise with the 4 Star Boat Private Tour: $272
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village: $209
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $79
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Relaxing Li River Cruise With The 4 Star Luxury Boat lower Deck Seating: $225
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Cycling and Yulong bamboo boat Private Tour: $94
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Hiking along the Yulong river Private Tour: $103
- 1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTianjin $11Guilin $5.73
When comparing the travel costs between Tianjin and Guilin, we can see that Tianjin 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tianjin Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tianjin or Guilin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Guilin. When comparing the sizes of Tianjin and Guilin, 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 Tianjin or Guilin?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Tianjin or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tianjin as well as Guilin.
Tianjin is cooler than Guilin in the summer. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Tianjin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Tianjin usually gets less rain in July than Guilin. Tianjin gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTianjin 27°C (80°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin and Tianjin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Tianjin is much colder than Guilin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tianjin in October average around 15°C (58°F), and Guilin averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In October, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Guilin. Tianjin gets 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTianjin 15°C (58°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Tianjin during the winter are popular places to visit.
Tianjin can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Tianjin is generally much colder than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around -3°C (27°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Tianjin usually gets less rain in January than Guilin. Tianjin gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTianjin -3°C (27°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tianjin and Guilin.
Tianjin is cooler than Guilin in the spring. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Guilin. Tianjin gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTianjin 14°C (58°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Tianjin
| Tianjin | Guilin | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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