A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tiberias vs. Matsue for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tiberias or Matsue?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Matsue? 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: Tiberias or Matsue?

Tiberias

Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.

Matsue

Matsue, Japan is located on the scenic shores of Lake Shinji in the Shimane Prefecture. Matsue is the capital city of the prefecture and is known as the water city due to being located between Lake Shinji, Lake Nakaumi, and the Sea of Japan. This historically rich city is famous for being a laid back samurai village with stunning sunsets and traditional confectioneries.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Matsue, we can see that Tiberias is more expensive. And not only is Matsue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Matsue is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Matsue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Matsue 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 Tiberias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tiberias than you might in Matsue.

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

Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Matsue?

Matsue has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Matsue, 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 Tiberias or Matsue?

Matsue has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Tiberias or Matsue in the Summer?

Both Matsue and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Matsue for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Tiberias is around the same temperature as Matsue. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tiberias in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Matsue averages at about 25°C (78°F).

It's quite sunny in Matsue. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Matsue during summer. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Matsue receives 201 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Matsue. In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Matsue. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 268 mm (10.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Tiberias or Matsue in the Autumn?

Both Matsue and Tiberias during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Matsue because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Tiberias is generally a little warmer than Matsue. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 24°C (75°F), and Matsue fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the autumn, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Matsue. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Matsue receives 173 hours of full sun.

Matsue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Matsue. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tiberias or Matsue in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Matsue. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Matsue this time of year.

It's quite cold in Matsue in the winter. Tiberias is much warmer than Matsue in the winter. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Matsue fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).

Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Matsue during winter. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Matsue receives 84 hours of full sun in the winter.

Matsue receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Matsue. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Tiberias or Matsue in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Matsue. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Matsue for the natural beauty.

In the spring, Tiberias is much warmer than Matsue. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tiberias in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Matsue averages at about 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tiberias this time of the year. In the spring, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Matsue. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Matsue receives 194 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Matsue. Tiberias usually gets less rain in April than Matsue. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Matsue receives 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Matsue and Tiberias