Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Wuhu?
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 Wuhu or Seoul?
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 Wuhu and Seoul. 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: Wuhu or Seoul?
Wuhu
The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.
The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Wuhu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuhu $116Seoul $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuhu is $116, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $128. 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 Wuhu and Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuhu $30Seoul $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuhu $60Seoul $108
Compare Hotels in Wuhu and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Wuhu or Seoul? 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: Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuhu $26Seoul $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.58
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Short Taxi Ride$5.01
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Metro Ride$0.97
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- Night Views Tour with Guide and Transfers: $41
- From Round-Trip Transfer to Dae Jang Geum Park: $50
- Transfer Service from Gimpo Airport to Hotel City: $57
- Seoul Gimpo Airport (GMP) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $60
- Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Incheon Airport (ICN) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $68
- Seoul to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) - Departure Private Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul hotels: $80
- Private Airport Transfer Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) to Seoul City: $83
- Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $89
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport: $90
- Private Gimpo Airport Transfer to/from Seoul(1~7pax): $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuhu or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul and Wuhu 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 dayWuhu $68Seoul $51
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.30
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.43
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.94
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Chicken Stick$1.43
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.36
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Lunch Buffet$4.30
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.72
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.36
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Udon & Sushi$5.01
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Fresh Burger$3.44
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.22
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.58
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Fried Rice$3.94
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.80
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.80
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Donut$1.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
- Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
- Namdaemun Market Food Tour: $65
- Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
- Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuhu $18Seoul $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.73
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Movie Ticket$5.73
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Kimchi Museum$2.15
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- K-Culture Adventure in Seoul Self-Guided Walking Tour : $3.58
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
- Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.10
- Alternative A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Gwanghwamun Tour l 120 Minutes to Understand South Korea: $10
- [Seoul] Football Faentasium Admission Ticket (내국인 불가): $10
- Gwanghwamun Tour about Korean Society and Local Mindset: $11
- Street Hustle Adventure in Seoul: $11
- SPAREX Jjimjilbang Sauna Dongmyo branch Admission Ticket(내국인불가): $11
- Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket (내국인 불가): $11
- Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong(내국인불가): $12
- Seoul Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid (내국인 불가): $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuhu $8.21Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $59
- Korean Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $60
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $73
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78
When comparing the travel costs between Wuhu and Seoul, we can see that Seoul 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 Wuhu Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Wuhu or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Wuhu. When comparing the sizes of Wuhu and Seoul, 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 Wuhu or Seoul?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wuhu or Seoul in the Summer?
Both Seoul and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Seoul in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Wuhu is generally a little warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 28°C (83°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Seoul. It's quite rainy in Wuhu. In July, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Seoul. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuhu 28°C (83°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Seoul in the Autumn?
Both Seoul and Wuhu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
Wuhu is a little warmer than Seoul in the autumn. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Seoul fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Wuhu usually gets less rain in October than Seoul. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuhu 17°C (63°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Seoul in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Seoul. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Seoul because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Seoul can be very cold. Wuhu can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Wuhu is much warmer than Seoul. Typically, the winter temperatures in Wuhu in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Seoul averages at about -3°C (27°F).
In January, Wuhu usually receives more rain than Seoul. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuhu 3°C (37°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Seoul in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Seoul. Additionally, the activities around the city are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
In April, Wuhu is generally a little warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 15°C (60°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuhu usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Seoul. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuhu 15°C (60°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Wuhu
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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