A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Wuhu vs. Wollongong for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Wuhu or Wollongong?

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 Wollongong. 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 Wollongong?

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.

Wollongong

Wollongong is south of Sydney in New South Wales. It is also the third largest city in the state. Wollongong has a unique geography in that it is only six kilometers wide at its widest point and is forty kilometers long. It is squeezed in between the mountains and the ocean and in the process of growth, has swallowed several coastal towns between Dapto and Port Kembla. Wollongong is home to the University of Wollongong and has a diverse population that includes people of Serbian, Croatian, Italian, and Turkish descent among other nationalities. The influence of these cultures is obvious in the city's restaurant and entertainment options. Throughout the city you'll find some wonderful beaches with few crowds and some decent surfing opportunities.

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 Australia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Wuhu or Wollongong?

Wuhu has a larger population, and is about 95% larger than the population of Wollongong. When comparing the sizes of Wuhu and Wollongong, 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 Wollongong?

Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wollongong is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Wuhu has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Wuhu or Wollongong in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Wollongong. Additionally, many travelers come to Wollongong for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

Wuhu is a little warmer than Wollongong in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Wollongong fluctuates around 23°C (74°F)in January.

Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the summer. Wuhu usually gets more rain in July than Wollongongin January. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Wuhu or Wollongong in the Autumn?

Both Wollongong and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Wollongong in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Wuhu is around the same temperature as Wollongong. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuhu in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Wollongong averages at about 18°C (64°F)in April.

In October, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Wollongongin April. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Wuhu or Wollongong in the Winter?

Both Wollongong and Wuhu during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Wollongong for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Wuhu can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Wuhu is generally much colder than Wollongongin July. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 3°C (37°F), and Wollongong fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

Wuhu usually gets less rain in January than Wollongongin July. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Wuhu or Wollongong in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Wollongong. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Wollongong because of the beaches and the activities around the city.

Wuhu is cooler than Wollongong in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Wollongong fluctuates around 17°C (63°F)in October.

Wuhu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Wuhu usually receives more rain than Wollongongin October. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Wollongong and Wuhu