Is Tainan City Expensive?

Is Tainan City expensive to visit?

Tainan City is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $112. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Seoul and Shanghai.



Tainan City

How expensive is Tainan City?

On average, visitors spend about $112 per day when visiting Tainan City (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $223 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Tainan City here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Tainan City?

A weekend trip to Tainan City costs about $335 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $670.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Tainan City?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Tainan City costs around $782 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,564.

Is it expensive to backpack in Tainan City?

With more than 10 hostels in the area, Tainan City is a popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $19 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Tainan City here.) It's also common to see a wide range in prices, as the cheapest hostels here cost $14, but the most expensive can be more than $25 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Tainan City.

  • $14 for a dorm bed at Bike Tainan Hostel
  • $22 for a dorm bed at Fuqi Hostel - Yuanqi
  • $25 for a dorm bed at Journey Hostel

Are hotels expensive in Tainan City?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Tainan City, we can see that they are very expensive in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $62. The area hosts around 2 five-star hotels, averaging $124 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $60 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $99 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Tainan City
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 2 $124
4 stars 9 $77
3 stars 51 $60
2 stars 11 $99
1 star 1 $52
No rating 1 $29

No.45, Qingping Rd, Tainan City
Overall Rating 9.1
No.199, Yonghua 2nd Street, Tainan City
Overall Rating 9.1

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Tainan City?

Activities and things to do in Tainan City can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $11 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $17.

Is food expensive in Tainan City?

Food in Tainan City can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $40 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $17. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Tainan City?

Exploring local transportation in Tainan City shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $19 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $11. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

More for Tainan City

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