Which place is cheaper, Tainan City or Nelson?
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 Nelson or Tainan City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nelson and Tainan City can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nelson or Tainan City?
Nelson
Nelson is a city that sits on Tasman Bay on the South Island of New Zealand. Travelers, especially ones that are heading to explore Abel Tasman National Park, frequently visit this town. Nelson has a population of about 46,000 people and, geographically speaking, it is the center of New Zealand as a whole.
Tainan City
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan was once the nation's capital during imperial times and is today famous for its temples and historic buildings which speak to this distant past. Additionally Tainan has become known for its lively night markets and fantastic snack foods available from a large concentrate of street vendors located throughout the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to New Zealand, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Taiwan.
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Nelson Prices
New Zealand PricesTainan City Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNelson $114Tainan City $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Nelson is $114, while the average daily cost in Tainan City is $149. 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 Nelson and Tainan City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNelson $41Tainan City $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNelson $82Tainan City $128
Compare Hotels in Nelson and Tainan City
Looking for a hotel in Nelson or Tainan City? 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: Nelson Hotel Prices and Tainan City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nelson $28Tainan City $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nelson or Tainan City?
Prices for flights to both Tainan City and Nelson 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 dayNelson $47Tainan City $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nelson $23Tainan City $11
Tours and Activities in Nelson
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nelson are as follows:
- Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided: $28
- Cable Bay Adventure Park: E-bike hire: $55
- Abel Tasman Vista Cruise: $62
- Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience: $64
- Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson: $65
- Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Cycling Self-Guided Adventure: $69
- Self-Guided Nelson to Mapua Cycle Adventure: $71
- Magical Mapua Charms in off-summer Season Selfguided Cycle Tour: $74
- Magical Mapua Self Guided One Day Cycle Tour: $74
- Half Day Guided Mountain Biking Adventure in Nelson: $74
- Great Taste Beer Tour by Bicycle (Self-guided): $77
- Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNelson $13Tainan City $6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Nelson
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nelson:
- Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting : $116
- Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $231
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nelson and Tainan City, we can see that Tainan City is more expensive. And not only is Nelson much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nelson is in Pacific and Tainan City 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 Nelson would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nelson 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 Tainan City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tainan City than you might in Nelson.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nelson Expensive? and Is Tainan City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nelson or Tainan City?
Tainan City has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nelson. When comparing the sizes of Nelson and Tainan City, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.