Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Tianjin?
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 Nha Trang and Tianjin. 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: Nha Trang or Tianjin?
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Nha Trang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Tianjin $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $92. 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 Nha Trang and Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Tianjin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Tianjin $70
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Tianjin? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Tianjin $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cruise Transfer from Tianjin Port to Beijing Hotels : $225
- Private Round-Trip Transfer: Tianjin Hotels to Mutianyu Great Wall: $212
- Private Transfer from Tianjin International Airport to Beijing Downtown: $208
- Private One Way Tianjin Port Transfer to Beijing including Great Wall Sightseeing: $198
- Tianjin Private Transfer to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: $196
- Private Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall from Tianjin City: $178
- Private Tianjin Port Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $178
- Private PEK Airport Departure Transfer from Tianjin with Bullet Train Experience: $168
- Private Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Port to Great Wall of China with Beijing Drop-Off: $168
- Private Tianjin Port Transfer: Between Beijing to Tianjin Port: $160
- Private 1-Way Transfer Between Tianjin Port to Beijing: $138
- Private One Way Transfer Between Tianjin Port and Beijing: $132
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Tianjin $36
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Tianjin $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.21
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.65
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.79
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.48
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Private Tour to Uncover Tianjin’s Must-Visit Bucket-List Spots : $248
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- All-inclusive Tianjin Day Tour to Qing Emperor's Tomb & Huangyaguan Great Wall : $278
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
- From Beijing: Tianjin Highlights Day Tour by High-Speed Rail: $289
- Huangyaguan Great Wall Layover Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $265
- Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $248
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $176
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Tianjin $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Tianjin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tianjin than you might in Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Tianjin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Tianjin, 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 Nha Trang or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nha Trang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nha Trang or Tianjin in the Summer?
Both Tianjin and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
In July, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 28°C (82°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. In July, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Tianjin. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Nha Trang is January to August. The rainy season in Nha Trang is September to December.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Tianjin in the Autumn?
Both Tianjin and Nha Trang during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Nha Trang is much warmer than Tianjin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Tianjin fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nha Trang. Nha Trang usually gets more rain in October than Tianjin. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Tianjin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
Tianjin can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Nha Trang is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nha Trang in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Tianjin averages at about -3°C (27°F).
In January, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter. January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Tianjin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Tianjin. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Nha Trang is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Nha Trang usually gets more rain in April than Tianjin. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin and Nha Trang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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.