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Beijing vs Kyoto
Can't choose between Beijing and Kyoto? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want. If money is the main thing, Beijing is cheaper.
March, April, May
Best time to visit
April, May, October
$130cheaper
Typical cost / day
$150
USD
Currency
USD
4 days
Ideal length
4 days
18 spots
Live highlights
18 spots
Top things to do in Beijing
- 2013 Tiananmen Square attack
- Chang'an Avenue
- Sieges of Zhongdu
- St. Barnabas's Hospital in Beijing
- Local food tour of Beijing
Top things to do in Kyoto
- Kyoto Prefecture
- Agency for Cultural Affairs
- Heian Jogakuin University
- Kyoto International School
- Itsukushima Shrine (Kyoto)
So, Beijing or Kyoto?
Beijing vs Kyoto: questions
Is Beijing or Kyoto cheaper?+
Beijing is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for Beijing and $150/day for Kyoto for a mid-range trip, before flights.
Beijing or Kyoto, which has better weather?+
Beijing is best in March, April, May, while Kyoto shines in April, May, October. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.
Should I visit Beijing or Kyoto first?+
Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.