8.Top restaurants.
9.Deluxe Hotels.
4. Attraction price.
10.Cheap Hotels.
5.Food price.
11.Flights.
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POKHARA, NEPAL
HANOI, VIETNAM
YANGON, BURMA
(MYANMAR)
XIAN, CHINA
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BEIJING, CHINA
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TAIPEI, TAIWAN
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SHANGHAI, CHINA
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BORACAY ISLAND, PHILIPPINES
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
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SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
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HONG KONG, CHINA
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SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE
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MACAU, CHINA
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TOKYO, JAPAN
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POKHARA, NEPAL
Only 15.85 $ per day
1.Town
Nepals tourist capital is where most
people quickly head to after arriving in
Kathmandu, and most would agree that
Pokhara does live up to the hype. Its a serene
and picturesque hang-out town for those on
either side of many of Nepals best and most
famous treks, including the Annapurna circuit.
Fortunately, in addition to being pleasant
and attractive, Pokhara is also quite cheap.
Hotels can get a bit pricey during April, May,
October, and November, but even during those
times cheap rooms will be available if you plan
ahead a bit. Theres a boom in new hotels
going up, so prices should come down, if anything. Food and drinks are also great bargains in Pokhara,
especially considering the quality and choice available. Dozens of restaurants have nearly identical menus,
featuring foods from around the world in addition to the cheaper local fare. Beers are quite cheap too, as
are cocktails using the local rums.
Trekking can add significantly to the cost, although on a per-day basis most trips are still quite
cheap if you research and shop around. You can also get any kind of brand-name trekking gear you need
here, all at very competitive prices, so no worries if you dont have your full kit before arrival.
300/night
100
648
540
100
FACTS
Population
200,000
Metro area
200,000
Time zone
UTC+5.75
Currency
Nepalese
rupee
Airports
Pokhara
Airport (PKR)
3. About Attraction
Location
Devis Falls
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer (.64l
bottle)
Description
Type
Price(USD)
adults
0.19
4. About Food
0.94
1.70
1.32
2.26
2.83
4.71
1.70
2.83
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HANOI, VIETNAM
Only 16.97 $ per day
1.Town
The capital of Vietnam is still far more
traditional than the larger Saigon in the south.
There arent a lot of must-see sites, but the
pleasant (though chaotic) city center makes up
for that, with excellent food and drink at very
low prices.
Most of the cheaper hotels are right in
the Old City, and more up-market hotels tend to
be in the nicer suburbs to the south and west.
Standards are higher than you might expect,
and many places have free Wi-Fi in the lobby or
even in all the rooms. Attractions cost almost
nothing by Western standards, so your
sightseeing budget goes a long way. As long as you avoid an organized bus tour then you can get by on a
tiny budget. The popular overnight trips to Halong Bay and multi-day trips to Sapa can range in price
greatly, and often the cheap versions are great, though its always a bit of a crapshoot.
Local food is extremely cheap by most standards, with full meals in tourist restaurants usually
costing between US$2 and 3, with cold beer adding around $1 each. Other alcohol is more expensive, but
still cheap compared to most places.
65,800/night
60,000
180,000
36,000
40,000
FACTS
Population
6,500,000
Metro area
6,500,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Vietnam
Dong
Airports
Noi Bai
International
Airport
(HAN)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type
Hoa Lo Prison
(Hanoi Hilton)
This French-built
prison is where
John McCain,
among others, did
time during the
Vietnam/American
war.
Water
Puppert
Theater
This one-hour
show is one of the
city's top
attractions.
Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum
(free)
Adults
Price
(USD)
1.35
Best
seats
Normal
seats
4.49
Everyone
0.00
2.69
Budget
breakfast
1.12
2.24
Budget
lunch
2.02
3.59
Budget
dinner
Bia hoi
(fresh
local beer)
Large
bottled
beer
Bowl of
pho soup
Fast food
meal
Vodka
(.75L
bottle)
Bahn Mi
(Baguette
sandwich)
Fresh fruit
shake
3.59
6.73
0.22
0.31
0.67
1.12
0.67
1.35
2.15
2.24
3.14
0.67
0.90
0.67
0.90
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105,000/night
72,000
156,000
45,000
30,000
FACTS
Population
7,200,000
Metro area
7,200,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Vietnam Dong
Airports
Location
War Remnants
Museum
Reunification
Palace
Cu Chi Tunnel
tour
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.33L)
Bahn mi
sandwich
Wine
(Vietnamese)
full bottle
Cocktails
Description
This iconic museum
is considered a mustvisit in spite of its
one-sided story.
Famous government
building still used
occasionally, but
popular for tours.
Admission price
includes a 1-hour
guided tour in English
(and other
languages).
Take a 90-minute bus
ride to see these
famous and slim
tunnels with a group.
Many tour options are
available.
Price
Type
(GBP)
adults
0.53
adults
1.06
adults
3.55
0.71
1.42
1.42
2.84
2.48
4.97
0.53
1.06
0.35
0.71
1.77
2.84
1.06
3.19
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120/night
40
198
210
100
FACTS
Population
150,000
Metro area
1,000,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Thai baht
Airports
Chiang Mai
International
Airport (CNX)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer (pint)
Cocktails (glass)
Type
Price (USD)
adults
2.87
adults
5.74
adults
0.86
0.86 - 2.15
4. ABOUT FOOD
1.29 3.44
2.58 4.59
1.72 - 2.58
1.15 3.44
0.72 0.86
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GOA, INDIA
Only 18.59 $ per day
1.Town
Goa isnt a city
its a state of mind. Its
also a state in India,
which contains several
dozen small towns,
many of which are
along the beach and
attract big numbers of
tourists from November
through
March.
Compared to most of
the rest of India prices
in Goa are relatively
expensive,
but
compared to nearly
anywhere else this
place is a bargain.
During the peak travel weeks from Christmas to New Years the prices do go up and hotels are
packed so if your schedule is flexible that is the time to avoid, or be prepared to pay more. Still, hotels in
Goa are cheap and fairly good standard for a beach resort area. Hotels at the bottom end of the range will
be quite minimalistic though, so be prepared. Also, choose the city you stay in carefully. Some are more
known for parties and others are more known for family holidays.
The main attractions are sitting around on the beach all day, and going to bars and clubs or even
beach raves at night. All of it is either free or quite cheap, so once you get here you can get by on very little.
Even the food and drinks at the many beach restaurants are in line with places in town, so having drinks
and a meal on the beach is definitely a bargain compared to Europe.
250/night
60
588
240
100
FACTS
Population
1,400,000
Metro area
1,400,000
Time zone
UTC+5:30
Currency
Indian rupee
Airports
Dabolim
Airport (GOI)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type Price
(USD)
Paradiso Club
in Anjuna
Beach bed in
Goa
Many beaches in
Goa offer lounge
chairs and drink
service.
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Feni (bottle)
Prime
time
7.48
Slow
time
2.99
Per
hour
1.50
A simple breakfast
comes with many
hotel rooms. There
are also cafes and
some street food
options if you need
them.
Since Goa consists
of so many cities,
it's hard to pin
down prices. Many
beach huts serve
good and cheap
food.
Those on a budget
can find good
options, but lot's of
great choices for
more exist,
including plenty of
beef.
Beer is cheap and
easy to find in Goa,
especially near the
beach. Kingfisher is
by far the most
popular, with the
Strong version
available most
places as well.
This local spirit is
made of either
cashew or coconut,
and can be a very
cheap buzz.
1.50 2.69
4. About Food
2.24 - 3.74
3.59 - 5.98
1.20 - 2.24
1.20 - 4.49
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KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Only 19.77 $ per day
1.Town
Nepal is most famous as the home of
half of Mount Everest, and those actually
climbing the mountain, or to the main elevated
base camp, will have to deal with those notinsignificant expenses. But those just coming to
admire the city and its Buddhist culture will find
it to be very cheap by international standards.
Prices for hotels and hostels are nearly
as cheap as those in smaller cities in India,
which are generally the lowest on the planet.
Its worth noting that hotels and guesthouses at
the absolute bottom end of the price spectrum
will be quite minimalistic, to put it kindly, but
paying a bit more gets you something not bad at all. Of course there are now a number of expensive hotel
resorts meant for those on much larger budgets, so nearly all price ranges are catered for.
Transportation and attractions in the city are also very cheap by nearly anyones standards, so your
main expenses will be guided trekking excursions or adventure sports, if you choose to do them. Food and
drinks are also very cheap by most standards so this continues to be a great stop for budget-minded
travelers as well as those who can afford the best.
300/night
230
636
440
500
FACTS
Population
1,000,000
Metro area
1,700,000
Time zone
UTC+5:45
Currency
Nepalese
rupee
Airports
Tribhuvan
International
Airport (KTM)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Type
Price (USD)
Swayambhu Temple
adults
1.88
Narayanhiti Palace
Museum
adults
4.71
Garden of Dreams
adults
28.24
adults
7.06
Durbar Square
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer (.64l
bottle)
1.41 2.35
1.69 2.82
1.88 3.76
2.07 2.82
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VIENTIANE, LAOS
Only 19.99 $ per day
1.Town
Vientiane deserves its reputation as one
of the most mellow capital cities on earth, but
its also more modern than many people expect
based on older travel guides. There are now
some chain restaurants and newer shopping
centers, plus a large waterslide park opened in
2008.
The city is yet another great bargain for
travelers to Southeast Asia, with nearly
everything cheaper than Bangkok, and more
along the lines of Hanoi. Being a smaller city,
there arent loads of hotels in Vientiane, but
fortunately most of them are quite cheap and
friendly. The main attractions in the city cost
little or nothing, so it should be quite easy to
keep your budget intact once youve found a place to sleep.
Eating on a tight budget in Vientiane is quite easy, as youd have to go out of your way to find a
restaurant that even approaches North American or European prices. Local dishes based on rice and
noodles are cheapest, but sandwiches, pasta dishes, and even pizza can be found at good prices. The
local lager called Beerlao is served everywhere at very low prices, while the Lao-lao rice whisky is even
cheaper.
43,200/night
20,000
62,400
30,000
6,000
FACTS
Population
210,000
Metro Area
1,000,000
Time Zone
UTC+7
Currency
Lao Kip
Airports
Wattay
International
Airport (VTE)
3. About Attraction
Location
Lao National Museum
Wat Si Saket/Sisaket
Museum
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.640l
bottle)
Lao-lao rice
whisky (.7l
bottle)
Description
The country's largest and
most comprehensive
museum is a top draw
here.
Climb the various
staircases through many
gift shops to reach the
best views in Vientiane.
The oldest temple in
Vientiane is known for the
hundreds of small Buddha
statues in the outer
buildings.
1.48 3.71
1.85
3.71
3.09
6.18
1.24
1.48
0.74
1.11
Type
Price (USD)
adults
1.24
adults
0.37
adults
0.62
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43,200/night
20,000
66,000
30,000
25,000
FACTS
Population
100,000
Metro area
100,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Lao Kip
Airports
Luang Prabang
International
Airport (LPQ)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type
Phou Si hill
Royal Palace
Museum
Kuang Si Falls
Pak Ou Caves
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Baguette
sandwich
Crepe
Price
(USD)
adults
2.47
adults
3.71
adults
2.47
adults
0.37
1.85
4.33
2.47
6.18
3.71
7.42
1.24
2.47
1.24
1.85
0.62
1.24
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1,180/night
200
960
720
300
FACTS
Population
750,000
Metro area
5,600,000
Time zone
UTC+5.5
Currency
Sri Lankan
rupee
Airports
Bandaranaike
International
Airport (CMB)
3. About Attraction
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.7
liter
bottle)
Adults
Price
(USD)
17.03
1.36 3.41
1.36 4.09
2.72 8.17
1.63 2.38
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DELHI, INDIA
Only 23.66 $ per day
1.Town
Delhi is a rather mysterious city, partly
because it completely surrounds the small (and
more famous) district of New Delhi. This is a
huge metropolis that most people find shocking
upon arrival, with conspicuous displays of
poverty and decay through most of the city.
Compared to the rest of India, except for
Mumbai, Delhi is relatively expensive as well.
Its really best to stay for a few days at the most
and spend more time in smaller and more
interesting cities. Hotels and hostels in Delhi
are not particularly cheap, except for perhaps in
the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj.
Good news is that most of the citys attractions are free or cheap, and that you can (and probably
should) hire a private car with a driver for a very affordable sum.
Food can be quite cheap if you are happy to try the stuff sold at street stalls all over town, but aircon tourist restaurants will definitely eat into your budget. Alcohol is tough to get in most of the city, though
people at your hotel can always arrange to deliver it for a small fee.
600/night
30
456
240
250
FACTS
Population
12,600,000
Metro area
19,000,000
Time zone
UTC+5:30
Currency
Indian rupee
Airports
Indira Gandhi
International
Airport (DEL)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Red Fort
Humayuns Tomb
Taj Mahal
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer (pint)
McDonalds
Chicken Maharaja
Mac
1.20 2.25
1.50 3.75
3.00 5.99
1.20 2.25
1.42
Type
Price (USD)
adults
3.75
adults
3.75
adults
11.24
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$4.50
2
9.00
2.25
6.00
FACTS
Population
1,200,000
Metro area
2,000,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
US dollar
Airports
Phnom Penh
International
Airport (PNH)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Type
Price
(USD)
Royal Palace/Silver
Pagoda
adults
6.50
adults
6.00
adults
5.00
adults
1.00
AK-47(30
rnds)
M-16 (20
rnds)
40.00
Basic
9.00
Killing Fields of
Choeung ek
National Museum
of Cambodia
Wat Phnom
Thunder Ranch
Shooting Range
Massage (1 hour)
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Happy pizza
40.00
1.50
3.00
2.50
4.50
3.50
7.00
0.70
1.50
3.00
8.00
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YANGON, BURMA
(MYANMAR)
Only 24.37 $ per day
1.Town
Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is
the former capital and by far the largest city in
Burma/Myanmar. Since the semi-official tourism
boycott was lifted in 2012 after the country
started with democratic reforms, things have
been changing rapidly. As of now the tourism
infrastructure is weak compared to its
Southeast Asian neighbors, but thats part of
the charm to some of the travelers whove
already made a visit. Our friends at Travelfish
have the best Burma travel guide to go along
with their other expert SE Asia content. Things
for tourists are generally cheap, even with
prices rising almost on a monthly basis. Food
and drinks are some of the cheapest available in the region as long as you eat street food like nearly all the
locals. Inevitably, more tourist-oriented restaurants will appear and prices in those are always much more
than the outdoor cuisine.
The tricky part at this point is the hotel scene, as it barely existed only a few years ago. There are
very few cheap hotels in Yangon, and those in the lower price ranges tend to be poor quality. Youll likely
have to pay much more than youd expect for a Western standard room here. As of now there are no
proper hostels in Yangon, although some cheap hotels do have a few dorm beds. You should also be
prepared for foreigner prices at attractions and elsewhere that are much higher than locals pay. This is
fairly common in this region and the bottom-line price is still low by international standards, but it really
bothers some people anyway. Change money at the airport for the best rates, and stock up on pristine US
banknotes before you go if you can.
14,470/night
1,000
7,800
2,100
6,500
FACTS
Population
6,000,000
Metro area
6,000,000
Time zone
UTC+6.5
Currency
Burmese kyat
Airports
Yangon
International
Airport (RGN)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Shwedagon Pagoda
National Museum
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
.7 liter bottle of
Chinese beer
.7 liter bottle of
Myanmar beer
Type
Price (USD)
adults
6.32
adults
3.95
0.79 1.42
4. About Food
1.58 2.76
2.76 4.74
0.55 0.71
1.11 2.37
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES
Only 24.67 $ per day
1.Town
Manila is a huge city with a limitless
number of things going on, and its becoming
more popular among cultural travelers and
those exploring Southeast Asia. Its relatively
cheap compared to most of Asia in general,
though its generally more expensive than
mainland countries like Vietnam and Cambodia.
Hotels in Manila run the gamut from very
cheap to very expensive, with standards at the
low end being more basic than many people
might be prepared for. Its quite possible to get
a certain measure of luxury at one of the many mid-priced hotels however.
Most of the attractions are free or cheap, and the transportation tends to be a bargain as well. Food
prices are quite low by international standards, though most dont find the cuisine itself to be too special.
400/night
60
372
180
150
FACTS
Population
6,100,000
Metro area
14,400,000
Time zone
UTC-3
Currency
Brazilian real
Airports
Rio de JaneiroGaleao
International
Airport (GIG)
3. About Attraction
Location
National Museum of the
Philippines
Ayaia Museum
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.33l
bottle)
Description
Type
Price (USD)
Adults
students
3.11
1.04
senior
2.48
Adults
students
child
7.25
5.18
5.18
1.45 2.69
1.86 4.14
3.11 7.25
0.83 2.07
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171,500/night
60,000
162,000
45,000
120,000
FACTS
Population
25,000
Metro area
120,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Vietnam Dong
Airports
Da Nang
International
Airport (DAD)
Location
Hoi An Ancient
City
Bus trip to My
Son temples
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Bia hoi
(fresh local
beer)
Bottled beer
(.5L)
Cau Lao
Cocktails
Banh mi
sandwich
Fresh fruit
shake
Soft drink
Description
The UNESCO heritage
site of the city center
charges for a ticket that
allows visitors to see a
mix of local sights plus
the town itself.
The My Son temples
nearby are a popular
stop for a half-day tour.
Prices vary depending
on bargaining and where
you book plus other
factors.
Type
Price
(USD)
adults
4.31
High-end
4.05
Low-end
2.43
3. About Attraction
0.90
1.80
1.44
2.87
2.51
4.31
0.11
0.18
0.43
0.90
0.54
0.90
1.08
2.87
0.36
0.54
0.36
0.72
0.36
0.54
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MUMBAI, INDIA
Only 24.86 $ per day
1.Town
Mumbai feels completely insane when you
first arrive, and that feeling may never go away.
From a traveler standpoint its definitely a city of
contrasts. With over 20 million people in the area
its surprising that the tourist infrastructure still
isnt well built out yet. This is a major business
travel hub, and with space at such a premium in
the city center it means that budget hotels are
hard to find, and also far more expensive than
youd
expect.
The
pleasant
southern
neighborhood of Colaba is where youll find most
non-business hotels, and most of the cheaper
hotels even in that neighborhood feel like they are
falling apart.
If you are coming to India then you should definitely spend a day or two or three in Mumbai, but
probably not any more than that. With the exception of Delhi, which suffers from a similar situation, you can
find hotels starting well under US$10 that are nice, and rooms in houses as low as US$1. Plus the real
magic of India can not be found in its crowded mega-cities.
Good news about Mumbai is, except for hotels, most things here are quite cheap. Meals on the
street can be found for practically pennies, and good local restaurants start just a bit more than that. Many
of the most interesting things to see in the city are free as well so really once you find a hotel you can afford
then everything else is very affordable.
650/night
60
456
240
250
FACTS
Population
13,800,000
Metro area
22,000,000
Time zone
UTC+5:30
Currency
Indian rupee
Airports
Chhatrapati
Shivaji
International
Airport (BOM)
3. About Attraction
Location
Slum tour of Mumbai
Elephants Island
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer (pint)
McDonalds
McVeggie
Burger
McDonalds
Chicken
Maharaja Mac
Description
Inspired by Slumdog
Millionaire, visitors can take
an all-day bus tour of slums
and the Red Light District.
The caves and the 1-hour
cruise to get there are
popular with locals and
tourists alike.
0.96 1.80
1.44 3.00
2.16 4.80
0.96 2.64
0.84
1.14
Type
Price (GBP)
adults
54.03
Adults
children
1.68
1.08
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BANGKOK, THAILAND
Only 24.89 $ per day
1.Town
Bangkok is
truly one of the worlds
great cities, and also a
bargain for travelers in
almost every way. Its
busy airport usually has
good deals on incoming
flights, and once you are
here nearly everything is
cheap by international
standards.
Hotels in Bangkok
can be found for next to
nothing, but be warned
that the absolute bottom
end gets you a low
standard that isnt found
many other places. Spending a bit more can get you something fairly nice, and things get better and better
the more you are able to spend. The transportation and attractions cost very little as well, so once you are
situated you can keep yourself entertained for days on a very low budget. And of course food is not only
excellent in Bangkok, but its famously cheap as well. Freshly prepared dishes from street stalls can be
found all day and well into the night, with meals costing around US$1 and up, and restaurants in the city
dont charge much more for a comfortable seat and good service. Compared to elsewhere in Southeast
Asia, getting drunk here can be expensive, with wine and spirits being particularly steep. Budget-minded
party people can save money by buying the first couple of rounds from one of the thousands of mini
markets and starting in the hotel or hostel. Those staying more than a couple days should seriously think
about some of these great and cheap day trips from Bangkok.
250/night
40
180
180
250
FACTS
Population
9,100,000
Metro area
12,000,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Thai baht
Airports
Suvarnabhumi
Airport (BKK)
Location
Grand Palace
Wat Pho
Wat Arun
Jim Thompson
House
National
Museum
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Pint of beer
McDonalds
Big Mac
Pizza
Can of cold
beer
Cup of coffee
Description
The top attraction in
Bangkok is located in the
larger Dusit Palace Park
complex. Admission fee
includes entrance to
Vimanmek Mansion on
another day.
This huge temple complex
contains the famous
Reclining Buddha, among
other things.
Another famous and
striking temple that most
people visit.
This complex was put
together by an American
after WWII and houses a
great collection of silk and
art items. Price includes a
tour.
This refurbished museum
houses great collections of
historical Thai arts and craft
items.
Type
Price
(USD)
adults
14.34
adults
2.87
adults
1.43
adults
4.30
students
2.87
adults
1.15
0.86
3.44
1.15
5.74
2.29
7.17
1.72
4.30
2.29
3.44
10.04
0.72
1.15
0.86
1.72
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JAKARTA, INDONESIA
Only 25.13 $ per day
1.Town
Jakarta has an unusual reputation
compared to most big cities in Southeast Asia.
Many people recommend skipping it altogether,
but its the main hub for reaching almost
anywhere else in Indonesia (except Bali) so
many people stop here anyway. Jakarta is
enormous, crowded, sprawling, and always hot
and humid. On a positive note, it has excellent
shopping and nightlife, and things tend to be
pretty cheap.
There arent many hostels so its fortunate that hotel prices tend to be quite low for what you get. In
fact, Jakarta isnt a bad place for a little splurge, since backpackers in pairs can often score a great deal at
a 3-star hotel for only a bit more than a hostel dorm.
As long as you like Indonesian food (as so many do) then you can eat very affordably in Jakarta.
There are also plenty of fast food chains and international options, but the best deals are always on the
local stuff. Beer is quite cheap as well, as long you enjoy the ubiquitous Bintang lager.
124,600/night
7,000
120,000
90,000
10,000
FACTS
Population
10,000,000
Metro area
28,000,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Indonesian
Rupiah
Airports
SoekarnoHatta
International
Airport (CGK)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Type
Price (USD)
Museum
Elevator to top
0.19
0.58
Foreigners
Indonesians
0.77
0.39
Museum Nasional
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Large bottle
of Bintang
Beer
4. About Food
1.54 2.70
2.31 4.62
3.85 6.16
2.31 3.85
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3.00/night
2.00
9.00
1.50
12.00
FACTS
Population
140,000
Metro area
140,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
US dollar
Airports
Siem Reap
International
Airport (REP)
3. About Attraction
Location
Angkor Wat
(one day)
Angkor Wat (3
days)
Angkor National
Museum
Landmine
Museum
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Draft beer
(glass)
Happy
pizza
Description
A one-day pass to this
amazing complex
includes entry starting at
5pm the day before, so
that sunset visit is highly
recommended.
This ticket allows for 3
days in a week, which
don't have to be in a
row. The complex is
huge so this is a good
deal if you are into ruins.
A popular nearby
museum helps explain
what you see at the
temples. Discounts
sometimes available
from booking online.
A small museum
describing SE Asia's
landmine problem is a
bit out of the city.
Type
Price
(USD)
adults
20.00
adults
40.00
adults
12.00
adults
5.00
1.50 3.00
2.50 4.00
3.50 6.00
0.50 1.00
4.00 10.00
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PHUKET, THAILAND
Only 27.82 $ per day
1.Town
Phuket is an island in the south of
Thailand, comprising a number of beach and
resort areas. Its now almost as popular as
Bangkok for foreign visitors, after rebounding
fully after the 2004 tsunami devastation along
some beaches.
Taken as a whole, Phuket is also the
most expensive part of Thailand for visitors.
There are definitely some affordable options,
especially for those who are willing to stay a bit
inland, but the deluxe resorts in Phuket are
definitely expensive compared to anywhere
else in Southeast Asia. The high season is from
December through March, and there are so
many resorts that competition keeps prices reasonable, but the rest of the year Phuket has the cheapest 5star resorts in the world.
Once you have a room its possible to enjoy yourself and not spend much more, as budget food and
drink options are available not far from most hotels, but if you want to snorkel or scuba dive or sail, its
going to cost you. If you are on a backpacker budget then youll find the cheapest options in Phuket Town
rather than along the beaches, but it also means riding buses back and forth each day, which takes some
of the fun out of visiting a resort island.
253/night
60
336
210
200
FACTS
Population
320,000
Metro area
320,000
Time zone
UTC+7
Currency
Thai baht
Airports
Phuket
International
Airport (HKT)
3. About Attraction
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.33l
bottle)
Location
Phuket Aquarium
Butterfly Garden & Insect
World
1.41 - 4.23
4. About Food
2.26 5.64
4.23 8.47
1.69 2.82
Description
Type
Price (USD)
This family-friendly
attraction is on the southern
coast of the island.
See thousands of butterflies
and a lot more at this unique
attraction near the center of
Phuket island.
Choose from a wide variety
of tours and operators,
combining various nearby
islands.
Adults
children
2.82
1.41
Adults
Ages 4-10
8.47
4.23
premium
budget
110.05
25.40
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75,000/night
16,000
144,000
105,000
50,000
FACTS
Population
50,000
Metro area
200,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Indonesian
rupiah
Airports
Denpasar
International
Airport (DPS)
3. About Attraction
Location
Surfing lesson (3 hour)
Surfboard rental
Waterbom Park
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.33l
bottle)
Description
Surfing is one of the most
popular things to do here,
and there is no shortage of
places who'll teach you.
Rent for half a day at these
prices, or longer at a
discount.
This huge and new water
park has slides and tubing
and other wet activities.
If your hotel or
guesthouse doesn't
include breakfast, you
can find cheap eats
nearby.
Combinations of rice or
noodles and chicken are
classic and filling.
Kuta and its area is filled
with Western
restaurants with good
prices. Local joints are a
bit cheaper.
Bintang is the ubiquitous
local lager, served in icecold large and small
bottles. Nightclubs will
charge more.
Type
Price (USD)
High-end
Low-end
52.26
21.24
High-end
Low-end
6.57
2.32
Adults
2-12
37.84
25.10
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1.93 3.86
2.70 4.63
4.63 7.72
1.93 3.48
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XIAN, CHINA
Only 29.57 $ per day
1.Town
Xian is best
known
for
the
Terracotta
Warriors
about 20 kilometers
away, and its also an
extremely
common
third city included on
China package tours of
Beijing and Shanghai.
But there is quite a bit
more to see, and the
atmosphere is quite
different from the two
huge
cities
that
dominate
China
tourism.
Among the nicer
things about a visit to
Xian is that prices are generally lower here than in Beijing or Shanghai. Quality chain hotels are available
at shockingly low prices, so those package deals arent quite as amazing as they seem.
With a large tourism scene, there are plenty of restaurants with English-language menus around
town, but of course visitors will tend to get better value at places without them. Drinks here are cheap as
well, so this is a good stop for those who like to have a cocktail or three at night.
30/night
2.00
56.40
30.00
75.00
FACTS
Population
6,500,000
Metro area
8,500,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
China Yuan
Airports
Xian Xianyang
International
Airport (XIY)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type
City Wall of
Xian
Forest of
Steles
Grand
Mosque
Army of
Terracotta
Warriors and
Horses
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer
(bottle)
Price
(USD)
Student
adult
4.03
8.06
All ages
14.93
adult
3.73
Adult
student
22.39
11.19
1.49 3.58
1.79 4.48
3.73 8.96
0.90 2.99
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BEIJING, CHINA
Only 29.97 $ per day
1.Town
Beijing is one of the more expensive
cities in China, but its still a great bargain for
most Western tourists. Hotels are generally of
high quality, and the prices can be very
appealing, especially for those on package
tours.
The attractions in the city are also very
reasonably priced, though scammers and
hucksters are common, so its wise to do some
research and keep your wits about you.
Transportation is also very cheap, with the
buses and subways being especially good
bargains.
Food and drinks are also extremely cheap by most Western standards, though youll have to pay a
fair bit more for menus with English translations in tourist neighborhoods. Street food is one of the citys
great adventures, and prices are quite low.
45/night
10.00
60.00
36.00
45.00
FACTS
Population
22,000,000
Metro area
22,000,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Chinese Yuan
Airports
Beijing Capital
International
Airport (PEK)
3. About Attraction
Location
Great Wall (Badaling or
Juyongguan)
Forbidden City
Description
These two sections of the Wall
are closest to Beijing, and are
often part of bus tours. Prices
are a bit lower in the colder
months.
This huge complex is the other
must-see attraction in Beijing.
Type
Price (GBP)
adults
53.13
adults
8.96
Tiananmen Gate
Budget breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Cocktails (glass)
Beer (bottle,
retail)
McDonalds Big
Mac
Chinese-style breakfasts,
including noodles, can
be very cheap. Western
breakfasts will cost
much more.
Going to the places
where the locals eat will
get you great bargains
and authentic meals.
As always, bargains are
available, but fancier
places will charge a lot
more.
Avoid hotel bars and
nightclubs for the best
prices.
Mixed drinks are
available all over at a
wide range of prices.
Local Chinese beers can
be cheap if you buy
them to drink
elsewhere.
Big Macs are a decent
bargain in Beijing.
1.49 4.48
2.24 5.22
3.73 7.46
1.79 3.73
4.48 7.46
0.60 0.90
2.09
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TAIPEI, TAIWAN
Only 30.03 $ per day
1.Town
Taipei is an enormous city with things in
nearly every price range, but for most tourists it
might appear to be on the expensive side, at
least compared to mainland China, though
certainly cheaper than Japan. Its also quite a
bit more expensive than the rest of Taiwan, so
those touring the island can find reasonable
bargains at their other stops.
Hotels and hostels in Taipei are of
reasonable value, and standards tend to be
fairly high, even at most of the places near the
lower end of the spectrum. Food and drinks
also come in a wide spectrum on the price
scale, with famous street food and casual eats
at amazingly low prices considering the quality.
However, finding restaurants with English language menus in the lower price ranges is extremely
challenging.
The main attractions are reasonably priced compared to similar offerings elsewhere, so its possible
to get by on very little once you arrive if your budget is tight. Using public transportation also cuts way down
on costs, so even backpackers can manage Taipei if they can find a good hostel or cheap hotel.
400/night
40
204
150
200
FACTS
Population
2,600,000
Metro area
7,000,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Taiwan New
dollar
Airports
Taiwan
Taoyuan
International
Airport (TPE)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type
Taipei 101
observation
deck
National
Palace
Museum
This must-see
museum houses
more important
Chinese art than
anywhere else in the
world.
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.5L)
McDonalds
Big Mac
Price
(USD)
Adults
Under
12
15.91
14.32
adults
7.96
1.27
4.77
1.59
4.77
2.55
7.96
1.59
4.77
2.71
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SHANGHAI, CHINA
Only 34.10 $ per day
1.Town
Shanghai is certainly one of the most
fascinating cities in the world at this point, with
an explosion in modern buildings that have
made its once humble skyline into one of the
planets finest. This fast expansion has brought
the tourists, as well as millions of new
residents.
Compared to most of the rest of China,
Shanghai is quite expensive. Still, travelers on a
budget can find decent hotels at prices well
below those in Europe, and on a similar level
with much of the rest of larger Asian cities.
There are plenty of attractions that are
free or cheap so once you have a room you can get by on a limited budget. Food and drink prices vary
wildly, with street food and simple restaurants mostly patronized by local workers being quite cheap, while
tourist-oriented restaurants can be pricey.
45/night
6
72
60
40
FACTS
Population
19,000,000
Metro area
19,000,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Chinese Yuan
Airports
Shanghai
Pudong
International
Airport (PVG)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Yuyuan Gardens
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (pint)
Cocktails
(glass)
McDonalds
Big Mac
Beer (can,
retail)
1.79 5.22
2.69 5.97
4.48 8.96
2.99 4.48
4.48 7.46
2.09
0.60 0.90
Type
Price (USD)
adults
5.97
adults
46.27
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BORACAY ISLAND,
PHILIPPINES
Only 35.84 $ per day
1.Town
Boracay
(pronounced bora-KYE)
Island
is
the
Philippines
most
popular
beach
destination and once
you are there its still
quite
cheap
by
international standards.
White Beach along the
west coast is home to
about 90% of Boracays
hotels and its a lovely
place although quite
crowded in season.
Compared
to
elsewhere in Asia such as Phuket or Goa or Bali, Boracay Island is more of a mid-range destination for
costs. Demand in season is high so even basic hotels charge US$30 and up, and there is only one hostel
which isnt too cheap anyway. So Boracay is better for a splurge or a solid middle-class beach stay than for
the backpacker set. Boat Station 3 is cheapest while Boat Station 1 is mostly 4-star resorts.
There are fast-food restaurants and many Filipino places where all the locals eat that are quite
cheap, but once you sit down at a restaurant on or near the beach the price goes up. However, competition
is high so you can even get an all-you-can-eat buffet on the beach for a modest cost if you look around. For
drinking there are fruit juice stands everywhere and many cheap bars where San Miguel bottles can be
very cheap on all-day happy hour deals.
FACTS
600/night
100
588
150
250
Population
12,000
Metro area
12,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Phillippine peso
Airports
Catician Airport
(MPH), Kalibo
International Airport
(KLO)
3. About Attraction
Location
1-hour massage
on the beach
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer
(.33liter
bottle)
Rum and
coke or
gin and
soda
Description
Type
Price
(INR)
Cheap
Midrange
412.25
687.09
Dozens of tour
companies offer
snorkeling, fishing, and
island hopping trips from
their boats.
Cheap
Midrange
549.67
1030.63
137.42
274.83
206.13
412.25
329.80
549.67
68.71
164.90
68.71
164.90
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KUALA LUMPUR,
MALAYSIA
Only 39.50 $ per day
1.Town
Kuala Lumpur doesnt get nearly the
attention that its nearby neighbor of Singapore
does, but in many ways they are quite similar
and KL is noticeably cheaper as well. Its a very
modern city that nicely blends genuine Asian
experiences and culture with a slick facade that
makes visiting quite easy.
Hotels in Kuala Lumpur can be great
bargains, especially near the top end of the
range. You can sometimes find rooms in
legitimate 5-star hotels for what youd pay for a
1-star hotel in London. Lower-end hotels and even hostels offer quite good value in Kuala Lumpur as well.
Standards are generally high in all but the absolute cheapest hotels.
Partly since this isnt a hugely popular tourist destination for Westerners, most of the attractions are
priced more for an Asian budget, so things should seem cheap to most people. Food can be another great
bargain in this city, with a wide variety of cuisines available in all price ranges. If you head to the outdoor
food stalls like the locals you can get some excellent fare at very reasonable prices. Drinks can be relatively
expensive in bars, though in markets prices are rather affordable.
22.40/night
2.40
36.00
36.00
45.00
FACTS
Population
1,800,000
Metro area
7,200,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Malaysian
ringgit
Airports
Kuala Lumpur
International
Airport (KUL)
3. About Attraction
Location
Petronas Towers Skybridge &
Observation Deck
KL Hop-on Hop-off
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget dinner
Beer .5 liter
glass
McDonalds Big
Mac
Description
A tour includes both the 41st
floor Skybridge and the 86th
floor observation deck. First
come first served.
This tower has several
interesting attractions near
the top, in addition to the
observation deck. Some cost
extra.
All-day double-decker bus
tours hit all the main sights
in the city, and are good
value for those with only a
short stay.
Type
Price (USD)
Adults
children
19.28
7.23
Adults
children
12.53
7.47
Adults
children
10.84
5.78
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1.45 2.89
2.17 4.34
3.61 7.23
2.41 4.82
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12,070/night
2,500
16,200
7,500
12,000
FACTS
Population
10,500,000
Metro area
24,500,000
Time zone
UTC+9
Currency
South Korea
won
Airports
Incheon
International
Airport (ICN)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type Price
(USD)
Gyeongbokgung
Palace
Lotte World
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (pint)
Soju (360ml
bottle)
McDonalds
Big Mac
Seoul's royal
palace is a major
attraction. For one
price you can also
visit 3 other nearby
palaces.
A huge indoor
amusement park in
Seoul is popular
with locals and
tourists. Entry
including unlimited
rides is about 60%
more.
This company runs
3 all-day hop-on,
hop-off routes
around the city,
and each one lasts
around 2 hours if
you don't get off.
Doing just one
route is cheaper.
Adults
children
2.70
1.35
Adults
junior
43.24
37.84
child
34.23
adults
10.81
students
9.01
2.70 6.31
4.05 9.01
5.41 10.81
2.25 3.60
2.70 4.05
3.15
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129/night
5.00
144.00
72.00
40
Population
7,000,000
Metro area
7,000,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Hong Kong
dollar
Airports
Hong Kong
International
Airport
(HKG)
Location
Hong Kong
Disneyland
Victoria Peak
tram (return)
Sightseeing bus
tour
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (pint)
Cocktails
(glass)
Beer (.5L
can) retail
McDonalds
Big Mac
Description
Type
Price
(USD)
Adults
Ages 311
Ages
65+
64.30
45.75
Adults
Ages 311
5.15
2.32
Ages
65+
2.32
Adults
child
55.15
49.23
family
197.68
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12.89
3.22 6.44
4.51 9.02
7.73
15.46
3.09 - 7.73
3.87 7.73
0.77 1.16
2.45
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SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE
Only 55.52 $ per day
1.Town
Singapore is definitely
one of Asias jewels, and those
who are expecting a police state
are always surprised when they
actually arrive and find it all to
seem very normal. In recent
years, Singapore has gone from
one of Asias most expensive
cities to one of the worlds most
expensive cities, although its
still possible to visit on a
backpacker budget if you know
what you are doing.
Hotels and even hostels
in Singapore are now even more
expensive than those in Tokyo,
so this will be your biggest
expense. Youll find some
cheaper places mixed in the listings, but they will all be in inconvenient neighborhoods and often there will
be no window in the room. For a proper 3-star hotel (with a window), youll spend a small fortune. Food in
Singapore is one of the main highlights, with its famous hawker stalls all over the city preparing excellent
and generous meals for a very low cost, in very sanitary conditions. Drinks can be a bit expensive by Asian
standards, but happy hour bargains can be found. Restaurants meant for tourists can be expensive,
especially in the main hotel districts.
Transportation is cheap and most of the attractions are cheap or free, so really once you arrive and
find a hotel you can afford then its possible to have a great time without spending much more, unless, of
course, youve come mainly to shop.
19.60/night
1.60
25.20
18.00
15.00
FACTS
Population
5,000,000
Metro area
5,000,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Singapore
dollar
Airports
Singapore
Changi Airport
(SIN)
3. About Attraction
Location
Description
Sightseeing bus
tour
Amphibious Duck
city tour
Sentosa Island
admission
Marina Bay
Sands Skypark
ArtScience
Museum
Budget
breakfast
Budget lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (.63L
bottle)
Cocktails
(glass)
McDonalds
Big Mac
Single dish
at a hawker
center
Take a double-decker
hop-on, hop-off bus tour
of Singapore's most
popular attractions 24
hours.
These amphibious
vehicles tour the city for
an hour including about
half your time in the bay
itself. Discount for
booking online.
This island just off
Singapore is part theme
park, part beach resort,
plus many other things.
Individual attractions cost
extra.
The observation deck on
top of the MBS is
amazing, and you get a
short look at the infinity
pool if you sign up for one
of the 3 free tours each
day.
This flashy commercial
museum is part of Marina
Bay Sands. Individual
exhibitions are cheaper
than this all-access price.
Type Price
(USD)
adults
21.01
Adults
3-12
31.17
21.72
adults
2.90
Adults
Ages 212
16.67
12.32
Adults
Ages 212
18.12
11.59
4. About Food
2.90 5.80
3.62 7.25
8.70 14.49
3.62 - 6.52
7.25 10.87
3.22
2.17 3.62
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MACAU, CHINA
Only 55.72 $ per day
1.Town
Macau was a Portuguese territory for a
long time until its recent turnover to China, and
it still acts independently in many ways,
similarly to nearby Hong Kong. Its now known
mostly as the gambling capital of the world, and
a major destination for Hong Kong and China
locals.
Before the recent casino boom Macau
was known for its unique Portuguese colonial
influences, and most of that remains even
though its overshadowed by huge hotels. Its
still easy enough to stay in one of those older
sections and keep your budget under control.
Casino hotels in Macau can be pricey, especially on weekends, but budget accommodation does
exist as well. Food from traditional stand-alone restaurants and street stalls can be quite cheap, while
restaurants inthe fancy hotels is anything but.
Macau has its own currency, but weve used Hong Kong dollars here since they are essentially the
same value.
213/night
6.40
132.00
30.00
50.00
FACTS
Population
550,000
Metro area
550,000
Time zone
UTC+8
Currency
Macau
pataca
Airports
Macau
International
Airport
(MFM)
Macau Tower
bungy jump
Mount Fortress
Museum
This museum is
large and popular,
with displays
covering the city's
history and culture.
Adults
Ages
65+
15.46
7.73
Ages 311
7.73
st
1 jump
335.05
Adults
Ages
60+
1.93
1.03
Ages 311
1.03
3. About Attraction
4. About Food
Budget
breakfast
3.09 5.15
Budget
lunch
4.64 7.73
Budget
dinner
Beer (.33l
bottle)
Portuguese
wine (glass)
6.44 10.31
1.29 2.58
2.58 3.87
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TOKYO, JAPAN
Only 65.86 $ per day
1.Town
Tokyo
is
certainly one of the
worlds most expensive
city for tourists, but it
might not be as bad as
its reputation would
have you believe. Hotel
bargains can be found
through most of the
year, especially if you
book well in advance,
and many or most of
the
things
youll
probably be coming to
see are free.
Food and drink
have a reputation for
being outrageously expensive in Tokyo, but thats a bit misleading. If you want to eat in upscale restaurants
or hotels then youll pay dearly, but if you are interested in eating bowls of noodles or rice, like most of the
locals do each day, then it can be done on a more modest budget. They key to surviving cheaply in Tokyo
is being flexible and behaving like a local while you are there.
Transportation is reasonably priced, especially if you opt for the all-day metro ticket. The city is
basically a collection of villages so its hard to see much on foot because each central area is spaced out
from the others.
2,200/night
340
2,520
1,800
1,000
FACTS
Population
8,700,000
Metro area
12,800,000
Time zone
UTC+9
Currency
Japanese yen
Airports
Narita
International
Airport (NRT),
Haneda
Airport (HND)
3. About Attraction
Location Description Type
Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo Tower
Price
(USD)
adults
12 - 17
66.54
57.86
4 - 11
43.40
Adults
children
24.11
11.57
Adult
student
8.68
4.62
4. About Food
Budget
breakfast
Budget
lunch
Budget
dinner
Beer (pint)
Beer (can)
McDonalds
Big Mac
4.82 9.64
5.79 11.57
9.64 17.36
5.79 9.64
2.41
3.33
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