Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Accra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Accra or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Tangier, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Accra or Tangier?
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Safaris in Ghana, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAccra $38Tangier $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $38, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $61. 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 Accra and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $19Tangier $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $38Tangier $46
Compare Hotels in Accra and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Tangier? 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: Accra Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $16Tangier $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $130
- Historic Slave Walking Tour of Jamestown with Transfers: $127
- Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $115
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $109
- Arrival Transfer From Accra Airport To Hotel: $100
- Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Ferry Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $19
- Tangier Airport Transfers: $23
- Tangier Private Transfers: $23
- One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer to Tangier from Tangier City Port : $25
- Private Transfer to Tangier City from Airport or Vice Versa: $25
- Private Airport Transfers: $25
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $27
- Private Transfer : Tangier Airport (TNG) ⇆ Tangier City: $28
- Transfer Tangier Airport to Tangier City: $33
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Accra 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 dayAccra $9.47Tangier $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Private Ghanaian Cuisine Cooking Class: $40
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Cooking Class: $75
- Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $78
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Cooking Class with Auntie KK in Osu: $89
- Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $94
- Ghanaian Cooking Class Authentic Tour: $100
- Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $128
- Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $203
- Ghanaian Local Foods Cooking Class: $216
- Food Tour in Accra: $273
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $3.39Tangier $20
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
- Accra City Tour: $161
- Accra Private Surfing Experience with Pick Up: $250
- Accra Zoo, Canopy Walk and Botanical Gardens Private Tour: $145
- 3 Days Special Tour of Ghana: $950
- 6 Hours Cape Coast Tour: $210
- 6-Day Electric Enchantment-Off the grid Tour: $1,650
- A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
- Aburi Botanical Gardens And Boti Falls Private Tour: $220
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Cocoa farm - Private Tour: $168
- Accra - Guided City Tour: $100
- Accra - Guided city Tour of Accra & Beads making Experience: $120
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus: $14
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
- From Marrakesh: Discover Essaouira Full-Day Tour: $17
- Tangier Stroll: Public Guided Tour: $17
- Tangier walking tour: $17
- Tangier Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $25
- Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
- Tangier Guided Walking Experience: $26
- Touristic guide: $28
- Walking Tour Tangier Medina: $31
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $31
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $4.86Tangier $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Tangier, we can see that Tangier is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Tangier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tangier than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or Tangier?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tangier. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Tangier, 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 Accra or Tangier?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Accra or Tangier in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Accra as well as Tangier. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
Accra usually gets more rain in July than Tangier. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Accra is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 25°C (77°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAccra 25°C (77°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Accra or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Accra usually receives less rain than Tangier. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Accra is a little warmer than Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAccra 26°C (79°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Accra or Tangier in the Winter?
Both Tangier and Accra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
Tangier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Accra usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Accra is much warmer than Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Accra in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAccra 27°C (81°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Accra or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Tangier. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Accra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Tangier. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Accra is generally much warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 28°C (82°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAccra 28°C (82°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Accra
| Accra | Tangier | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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