A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Agadir vs. Barcelona for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Agadir or Barcelona?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Agadir and Barcelona can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Agadir or Barcelona?

Agadir

Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.

Barcelona

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of over 1.5 million people. It's also the capital of Catalonia and is located on the northeastern part of the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is one of the country's most popular travel destinations because of its rich history, interesting architecture, and vibrant culture. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Summer Olympic games and that had a strong influence over tourism in the area. Many different neighborhoods were renovated and rebuilt. Modern design became the norm in many parts of the city, although there is still an old city feel and many efforts at preservation.

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Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Agadir?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Agadir is $59, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is $167. 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 Agadir and Barcelona in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Agadir $41
    Barcelona $103
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Agadir $82
    Barcelona $206
Compare Hotels in Agadir and Barcelona

Looking for a hotel in Agadir or Barcelona? 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.

Hotels in Agadir


Hotels in Barcelona


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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: Agadir Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Agadir $4.19
    Barcelona $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:


  • CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir
    $13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:

  • Agadir Tamraght Taghazout Paradise Valley & Lunch Transfers: $11
  • shutlle transfer agadir airport to hotels city center : $11
  • Taxi Transfer Agadir Airoport: $11
  • Shuttle bus transfers agadir and taghazout: $11
  • Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $12
  • Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers Agadir or Taghazout: $12
  • Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $12
  • Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $14
  • Airport Private Transfer: $15
  • Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $15
  • Sunset Camel Ride in Agadir or Taghazout With Transfers: $17
  • Agadir Airport: Premium Transfer to Taghazout or Agadir 24/7: $20

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:


  • 10 Trip Metro Ticket
    $8.36
  • Airport Bus
    $5.36
  • Metro
    $2.25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:

  • One-Way Shared Transfer to/from Airport and City: $9.84
  • Roca Village Shopping Mall Transfers: $13
  • Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona Center Port : $17
  • Transfer departure Shuttle Barcelona City to Barcelona Port: $18
  • Barcelona Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) Private Transfer: $25
  • Transfer arrival Shuttle Barcelona Airport to La Pineda: $27
  • Transfer to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona: $27
  • Taxi - Cab - Private transfer from Barcelona City Centre to Barcelona airport: $28
  • Barcelona Private Airport Arrival Transfer to City Cente: $29
  • Private Transfer: El-Prat Airport (BCN) to Barcelona City Center: $31
  • Book Barcelona City to Cruise Port Private Transfer: $31
  • Barcelona Airport Departure Transfers: $31

Is it cheaper to fly into Agadir or Barcelona?

Prices for flights to both Barcelona and Agadir 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Agadir $13
    Barcelona $35
Typical Food Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:


  • Dinner
    $23
  • Dinner
    $7.48

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.

  • Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $17
  • From Sunset Camel Ride w/ Transfers, Optional Dinner: $17
  • Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $18
  • Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $19
  • Camel Ride Tour with Tea and Dinner Option: $20
  • Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
  • From Agadir or Taghazout: Camel Ride BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $28
  • From Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner and Transfer: $29
  • Agadir Camel Trek Sunset Tour with Dinner Barbecue: $31
  • Sunset Camel Safari with Moroccan Dinner & BBQ: $32
  • Agadir Camel Riding +Sunset and Dinner( barbecue): $33
  • Sunset Horse Ride With Dinner: $36

Typical Food Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:


  • Hot Cocoa & Churro
    $4.45
  • Sandwich
    $1.82
  • Baguette & Horchata
    $4.07
  • Tapas on the beach
    $8.88
  • Gelatto
    $2.68

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.

  • Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $21
  • Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $21
  • Flamenco at El Patio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $27
  • Walking Tour + Flamenco + Tapas Dinner (choose options): $27
  • Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $30
  • La Barceloneta: Tapas Food Tour: $37
  • Barcelona La Barceloneta Tapas Food Tour: $38
  • Barcelona Street Food Tour: Local Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $43
  • Boqueria Market & Barrio Gotico Street Food Tour: $56
  • Wine Tasting and Tapas 5-Course Pairing Dinner: $59
  • Paella Cooking Experience & Wine: $59
  • Paella Cooking Experience and Wine in Barcelona: $60

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Agadir $3.20
    Barcelona $36
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:


  • Show Tickets
    $2.24

Tours and Activities in Agadir

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:

  • Guided tour of Argan Oil production factory for organic cosmetics: $4.36
  • Argan Oil Factory Tour: $5.15
  • Agadir or Taghazout : Sunday Market Souk El Had Guided Tour: $7.93
  • Crocoparc Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $9.62
  • Agadir : City Sightseeing Tour: $10
  • From Agadir/Taghazout: Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountain Tour: $12
  • Paradise Valley swimming Tour From Agadir & Taghazout: $12
  • Agadir Half Day Sightseeing Tour City : $13
  • City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Attraction: $14
  • City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Visit: $14
  • Explore Agadir Souk El Had With a Licensed Tour Guide: $14
  • Agadir City Tour - Half Day - Guided By Couscous: $14

Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:


  • Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass
    $45
  • Souvenir Gaudi Book
    $9.16
  • Admission to Museo Picasso
    $6.43

Tours and Activities in Barcelona

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:

  • Self-Guided Tours 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $2.14
  • History & Legends Comedy Tour: Barcelona Gothic Quarter: $2.94
  • Gaudí Free Tour in English: $3.21
  • Barcelona Free Tour: Gaudi Highlights and La Sagrada Famila: $3.21
  • Alternative Free Tour of the Raval: $3.21
  • Gothic Quarter Free Walking Tour in English: $3.21
  • Gaudí Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Sagrada Familia Comedy Tour: $3.26
  • Barcelona Gothic Quarter: History&Legends Comedy Tour: $3.26
  • Self-Guided Tours 150+ Captivating Audio Stories: $3.26
  • Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia Tour: $3.27
  • Sagrada Familia Exterior Free Tour: Stories, Secrets & Symbolism: $3.27

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Agadir -
    Barcelona $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:

  • Barcelona Pub Crawl by King - Bar & Nightclub Hopping Tour: $14
  • Barcelona Pub Crawl by KING - Nightlife Party Experience: $16
  • Estrella Damm Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $16
  • Night Pub Crawl Tour in Barcelona: $16
  • Barcelona Bar Crawl: 4+ Venues, Free shots, Free Club Entry: $19
  • Estrella Damm Old Brewery Tour with Tasting: $21
  • Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $22
  • Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $23
  • Barcelona Bar Crawl: $26
  • Barcelona Weekend Pub Crawl with 1.5 hour open bar@Hostel: $27
  • Catalan Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour & VIP Club Entry: $29
  • Barcelona Art & Wine Tour: $31


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agadir and Barcelona, we can see that Barcelona is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Agadir is in Africa and Barcelona is in Europe, 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 Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Barcelona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Barcelona than you might in Agadir.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agadir Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Agadir or Barcelona?

Barcelona has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Agadir. When comparing the sizes of Agadir and Barcelona, 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 Agadir or Barcelona?

Barcelona has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Agadir experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Agadir or Barcelona in the Summer?

Both Barcelona and Agadir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Barcelona in the summer for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Agadir is generally a little warmer than Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Agadir average around 26°C (79°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Barcelona. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. Agadir usually receives less sunshine than Barcelona during summer. Agadir gets 253 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Agadir usually receives less rain than Barcelona. Agadir gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Agadir 26°C (79°F) 
    Barcelona 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Agadir or Barcelona in the Autumn?

Both Barcelona and Agadir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Barcelona for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Agadir is a little warmer than Barcelona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Agadir averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Barcelona fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Agadir. In the autumn, Agadir often gets more sunshine than Barcelona. Agadir gets 238 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 181 hours of full sun.

Agadir usually gets less rain in October than Barcelona. Agadir gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Agadir 22°C (72°F) 
    Barcelona 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Agadir or Barcelona in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Agadir and Barcelona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Agadir year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Barcelona because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Agadir is much warmer than Barcelona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Agadir in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Barcelona averages at about 9°C (48°F).

In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Agadir usually receives more sunshine than Barcelona during winter. Agadir gets 223 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 146 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Agadir usually receives less rain than Barcelona. Agadir gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Agadir 15°C (59°F) 
    Barcelona 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Agadir or Barcelona in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Agadir as well as Barcelona. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Barcelona this time of year.

In April, Agadir is generally a little warmer than Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Agadir average around 19°C (66°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Barcelona. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. In the spring, Agadir often gets more sunshine than Barcelona. Agadir gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 204 hours of full sun.

Agadir usually gets less rain in April than Barcelona. Agadir gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Agadir 19°C (66°F) 
    Barcelona 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Barcelona and Agadir

Agadir Barcelona
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 15°C (59°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 9°C (48°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 10°C (50°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in) 11°C (52°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 13°C (55°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 16°C (61°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 20°C (67°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 1 mm (0 in) 23°C (74°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 21°C (70°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 13°C (55°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 10°C (49°F) 50 mm (2 in)