Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Tangier?
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 Alicante and Tangier can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Tangier?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
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 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, 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 dayAlicante €127Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Tangier is €57. 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 Alicante and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Alicante 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Puerto Lumbreras : $281
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Azohia: $269
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Drova (urbanisation): $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Bolnuevo: $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to la Manga Puerto Maestre: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cehegin: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Manga strip dos Mares: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cabo de Palos: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gandia: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Campo sol Golf Resort : $226
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Orba: $218
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Oliva: $218
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier Airport to Chefchaouen: $87
- "Fez to Marrakech: Enjoy a Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $205
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Tanger Private Transfer: $216
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- From Fes: Transfer to Tangier passing by Chefchaouen: $96
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
- One Way transfer from Fes to Tanger passing by chefchaouen: $82
- One-Way Transfer from Tanger to Fez: $154
- One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72Tangier €19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.59
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.Alicante €53Tangier €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
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
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $31
- Walking Tour Tangier Medina: $31
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Tangier €9.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Tangier, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alicante is in Europe and Tangier is in Africa, 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 Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Alicante. When comparing the sizes of Alicante 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 Alicante or Tangier?
Alicante has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alicante or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Alicante during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In July, Alicante is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 25°C (77°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the summer, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets more rain in July than Tangier. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Tangier in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Tangier. Many visitors come to Alicante in the autumn for the shopping scene. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Alicante is around the same temperature as Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Alicante usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tangier. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Tangier. Most visitors come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the winter, Alicante is cooler than Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alicante in January average around 11°C (52°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the winter, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tangier. Alicante usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Tangier in the Spring?
Both Tangier and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Alicante is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 16°C (60°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Alicante usually receives less rain than Tangier. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Alicante
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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