Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Catania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Catania or Rabat?
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 Catania and Rabat can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Catania or Rabat?
Catania
Located on the east coast of Sicily, Catania is at the base of Mount Etna, which is the largest volcano in Europe. It's also the island's second largest city and a major transportation center for the area. With almost one million residents in the metropolitan area, the city serves as an important economic base and university town for Sicily. It's a vibrant city with a young population, a lively downtown, and an excellent nightlife. The city has an abundance of Sicilian Baroque architecture and the downtown area, where much of it is this architecture is concentrated, has been declared a World Heritage Site.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatania €120Rabat €41
The average daily cost (per person) in Catania is €120, while the average daily cost in Rabat is €41. 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 Catania and Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatania €65Rabat €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatania €130Rabat €50
Compare Hotels in Catania and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Catania or Rabat? 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: Catania Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Catania €20Rabat €1.97
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Catania:
- From 1-Way Private Airport Transfer to Palermo: $775
- Catania Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Palermo by Car: $722
- TAXI Transfer from CATANIA to Capo d'Orlando (or vice versa): $421
- From Catania Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Agrigento: $373
- Private TAXI transfer from Catania to Agrigento or viceversa: $332
- Catania Airport to/from Verdura Resort Transfer: $321
- From Private transfer to Agrigento Temples: $320
- Private Transfer from Catania to PORTOROSA marina yachting: $310
- Private Transfer From Catania to Palermo or vice versa: $256
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to PALERMO (or VICEVERSA): $233
- Private TAXI transfer from CATANIA to MESSINA or viceversa: $230
- Private TAXI Transfer from Catania to Comiso (or viceversa): $214
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale€3.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rabat to Rabat Salé Airport: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $26
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $41
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Private transfer: from Casablanca to Rabat: $59
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $64
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Catania or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Catania 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 dayCatania €41Rabat €12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Catania.
- Catania Street Food Tour: Fish Market & City Centre: $38
- Catania Street Food Tour: $52
- Cooking class & visit to the Catania Historical market: $59
- Patisserie Food tour: $60
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $63
- Food tour of Catania by night: $64
- Catania Street Food Tour: $67
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $73
- Aci Trezza boat tour with dinner on board: $85
- Cooking Class Tiramisù: $95
- Cooking Class Arancini in Catania: $96
- Cooking class Pizza: $96
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $75
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $75
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $75
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
- Gourmet Cooking Class in Rabat: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catania €19Rabat €2.66
Tours and Activities in Catania
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Catania are as follows:
- From Catania, Syracuse and Taormina: fly fishing experience: $240
- Taormina and Castelmola private tour with traditional lunch: $272
- 2 hours guided tour of Catania: $40
- 3-Hour Catania Segway PT Authorized Tour: $118
- Agrigento and Piazza Armerina day tour: $131
- BOAT TOUR WITH APERITIF ON BOARD IN THE CYCLOPS ISLANDS: $64
- Baroque shades of Sicily (Noto, Modica and Ragusa day tour): $120
- Benedictine Monastery of Guided tour in English: $11
- Boat tour to the Ulysses caves with swimming guide: $84
- Boat trip and tour Savoca and Taormina: $142
- Catania : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Catania Bike Tour with Tasting food: $182
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Guided Bike Tour: $1.55
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Private Surf Experience in Rabat: $44
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $65
- Private Guided Tour in Rabat City: $76
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatania €18Rabat -
Sample the Local Flavors in Catania
Also in Catania, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volcanic Wine Tasting in a Metropolitan Market: $48
- Wine Tasting in the South Slope of Etna: $50
- Etna: Urban Winery, Vineyards Walk & Wine Tasting at Sunset: $62
- Wine tour in Catania: $102
- Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania: $116
- Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania: $126
- From Mt.Etna picnic and wine tasting: $128
- Guided Tour of Etna with Wine Tasting & Appetizers: $139
- Etna trekking and wine tasting: $147
- Tour Etna & Wine Tasting: $158
- Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting: $265
- From Catania/Taormina: Mount Etna Private Wine Tasting Tour: $433
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catania and Rabat, we can see that Catania is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Catania is in Europe and Rabat 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Catania would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catania than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catania Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Catania or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Catania. When comparing the sizes of Catania and Rabat, 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 Catania or Rabat?
Catania has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Catania or Rabat in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Catania as well as Rabat. Many travelers come to Catania for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
Catania is a little warmer than Rabat in the summer. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Rabat fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Catania this time of the year. In the summer, Catania often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Catania gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets more rain in July than Rabat. Catania gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCatania 26°C (79°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Catania or Rabat in the Autumn?
Both Rabat and Catania are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Catania in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Catania is around the same temperature as Rabat. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Catania in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Rabat averages at about 20°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during autumn. Catania gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Catania. In October, Catania usually receives more rain than Rabat. Catania gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCatania 19°C (67°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Catania or Rabat in the Winter?
Both Rabat and Catania during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Catania for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
In January, Catania is generally cooler than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Catania average around 10°C (51°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the winter, Catania often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Catania gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.
Catania usually gets less rain in January than Rabat. Catania gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCatania 10°C (51°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Catania or Rabat in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Catania and Rabat. The spring months attract visitors to Catania because of the beaches and the activities around the city. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Catania is around the same temperature as Rabat in the spring. The daily temperature in Catania averages around 15°C (58°F) in April, and Rabat fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Catania, it's very sunny this time of the year. Catania usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during spring. Catania gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Catania usually receives less rain than Rabat. Catania gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCatania 15°C (58°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Catania
| Catania | Rabat | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (65°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (74°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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