A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Chefchaouen vs. Girona for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Chefchaouen or Girona?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Chefchaouen and Girona can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Chefchaouen or Girona?

Chefchaouen

To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.

Girona

Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.


Which place is cheaper, Girona or Chefchaouen?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Chefchaouen is $57, while the average daily cost in Girona is $150. 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 Chefchaouen and Girona in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Chefchaouen $24
    Girona $74
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Chefchaouen $48
    Girona $148
Compare Hotels in Chefchaouen and Girona

Looking for a hotel in Chefchaouen or Girona? 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 Chefchaouen


Hotels in Girona


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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: Chefchaouen Hotel Prices and Girona Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Chefchaouen $15
    Girona $52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen

Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $23
  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
  • Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
  • Vice versa transfer to chefchaouen with optional tour guide: $64
  • Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $74
  • From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
  • Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $82
  • Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $99
  • transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $107
  • Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $113
  • One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
  • Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $119

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Girona

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:

  • Private Transfer from Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar to Barcelona: $262
  • Transfer from Barcelona to girona Airport: $196
  • Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
  • Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) Departure Private Transfer: $60
  • Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $33
  • Girona Airport Bus Transfer from/to Barcelona Center: $21

Is it cheaper to fly into Chefchaouen or Girona?

Prices for flights to both Girona and Chefchaouen 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
    Chefchaouen $18
    Girona $44
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:


  • Lunch for Two
    $8.97
  • Dinner for Two
    $9.97
  • Cupcake
    $0.30
  • Nutella and Yogurt
    $1.99

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen

For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
  • Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
  • 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
  • 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
  • Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
  • Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
  • Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
  • Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
  • Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
  • Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $122

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Girona

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

  • The 11 tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $88
  • Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $91
  • Girona Evening Food Tour & Tapas Bar Experience: $95
  • The 11 Tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $96
  • Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $97

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Chefchaouen $17
    Girona $26

Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.

  • Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
  • Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
  • Tour by local guide : $16
  • Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
  • From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
  • From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
  • Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
  • Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
  • From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
  • Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
  • Discover the Blue Pearl - A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $38
  • Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $38

Tours and Activities in Girona

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

  • 2h Guided Kayak Tour on the Costa Brava: $44
  • Basic Dali Experience & Costa Brava from Girona or Palamos: $196
  • Cadaqués & Dalí House-Museum day trip from Girona (tickets included): $158
  • Dalí Museum and Costa Brava Small Group Tour from Girona: $152
  • E-ticket to Girona's Cathedral, Art Museum & S.t Feliu Church: $29
  • Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $6.54
  • Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket: $7.74
  • From Dalí Museum and Girona Small Group Tour: $149
  • From Dalí Museum, Cadaqués and Creus Cape Tour: $149
  • Girona - Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
  • Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $6.42
  • Girona City Tour Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Chefchaouen $14
    Girona $10

Sample the Local Flavors in Girona

Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Spanish Wine Tasting in the Costa Brava: $82
  • Local Wineries Tour with Breakfast and Wine Tasting: $149


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

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


Which is Bigger, Chefchaouen or Girona?

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

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

Should I visit Chefchaouen or Girona in the Summer?

Both Girona and Chefchaouen during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Girona for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Chefchaouen is generally around the same temperature as Girona. Daily temperatures in Chefchaouen average around 24°C (74°F), and Girona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In Girona, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. In the summer, Chefchaouen often gets more sunshine than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 279 hours of full sun.

Chefchaouen usually gets less rain in July than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Girona receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F) 
    Girona 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Chefchaouen or Girona in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Chefchaouen and Girona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round. Also, many visitors come to Girona in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

Chefchaouen is a little warmer than Girona in the autumn. The daily temperature in Chefchaouen averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Girona fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Girona during autumn. Chefchaouen gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 170 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Girona receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F) 
    Girona 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Chefchaouen or Girona in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Chefchaouen as well as Girona. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Girona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

In the winter, Chefchaouen is much warmer than Girona. Typically, the winter temperatures in Chefchaouen in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Girona averages at about 8°C (46°F).

In the winter, Chefchaouen often gets more sunshine than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 148 hours of full sun.

Chefchaouen receives a lot of rain in the winter. Chefchaouen usually gets more rain in January than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Girona receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F) 
    Girona 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Chefchaouen or Girona in the Spring?

Both Girona and Chefchaouen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Girona because of the small town charm and the natural beauty.

In April, Chefchaouen is generally a little warmer than Girona. Daily temperatures in Chefchaouen average around 15°C (60°F), and Girona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Girona during spring. Chefchaouen gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Girona. Chefchaouen gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Girona receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F) 
    Girona 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Girona and Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen Girona
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 127 mm (5 in) 8°C (46°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 13°C (56°F) 137 mm (5.4 in) 9°C (48°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 11°C (51°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 16°C (62°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 21°C (69°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 24°C (74°F) 1 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 21°C (70°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 113 mm (4.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 144 mm (5.7 in) 9°C (47°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)