Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Cordoba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cordoba or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cordoba and Tangier 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: Cordoba or Tangier?
Cordoba
Cordoba is a Spanish city located in the southern province of Andalusia. With a culture embedded in Islamic heritage, the city is home to many architectural gems, the most significant being La Mezquita. Andalucía's major river, the Guadalquivir, flows just below the Mezquita, and the riverfront streets are bustling with lively restaurants and bars. Other popular centers of activity include the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, and the Old City.
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 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, 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 dayCordoba €127Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Cordoba 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 Cordoba and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCordoba €68Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCordoba €136Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Cordoba and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Cordoba 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: Cordoba Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cordoba €28Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cordoba:
- Private Transfer from Córdoba to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $295
- Cordoba to Granada Private Transfer: $241
- Private Transfer from Montilla to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $223
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $131
- Private transfer in Cordoba from Airport or Train Station: $72
- Medina Azahara Cordoba, with Transfer by Bus: $34
- Guided tour of Medina Azahara with transfer from Córdoba: $27
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: $18
- Tangier Private Transfers: $23
- One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer to Tangier City from Airport or Vice Versa: $25
- Private Transfer to Tangier from Tangier City Port : $25
- Private Airport Transfers: $25
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Private Transfer: Tangier Airport (TNG): $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
- Transfer from Ibn Battuta airport to Tangier center: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Cordoba or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Cordoba 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 dayCordoba €34Tangier €19
Typical Food Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of dining costs in Cordoba are as follows:
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Ice Cream€1.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cordoba.
- Feed the Fire Cordoba Cooking Class & Market Tour: $153
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:
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $30
- Tangier Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $30
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $52
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $65
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour : $70
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $70
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $70
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- 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.Cordoba €25Tangier €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cordoba
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cordoba are as follows:
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Garden Entrance Fee€6.00
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cordoba are as follows:
- 2-Night Cordoba Experience: City Tour and Arabian Spa Entrance: $196
- 3-Hour Tour from Cordoba to the Site of Medina Azahara: $31
- 3-hour Private Tour of Córdoba: $17
- A Self-Guided Tour of Córdoba’s History City of Caliphs: $9.99
- Alcazar Skip the Line Guided Tour: $20
- Alcazar of Cordoba Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket: $20
- Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus: $65
- Authentic Patios of Cordoba Guided Tour: $20
- Best of Cordoba Guided Tour : $46
- Bike Tour Córdoba: $31
- Córdoba Highlight Walking Tour: $31
- Córdoba Rooftop and Terraces Experience: $102
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Tangier Stroll: Public Guided Tour: $14
- 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 walking tour: $17
- Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
- Tangier Guided Walking Experience: $26
- Touristic guide: $28
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $30
- Walking Tour Tangier Medina: $30
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCordoba €37Tangier €9.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cordoba:
- Evening Wine Tasting Córdoba: $26
- Evening Local Wine Tasting in Córdoba: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cordoba and Tangier, we can see that Cordoba is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cordoba 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 Cordoba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cordoba 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 Cordoba Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cordoba or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cordoba. When comparing the sizes of Cordoba 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 Cordoba or Tangier?
Cordoba 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 Cordoba or Tangier in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cordoba as well as Tangier. The summer months attract visitors to Cordoba because of the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the summer, Cordoba is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cordoba in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Tangier averages at about 24°C (74°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cordoba this time of the year. In the summer, Cordoba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Cordoba gets 358 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun.
Cordoba usually gets more rain in July than Tangier. Cordoba gets 5 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 JulyCordoba 27°C (81°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Cordoba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cordoba this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Cordoba is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Cordoba average around 19°C (66°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cordoba. Cordoba usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during autumn. Cordoba gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cordoba usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tangier. Cordoba gets 69 mm (2.7 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 OctoberCordoba 19°C (66°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Tangier in the Winter?
Both Tangier and Cordoba during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Cordoba for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
Cordoba is cooler than Tangier in the winter. The daily temperature in Cordoba averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the winter, Cordoba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Cordoba gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun.
Tangier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cordoba usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Cordoba gets 82 mm (3.2 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 JanuaryCordoba 10°C (50°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Cordoba or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cordoba and Tangier. Many visitors come to Cordoba in the spring for the natural beauty. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Cordoba is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cordoba in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Tangier averages at about 15°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Cordoba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cordoba usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during spring. Cordoba gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cordoba usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tangier. Cordoba gets 64 mm (2.5 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 AprilCordoba 16°C (60°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Cordoba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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