Which place is cheaper, Barcelona or Dar es Salaam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam and Barcelona can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Barcelona?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $463Barcelona $204
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $463, while the average daily cost in Barcelona is $204. 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 Dar es Salaam and Barcelona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $424Barcelona $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $848Barcelona $208
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Barcelona
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam 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.
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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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Barcelona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $13Barcelona $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zanzibar Airport Shared Taxi Transfer to Any Hotel: $35
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $50
- Half-Day City Tour with Transfers: $59
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
- Private Airport Transfers in Dar: $60
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Transfer from dar es salaam to morogoro: $203
- Dar es Salaam Aya Sophia Wildlife, Beach, Lunch and Transfers: $217
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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10 Trip Metro Ticket$8.88
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Airport Bus$5.69
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Metro$2.39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Barcelona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Barcelona:
- Private VIP Transfer Barcelona - Benidorm: $510
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Port Aventura: $298
- Private Transfer Tarragona Port to Barcelona/Hotels: $298
- Transfer airport Barcelona to Barcelona city centre. (1 to 15 pax): $295
- Montserrat Half Day Private Guided Tour with Transfers: $286
- Montserrat RoundTrip Transfer with lunch (optional): $285
- Private Arrival Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Sitges: $275
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar: $275
- Private and Customizable Transfer from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar: $263
- La Roca Village: private Round-Trip Transfer: $246
- Private Transfer from Barcelona (BCN) airport to Girona City: $243
- Port Aventura Private Transfer Service: $237
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Barcelona?
Prices for flights to both Barcelona and Dar es Salaam 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 dayDar es Salaam $31Barcelona $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dar es Salaam
For Dar es Salaam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dar es Salaam Old Town Walking and Food Tour With Transfers: $70
Typical Food Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of dining costs in Barcelona are as follows:
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Hot Cocoa & Churro$4.73
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Sandwich$1.94
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Baguette & Horchata$4.33
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Tapas on the beach$9.43
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Gelatto$2.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Barcelona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Barcelona.
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $40
- Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option: $40
- Barcelona Paella and Sangria Cooking Experience: $56
- Barcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience: $68
- Barcelona : Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Exclusive Tour: $68
- Plant Based Food Tour in Barcelona: $73
- Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks in Barcelona: $74
- Barcelona Tapas & Local Food Tour: Traditional Taverns & Gems: $79
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Paella, Sangria & 8+ Local Tastings: $89
- Rooftop Paella Cooking Class Experience in Barcelona with Sangria: $94
- Authentic spanish tapas cooking class in barcelona: $102
- Ultimate Tapas & Traditions of Barcelona Food Tour: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Barcelona $37
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Dar es Salaam Walking Tour Old Town, History and Hidden Gems: $15
- Nightlife and Local Food Experience in Dar es Salaam: $20
- Dar es Salaam Swahili City Walking Tour: $25
- Dar es Salaam Masaki Walking Tuk-Tuk Fish Market & Sunset Tour: $30
- Dar es Salaam City Tour: Experience & Insights Tanzanian culture: $41
- Private Sinda Island Tour Snorkeling Swimming and Nature Walk: $65
- Private Mbudya Island Retreat Adventure from Dar Es Salaam: $82
- Zanzibar Spice Farm and Stone Town Tour: $90
- Dar es Salaam Full-Day City Tour and Tanzanian Food Experience: $90
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
- Dar es Salaam City Tour & 360 Degree Revolving Dining Experience: $99
- Dar es Salaam City Walking tour - Explore the Life of the Local People!: $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Barcelona
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Barcelona are as follows:
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Picasso Walking Tour and Museum Pass$48
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Souvenir Gaudi Book$9.74
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Admission to Museo Picasso$6.83
Tours and Activities in Barcelona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Barcelona are as follows:
- 'The Cathedral of the Sea' Walking Book Tour: $228
- "The Shadow of the Wind" Novel Walking Tour: $21
- 1 Day Private Sailing Tour from Sitges: $109
- 1 hour Shared Sailing Tour in Barcelona with Open Bar & Snacks: $29
- 2 Wineries Small Group Tour with Free Hotel PickUp from Sitges: $126
- 2 hour French tour in the historic centre of Barcelona: $27
- 2 hour Sunrise Sailing Tour in Barcelona: $102
- 2-Hour Private Photo Walking Tour: $115
- 2-Hour Small Group Cruise from Barcelona: $63
- 20 min Barceloneta and the Beach Supercar City Tour: $112
- 2h Private visit to the National Art Museum MNAC with tickets: $212
- 3 Hour Gravel Cycling in Barcelona. Private guided tour w/pick up: $126
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.49Barcelona $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Barcelona
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Barcelona:
- Barcelona Bar Crawl: 3 Hosted Bars + VIP Club Entry: $17
- Pub Crawl 4 nightclubs + skip-the-line entry: $17
- Largest Bar Crawl in Barcelona: $17
- Pub Crawl Barcelona | 4h Experience | Club Entry: $17
- Barcelona Rooftop Party + Bar crawl with VIP Club Entry: $23
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $23
- Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl with Hidden Bars & Optional Tapas: $27
- Go out like a local, pub Crawl / Tour in Raval - Barcelona: $31
- Magic Montjuïc Tour, Wine Tasting & Best photo spots!: $34
- Winery tour & wine tasting in Penedès region 40min from Barcelona: $37
- Wine Tasting Experience in Barcelona: $40
- Hidden gem. 5 Wine Tasting Experience in La Licorera Est. 1932: $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Barcelona, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Barcelona much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam 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 Barcelona would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Barcelona 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 Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Barcelona.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Barcelona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Barcelona?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Barcelona. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam or Barcelona?
Barcelona has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Barcelona in the Summer?
Both Barcelona and Dar es Salaam during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts 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.
Dar es Salaam is around the same temperature as Barcelona in the summer. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Barcelona fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Barcelona, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dar es Salaam. In the summer, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 308 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in July than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Barcelona 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Barcelona in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Barcelona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Also, 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.
In the autumn, Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Barcelona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Dar es Salaam in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Barcelona averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Barcelona during autumn. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Barcelona 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Barcelona in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Barcelona. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Barcelona because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Barcelona. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 28°C (82°F), and Barcelona fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the winter, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Barcelona receives 146 hours of full sun.
Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in January than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Barcelona 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Barcelona in the Spring?
Both Barcelona and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Barcelona this time of year.
Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Barcelona in the spring. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Barcelona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Barcelona. Dar es Salaam usually receives less sunshine than Barcelona during spring. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Barcelona receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Dar es Salaam. In April, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Barcelona. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Barcelona receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Barcelona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Barcelona and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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