A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Casablanca for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Casablanca?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Evora and Casablanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Evora or Casablanca?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Evora?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Evora is €109, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is €67. 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 Evora and Casablanca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Casablanca 40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Casablanca 80
Compare Hotels in Evora and Casablanca

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Casablanca? 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 Evora


Hotels in Casablanca


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Casablanca 10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $53

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    6.54
  • Taxi Ride
    7.47

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • Casablanca Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $85
  • Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Casablanca Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
  • One-Way Transfer from Casablanca to Fez via rabat : $218
  • Private Transfer Marrakech-Casablanca: $152
  • - transfer from CasaBlanca to Fez Airport or city: $147
  • Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $17
  • Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $328
  • Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $174
  • Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $191
  • Casablanca : Private Transfer From Fez To Casablanca: $142
  • Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Casablanca City Private Transfer (FREE SIM Card): $69
  • Casablanca Airport (CMN): Transfer to Casablanca Cruise Port: $104

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Casablanca?

Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Evora 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
    Evora 44
    Casablanca 18

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Evora

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

  • A Taste of the Alentejo: Wonderful 3-Course Dinner: $81

Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    2.80
  • Lunch
    8.41
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

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

  • Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $30
  • Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
  • Street Food Tour by Night: $60
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $64
  • Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $66
  • Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $70
  • Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $72
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
  • Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $74
  • Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $95
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour: $105
  • Casablanca Private Night Tour with Traditional Dinner: $130

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Casablanca 8.34

Tours and Activities in Evora

Here are a few actual costs in Evora for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.68
  • Museu Nacional Frei Manuel E-Ticket & Audio Tour: $17
  • Walking Tour in Vila Viçosa: $22
  • 2 Hour Redondo Walking Tour: $22
  • Marble Tour: $25
  • Walking Tour in Estremoz: $25
  • Évora: Exploration Game & Self-Guided Walking Tour: $26
  • Alentejo Food Walking Tour: $38
  • Évora: Private tour with entrance tickets to main monuments: $52
  • Évora With Love Walking Tour: $53
  • Évora: Tales and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $53
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $62

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

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

  • Platinum Tour - Hassan II Mosque and cathedral: $10
  • Skip the line Hassan II mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $12
  • Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $15
  • Hassan II Mosque : Secure your Skip The Line Tickets Now !: $15
  • Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $15
  • Private Tour the Mosque Hassan II & Sacred Heart Cathedral: $15
  • The Backstage of Art: Private Guided Tour: $20
  • City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket: $24
  • Traditional Souks Shopping Private Guided Tour: $24
  • casablanca Shopping Hidden Souks : Private guided Tour: $26
  • City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $26
  • Hassan II Mosque: Fast-Track Tickets Available!: $31

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Casablanca -

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

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

  • Lisbon: Full-Day Évora Wine Tour: $89
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz Day Tour with Wine Tasting: $103
  • Lisbon: Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour: $276

Sample the Local Flavors in Casablanca

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

  • Wine Tasting and Lunch at the oldest Domaine from Casablanca: $299


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

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


Which is Bigger, Evora or Casablanca?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Evora. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Casablanca, 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 Evora or Casablanca?

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

Should I visit Evora or Casablanca in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Evora and Casablanca. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Evora is a little warmer than Casablanca in the summer. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 25°C (78°F) in July, and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Casablanca this time of the year. In Evora, it's very sunny this time of the year. Evora usually receives more sunshine than Casablanca during summer. Evora gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Evora usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Evora gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Evora 25°C (78°F) 
    Casablanca 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Evora or Casablanca in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Evora as well as Casablanca. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.

In the autumn, Evora is around the same temperature as Casablanca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Evora in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Casablanca averages at about 20°C (67°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Casablanca. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Evora this time of the year. In the autumn, Evora often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Evora gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 233 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets more rain in October than Casablanca. Evora gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Evora 19°C (67°F) 
    Casablanca 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Evora or Casablanca in the Winter?

Both Casablanca and Evora are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In January, Evora is generally cooler than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Evora average around 11°C (52°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Evora usually receives less sunshine than Casablanca during winter. Evora gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Casablanca receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Evora usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Evora gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Evora 11°C (52°F) 
    Casablanca 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Evora or Casablanca in the Spring?

Both Casablanca and Evora during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.

Evora is around the same temperature as Casablanca in the spring. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

In Casablanca, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Evora. In the spring, Evora often gets less sunshine than Casablanca. Evora gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Casablanca receives 262 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets more rain in April than Casablanca. Evora gets 60 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Evora 15°C (60°F) 
    Casablanca 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Casablanca and Evora

Evora Casablanca
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 15°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.3 in) 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 21°C (69°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.1 in) 23°C (74°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 20°C (67°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 76 mm (3 in) 16°C (62°F) 72 mm (2.9 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)