Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Granada or Rabat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Granada or Rabat? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Granada or Rabat?
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafes, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGranada €123Rabat €41
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is €123, 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 Granada and Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGranada €59Rabat €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGranada €118Rabat €50
Compare Hotels in Granada and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Granada 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: Granada Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Granada €22Rabat €1.97
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
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7 Trip Bus Pass€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Transfer to Seville with Cordoba Guided Tour: $749
- Private transfer Granada downtown to Málaga airport (Agp): $288
- Granada to Cordoba Private Transfer: $265
- Cordoba and its Mosque from Granada with Private Transfer: $262
- Granada - Jaén Airport Transfers in a VIP coach: $235
- Granada to Malaga Airport Private Transfer: $229
- Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes minivan: $218
- Granada Luxury Private Airport Transfer: $214
- Private Transfer from Playa Granada to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $209
- Private Transfer from Carchuna to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $207
- Private Transfer from Molvízar to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $188
- Granada Private Intercity Transfer to Malaga: $175
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:
- Transfer Rabat to Tetouan: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Meknes: $102
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $115
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $262
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $230
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $268
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $206
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $206
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $175
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $138
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Granada 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 dayGranada €37Rabat €12
Typical Food Prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria€2.50
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Sandwich to go€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sacromonte Caves Flamenco Show with Dinner: $62
- Dinner and Show flamenco in the Albayzin Granada: $62
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- 2-Day Geopark Desert, Ancient Culture and Food Tour: $169
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.Granada €28Rabat €2.66
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-hour Tour of the Alhambra and Albaicín Bajo: $65
- Adventure Cahorros, Monachil/ Climbing and abseiling Granada: $91
- Albaicín & Sacromonte Walking Tour: $17
- Albaicín & Sacromonte: Tour with Flamenco Show: $34
- Albaicín and Sacromonte’s Iconic Sights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Albaicin & Sacramonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada : $38
- Albaicin and Sacromonte Evening Walking Tour: $15
- Albaicin and Sacromonte Private Tour : $93
- Albayzin Express Electric Bike Tour with Play Granada: $38
- Albayzin and Sacromonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada: $60
- Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada: $15
- Albayzin and Sacromonte Private Tour at Sunset: $152
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $131
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,916
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $717
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,391
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGranada €24Rabat -
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
- Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!: $77
- BEST OF Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Granada and Rabat, we can see that Granada is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Granada 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 Granada would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Granada 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 Granada Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Granada or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Granada. When comparing the sizes of Granada 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 Granada or Rabat?
Granada 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 Granada or Rabat in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Granada and Rabat. Many visitors come to Granada in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Granada is around the same temperature as Rabat. Typically, the summer temperatures in Granada in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Rabat averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Granada, it's very sunny this time of the year. Granada usually receives more sunshine than Rabat during summer. Granada gets 348 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Granada usually receives more rain than Rabat. Granada gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGranada 25°C (77°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Granada or Rabat in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Granada as well as Rabat. Most visitors come to Granada for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In October, Granada is generally around the same temperature as Rabat. Daily temperatures in Granada average around 19°C (67°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Granada this time of the year. In the autumn, Granada often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Granada gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun.
Granada usually gets more rain in October than Rabat. Granada gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGranada 19°C (67°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Granada or Rabat in the Winter?
Both Rabat and Granada are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Granada because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Granada is around the same temperature as Rabat in the winter. The daily temperature in Granada averages around 12°C (54°F) in January, and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Granada usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during winter. Granada gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Granada usually receives around the same amount of rain as Rabat. Granada gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGranada 12°C (54°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Granada or Rabat in the Spring?
Both Rabat and Granada during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Granada this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
In the spring, Granada is around the same temperature as Rabat. Typically, the spring temperatures in Granada in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Rabat averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Granada. In the spring, Granada often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Granada gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun.
Granada usually gets less rain in April than Rabat. Granada gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGranada 16°C (60°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Granada
| Granada | Rabat | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (60°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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