Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Palma de Mallorca?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Palma de Mallorca or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Palma de Mallorca or Tangier, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Palma de Mallorca or Tangier?
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island, Mallorca, in the western Mediterranean. It is home to landmarks like Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortresses, but is also host to sandy beaches where the city meets the sea in a backdrop of surrounding mountains. Amidst the city itself you will find it easy to get lost in the charm of cobbled lanes, busy markets, boutiques, and historic courtyards.
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 2-Week Tours in Spain, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, 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 dayPalma de Mallorca €139Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Palma de Mallorca is €139, 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 Palma de Mallorca and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalma de Mallorca €69Tangier €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalma de Mallorca €138Tangier €42
Compare Hotels in Palma de Mallorca and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca 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: Palma de Mallorca Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palma de Mallorca €25Tangier €22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€6.80
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Bus Ride€1.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palma de Mallorca
Also for Palma de Mallorca, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Mallorca Airport (PMI): Private Transfer to Port de Polença: $213
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Cala Mesquida : $213
- Majorca Airport (PMI) Departure Transfer (Cala Ratjada to PMI Airport): $212
- Private Transfer to/from Mallorca Airport: $184
- Private transfer from Alcúdia to Mallorca Airport: $175
- Arrival Private Transfers : Mallorca Airport PMI to Palma in Luxury Car: $147
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Can Picafort : $144
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Pollensa: $144
- Private Transfer from Alcudia to Mallorca airport (PMI): $144
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Alcudia: $144
- Private Transfer from Mallorca airport (PMI) to Calas de Mallorca: $142
- Private Transfer from Cala Millor to Mallorca airport (PMI): $142
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers from Tangier Airport, port or city to Fez (Door to Door): $147
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport/Port to Tangier Vice Versa: $36
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $49
- VIP transfer from Tangier to Chefchaouen or vice versa: $198
- VIP Private Transfer from Tanger Airport / Port to Hotel Vice Versa: $38
- Transfers from Tangier to chefchaouen "blue city": $71
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $27
- Transfers From Tangier To Tetouan: $47
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $246
- Transfers From Tangier To Chefchaouen-Asilah-Fes-Casablanca .: $131
- Transfers From Tangier Airport to Asilah: $51
- Transfer to Tangier from fes via Chefchaeun: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Palma de Mallorca or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Palma de Mallorca 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 dayPalma de Mallorca €45Tangier €19
Typical Food Prices in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Spanish Cooking Class Experience in Palma with 5+ Tastings: $21
- Spanish Cooking Experience in Mallorca: $109
- The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Mallorca: The 10 Tastings: $130
- Mediterranean cooking experience in nature: $131
- 4-Hour Market Visit and Traditional Cooking Workshop in Palma: $147
- Sailboat Dinner and Movie Night: $650
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $68
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $77
- The Food tour of Tangier: $77
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
- Tangier Cooking Class With a Local Family: $82
- Tangier Food Tour | Tangier Food Cultural Tour: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palma de Mallorca €34Tangier €18
Tours and Activities in Palma de Mallorca
For Palma de Mallorca, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Deluxe Segway Tour from Palma: $83
- 1.5 H Electric Kick-Scooter Tour: $49
- 1H Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour around Palma de Mallorca: $22
- 2 Hours sightseeing E-Bike Tour in Palma de Mallorca: $44
- 2hrs Snorkeling Experience in Sa Foradada: $47
- 3 Hour Slingshot Sunset Tour from Paguera: $129
- 3 hours quad tour from Paguera: $163
- 4-hour tour on a sailing ship in the Bay of Palma: $104
- 5-hours Tour: Mallorca Inland Charming Villages: $71
- 90 Minute Jet Ski Tour Cave of Sea Lions in Mallorca: $218
- 90' Stand Up Paddle tour in a small group in Cala Ratjada: $49
- AbenteuerDate Alcudia, Interactive Fun Tour in German Language: $9.83
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $88
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $110
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $252
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $77
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $77
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $103
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $516
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $543
- 2 Days Tour of Tangier & Chefchaouen JC Private Tours: $142
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalma de Mallorca €29Tangier €9.75
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palma de Mallorca
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Palma de Mallorca are as follows:
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Coffee€3.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Palma de Mallorca
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palma de Mallorca:
- Wine tasting with wines from the smallest wineries in Mallorca: $43
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Alcudia Old Town: $43
- Guided tour of the Winery with wine tasting, Vineyard and much more!: $49
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour: $53
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Palma de Mallorca : $54
- Gastronomic Mallorquin Wine Tasting & local delicacies: $71
- Wine Tasting Experience with Mallorcan Delights in Alcudia: $87
- Sa Clasta Mallorca Wine Tours: $158
- Sa Clasta Wine Tours, Mallorca: $158
- Mallorca Bodega & Olive Tour with Wine Tasting (full day): $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Palma de Mallorca and Tangier, we can see that Palma de Mallorca is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palma de Mallorca or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 83% larger than the population of Palma de Mallorca. When comparing the sizes of Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca or Tangier?
Palma de Mallorca 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 Palma de Mallorca or Tangier in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Palma de Mallorca and Tangier. The beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Palma de Mallorca this time of year. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Palma de Mallorca is around the same temperature as Tangier in the summer. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 24°C (76°F) in July, and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Palma de Mallorca, it's very sunny this time of the year. Palma de Mallorca usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during summer. Palma de Mallorca gets 334 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Palma de Mallorca usually receives more rain than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPalma de Mallorca 24°C (76°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Tangier in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Palma de Mallorca as well as Tangier. Many travelers come to Palma de Mallorca for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Palma de Mallorca in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Tangier averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palma de Mallorca this time of the year. In the autumn, Palma de Mallorca often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in October than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPalma de Mallorca 19°C (66°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Tangier in the Winter?
Both Tangier and Palma de Mallorca are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Palma de Mallorca in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Palma de Mallorca is generally cooler than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Palma de Mallorca average around 11°C (52°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Palma de Mallorca usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during winter. Palma de Mallorca gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tangier. In January, Palma de Mallorca usually receives less rain than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPalma de Mallorca 11°C (52°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Palma de Mallorca or Tangier in the Spring?
Both Tangier and Palma de Mallorca during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Palma de Mallorca for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
Palma de Mallorca is around the same temperature as Tangier in the spring. The daily temperature in Palma de Mallorca averages around 14°C (57°F) in April, and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Palma de Mallorca. In the spring, Palma de Mallorca often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Palma de Mallorca usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Palma de Mallorca gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPalma de Mallorca 14°C (57°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Palma de Mallorca
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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