Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Tangier?
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 Pamukkale and Tangier can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Tangier?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
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 Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, 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 dayPamukkale $156Tangier $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $61. 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 Pamukkale and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Tangier $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Tangier $46
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Tangier $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier to Marrakesh: $801
- Transfer from Tangier to Nador: $618
- Transfer from Tangier to Casablanca: $397
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- Tangier to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $276
- Private Transfer from Asilah to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $273
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- Private Transfer from Tarifa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $262
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfer from Tangier to Kenitra: $237
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Tangier $20
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
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!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- 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.Pamukkale $54Tangier $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
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: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $541
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $512
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Tangier $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Tangier, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Tangier?
Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Tangier averages at about 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Tangier. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 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 JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Pamukkale during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In October, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Tangier. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 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 OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pamukkale is cooler than Tangier in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Pamukkale usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tangier. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 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 JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the spring, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Tangier averages at about 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 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 AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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