A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Peniche vs. Asilah for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Peniche or Asilah?

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 Peniche and Asilah can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Peniche or Asilah?

Peniche

Peniche is a beach destination with many attractions for travelers. First, the raging sea and the lay of the land make this a popular surfing destination. The best of many supreme beaches is Praia dos Supertubos, which has a tubular wave fit for big time international events. Peniche has also been a port since the Early Modern Age, when a fort was constructed to defend it. This monument has an absorbing history, first as a maritime defense and then a prison during the Estado Novo regime in the 20th century. The walled historic center makes for pleasant strolling, and the seaside fort where Salazar's regime detained political prisoners is a must-see for anyone interested in Portuguese history. Artisan lovers will enjoy Peniche's specialty, handmade lace, and it is even possible to see the lace-work in action. And on top of everything, Peniche also has the Berlingas Islands, a natural reserve off the coast, which are well worth a visit.

Asilah

Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Peniche or Asilah?

Asilah has a larger population, and is about 84% larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Asilah, 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 Peniche or Asilah?

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

Should I visit Peniche or Asilah in the Summer?

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

In the summer, Peniche is around the same temperature as Asilah. Typically, the summer temperatures in Peniche in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Asilah averages at about 24°C (74°F).

It's quite sunny in Asilah. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Asilah during summer. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Peniche usually receives more rain than Asilah. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Peniche or Asilah in the Autumn?

Both Asilah and Peniche during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round.

In October, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Asilah. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 19°C (66°F), and Asilah fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Peniche. In the autumn, Peniche often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 235 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets more rain in October than Asilah. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Peniche or Asilah in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Asilah. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Peniche is around the same temperature as Asilah in the winter. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Asilah fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Peniche usually receives less sunshine than Asilah during winter. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.

Asilah receives a lot of rain in the winter. Peniche gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Peniche usually receives around the same amount of rain as Asilah. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Peniche or Asilah in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Asilah. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year.

In the spring, Peniche is around the same temperature as Asilah. Typically, the spring temperatures in Peniche in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Asilah averages at about 15°C (60°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Peniche this time of the year. In the spring, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Asilah. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 251 hours of full sun.

Peniche usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Asilah. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Asilah and Peniche