Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Peniche?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Peniche 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 Peniche and Tangier can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Peniche or Tangier?
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.
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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, 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 dayPeniche €122Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Peniche is €122, 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 Peniche and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPeniche €50Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPeniche €100Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Peniche and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Peniche 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: Peniche Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Peniche €53Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Peniche
Also for Peniche, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lisbon: Transfer from/to Peniche (Wave Capital): $128
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 Peniche or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Peniche 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 dayPeniche €41Tangier €19
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.59
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.Peniche €19Tangier €18
Tours and Activities in Peniche
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.
- From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134
- From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
- From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
- Lisbon: Private Full Day Tour to Berlengas Island: $235
- Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
- Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
- Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
- Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
- Mountain Bike Tour: $53
- Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
- Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
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 dayPeniche €12Tangier €9.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Peniche and Tangier, we can see that Peniche is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Peniche 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 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 Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Peniche Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Peniche or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche 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 Peniche or Tangier?
Peniche 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 Peniche or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Peniche 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 July, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 23°C (73°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during summer. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Peniche usually receives more rain than Tangier. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 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 JulyPeniche 23°C (73°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Peniche during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
Peniche is around the same temperature as Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Peniche. In the autumn, Peniche often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
Peniche usually gets more rain in October than Tangier. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 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 OctoberPeniche 19°C (66°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Tangier. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Peniche is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Peniche in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Peniche usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during winter. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Tangier 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 Tangier. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 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 JanuaryPeniche 12°C (53°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Tangier. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In April, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 16°C (60°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 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 Peniche this time of the year. In the spring, Peniche often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Peniche usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Tangier. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 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 AprilPeniche 16°C (60°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Peniche
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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