Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Petra or Agadir?
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 Petra and Agadir can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Agadir?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
Agadir
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $125Agadir $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $125, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $59. 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 Petra and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Agadir $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Agadir $82
Compare Hotels in Petra and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Agadir? 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Agadir $4.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- Agadir Tamraght Taghazout Paradise Valley & Lunch Transfers: $11
- Taxi Transfer Agadir Airoport: $11
- Shuttle bus transfers agadir and taghazout: $11
- Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $12
- Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers Agadir or Taghazout: $12
- Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $12
- Airport Private Transfer: $15
- Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $15
- Agadir or Taghazout: Paradise Valley with Lunch & Transfers: $15
- Airport Transfer to/from Agadir city: $16
- Sunset Camel Ride in Agadir or Taghazout With Transfers: $17
- Agadir Airport: Premium Transfer to Taghazout or Agadir 24/7: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Petra 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 dayPetra $38Agadir $13
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Dinner with a local family in Petra , hotel transfers included .: $45
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$23
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Dinner$7.46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $17
- From Sunset Camel Ride w/ Transfers, Optional Dinner: $17
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $18
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $19
- Camel Ride Tour with Tea and Dinner Option: $20
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
- From Agadir or Taghazout: Camel Ride BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $28
- From Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner and Transfer: $29
- Agadir Camel Trek Sunset Tour with Dinner Barbecue: $31
- Sunset Camel Safari with Moroccan Dinner & BBQ: $33
- Agadir Camel Riding +Sunset and Dinner( barbecue): $33
- From Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner and Transfers: $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Agadir $3.20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Sightseeing Tour Visit to Petra with Licensed Guide: $100
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.24
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- Guided tour of Argan Oil production factory for organic cosmetics: $4.37
- Argan Oil Factory Tour: $5.17
- Agadir or Taghazout : Sunday Market Souk El Had Guided Tour: $7.97
- Crocoparc Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $9.69
- Agadir : City Sightseeing Tour: $10
- From Agadir/Taghazout: Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountain Tour: $12
- Paradise Valley swimming Tour From Agadir & Taghazout: $12
- Agadir Half Day Sightseeing Tour City : $13
- Half Day Tour in Agadir: $13
- City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Attraction: $14
- City Sightseeing Tour With Agadir Oufella Visit: $14
- Agadir City Tour - Half Day - Guided By Couscous: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Agadir -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Agadir, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Agadir 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 Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra than you might in Agadir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Agadir?
Agadir has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Agadir, 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 Petra or Agadir?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Petra or Agadir in the Summer?
Both Agadir and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Petra usually receives rain Agadir. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Agadir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Agadir during summer. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 253 hours of full sun in the summer.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally a little warmer than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Agadir 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Petra or Agadir in the Autumn?
Both Agadir and Petra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Agadir year-round.
Petra usually gets less rain in October than Agadir. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the autumn, Petra often gets more sunshine than Agadir. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 238 hours of full sun.
Petra is a little warmer than Agadir in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Agadir fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Agadir 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Petra or Agadir in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Agadir. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Petra usually receives more rain than Agadir. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Agadir during winter. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 223 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Petra is around the same temperature as Agadir. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Agadir averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Agadir 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Petra or Agadir in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Petra as well as Agadir. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year.
Petra usually gets less rain in April than Agadir. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the spring, Petra often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Agadir. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 273 hours of full sun.
In April, Petra is generally a little warmer than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Agadir 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Agadir and Petra
| Petra | Agadir | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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