Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Petra 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 Petra and Tangier can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Tangier?
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.
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 Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, 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 dayPetra $153Tangier $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Tangier is $82. 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 Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Tangier $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Tangier $50
Compare Hotels in Petra and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Tangier $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations By Minivan: $160
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Private Transfer from Petra to Madaba – Safe & Comfortable Ride: $140
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Ferry Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $16
- Tangier Airport (TNG) Transfer (2-Way): $16
- Tangier Airport or Port Transfer – Private, Reliable, Fast: $16
- Luxury Private Transfer from Tangier Airport to Your Hotel - Riad: $17
- Moha Private Customised Transfer's: $19
- Tangier Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $21
- One-Way Airport Transfer Tangier Ibn Battuta to City Center: $22
- Tangier Airport TNG Private Transfer Fast and Reliable Transit: $25
- Tangier airport & port transfer Ace trilingual speaking driver.: $26
- Private Transfer: Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Tangier: $27
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City: $29
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier 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 $66Tangier $38
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.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Souk Secrets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Tangier Tastes Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Tangier Food Tour: Markets, Street Food & Seafood Lunch: $68
- Tasting Tangier Food Tour: $75
- Cooking and eating with a local family: $76
- Tangier food tour: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $77
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $77
- The Food tour of Tangier: $82
- Moroccan Farm to Table Cooking Class at Mnar Castle: $84
- Tangier Cooking Class With a Local Family: $87
- Tangier Food Tour with Souq Visit and Moroccan Cooking Workshop: $91
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Tangier $21
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:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Alchemist Quest Experience in Tarifa: $7.01
- The Tangier International Zone GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $10
- Private Tangier Walking Tour: Medina, Kasbah & Hidden Gems: $17
- Hiking Tour from Asilah to Paradise Beach: $17
- Authentic Tangier on Foot: Unforgettable Walking Tour: $20
- Quad for an Exciting Adventure in Tangier Mountains: $28
- Cape Spartel & Hercules Caves 5-Hour Tour with Camel Ride: $29
- Touristic guide: $30
- Hercules Caves, Cap Spartel & Camel Ride Experience: $31
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $34
- Tangier Medina, Kasbah and Traditional Souks Cultural Tour: $35
- Tangier Uncovered: Authentic Medina & Kasbah Walking Experience: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Tangier $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Tangier, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East 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 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 Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra 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 Petra or Tangier?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Petra or Tangier in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as Tangier. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Tangier. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Tangier. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun.
The heat can be very extreme in Petra. In the summer, Petra is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the summer temperatures in Petra in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Tangier averages at about 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Petra or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Tangier. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra is generally a little warmer than Tangier. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 27°C (80°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Petra or Tangier in the Winter?
Both Tangier and Petra during the winter 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 Tangier year-round.
Tangier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Petra usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Tangier. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun.
Petra is a little warmer than Tangier in the winter. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Petra or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Tangier. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Tangier. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Tangier during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Petra is much warmer than Tangier. Typically, the spring temperatures in Petra in April average around 25°C (76°F), and Tangier averages at about 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.