Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Bordeaux?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Bordeaux can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Rabat or Bordeaux?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Bordeaux $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Bordeaux is $127. 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 Rabat and Bordeaux in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Bordeaux $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Bordeaux $136
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Bordeaux
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Bordeaux? 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Bordeaux Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Bordeaux $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $109
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Rabat via volubilis & meknes : $196
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez : $154
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $196
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Asilah: $272
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Bouznika: $87
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Kenitra: $109
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $254
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Skhirat: $76
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $65
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:
- Airport to Lège-Cap-Ferret Transfer in Business Sedan: $273
- Airport to Bordeaux Premium Class Private Transfer: $273
- Private Transfer from Airport to Bordeaux City: $165
- Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Premium Class: $147
- Arrival Private Transfer Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Van: $115
- Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Business Sedan: $108
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Car: $97
- Transfer Airport, Hotel, Station and others places: $96
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Bordeaux?
Prices for flights to both Bordeaux and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Bordeaux $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $75
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $75
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $75
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
- Gourmet Cooking Class in Rabat: $189
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.
- No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $63
- Bordeaux - sweet food tour of the old city: $63
- NO DIET CLUB - Unique food tour in Bordeaux !: $64
- 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise: $74
- Sweet Specialties Tasting Bakeries Food Tour: $82
- Bordeaux : Afternoon Food Tour by a local guide: $84
- Bordeaux Organic Food Tour - French Apéro Style: $93
- Bordeaux : unforgettable Food Tour by a local guide: $95
- Private Bakery, Chocolate & Patisserie Food Tour: $95
- Food Tour in Bordeaux : $97
- Bordeaux Food Tour - Bakeries, Pastries, Chocolate and more!: $98
- Bordeaux Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Bordeaux $8.46
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Guided Bike Tour: $1.55
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Private Surf Experience in Rabat: $44
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $65
- Private Guided Tour in Rabat City: $76
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
Tours and Activities in Bordeaux
Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Bordeaux by bicycle: a 3-hour tour immersive experience": $39
- "Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, Full-Day Tour": $196
- 1-Hour Bordeaux Electric Scooter Tour: $27
- 2 hours - Bordeaux Private tour with a native guide: $164
- 4 Hours Gastronomic Tour in Bordeaux the Sandwiches of the World: $64
- Aperitive guided cruise « Wine and Canelé »: $20
- Blind Tasting: 5 Bordeaux Natural Wine + Cheese experience: $53
- Bordeaux - Private Historic Walking Tour: $459
- Bordeaux : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.13
- Bordeaux : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $75
- Bordeaux Bike Tour - Private: $217
- Bordeaux Christmas Market Tour: $307
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Bordeaux $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux
Also in Bordeaux, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $11
- Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting: $11
- Distillery Tour in Bordeaux with Spirits Tasting: $16
- Wine Tasting Cruise: $22
- Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting: $24
- Bordeaux Pub Crawl: $25
- Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $27
- Wine Tour and Tasting: $29
- Unusual Wine Tasting Experience - Wood & Wine: $30
- Discover Bordeaux vineyard : special wine tasting with two cellar men brothers: $32
- Wine Country Vineyards Tour w/ Local Wine Tastings: $59
- Bordeaux Vineyards Wine Tasting Half-Day Trip: $62
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Bordeaux, we can see that Bordeaux is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa and Bordeaux is in Europe, 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Bordeaux would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bordeaux than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Bordeaux Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Bordeaux?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Bordeaux, 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 Rabat or Bordeaux?
Bordeaux has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Rabat or Bordeaux in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Bordeaux. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Bordeaux in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Rabat is a little warmer than Bordeaux in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Bordeaux fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bordeaux. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bordeaux receives 276 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Bordeaux 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bordeaux in the Autumn?
Both Bordeaux and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Bordeaux for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Rabat is a little warmer than Bordeaux. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Bordeaux averages at about 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Bordeaux during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Bordeaux receives 165 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Bordeaux 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bordeaux in the Winter?
Both Bordeaux and Rabat during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Bordeaux because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Bordeaux. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Bordeaux fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bordeaux receives 86 hours of full sun.
Bordeaux gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rabat usually gets less rain in January than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Bordeaux 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Bordeaux in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Bordeaux. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Bordeaux this time of year.
Rabat is a little warmer than Bordeaux in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Bordeaux fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Bordeaux during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Bordeaux receives 190 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Bordeaux. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Bordeaux 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Bordeaux and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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