Which place is cheaper, Braga or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Braga?
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 Braga 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 Braga?
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.
Braga
Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Braga $120
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Braga is $120. 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 Braga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Braga $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Braga $116
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Braga
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Braga? 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 Braga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Braga $22
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 Rabat Salé Airport: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $26
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $41
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Private transfer: from Casablanca to Rabat: $59
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $64
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
- Traditional Vinho Verde Tour in Bowl with Private Transfer (Porto and Braga): $131
- Braga Private Transfer:To/From the Oporto Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Braga?
Prices for flights to both Braga 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 $12Braga $43
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 Braga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
- Small-Group Braga Food Tour With A Local Guide: $84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Braga $17
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 Braga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
- KAYAK TOUR I Going down the Lima River in Kayak | AV: $66
- 1h Buggy Tour | Arches of Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $76
- 2h Buggy Tour | Arcos de Valdevez | Peneda Gerês: $131
- 4X4 Tour – Minho Litoral - Beaches and Mountains between Viana do Castelo and Caminha: $82
- 4X4 Tour - Discovering Serra d´ Arga: $175
- Alto Douro Walk & WineTour: $197
- TOUR HD BRAGA MERCEDES V EXT LONG: $225
- TOUR HD BRAGA SEDAN: $198
- Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour: $109
- Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour: $321
- Braga Private Walking Tour: $254
- Braga Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $216
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Braga $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Braga
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
- Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $50
- Green Wine Region-Small Group Tour with Lunch and Wine Tastings, from Porto city: $142
- Douro Valley Private Tour from Lunch & Wine Tour: $288
- Vinho Verde Private Wine Tour: $535
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Braga, we can see that Braga 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 Braga 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 Braga would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Braga 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 Braga Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Braga?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Braga. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Braga, 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 Braga?
Braga 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 Braga in the Summer?
Both Braga and Rabat during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Rabat is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Braga averages at about 21°C (69°F).
In Braga, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Braga. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 308 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Braga. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Braga receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Braga 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Braga in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Braga. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
In October, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Braga. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Braga fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Braga during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Braga receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Braga. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Braga receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Braga 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Braga in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Braga. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Rabat is a little warmer than Braga in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Braga fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Braga. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Braga receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Braga. Rabat usually gets less rain in January than Braga. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Braga receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Braga 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Braga in the Spring?
Both Braga and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In the spring, Rabat is a little warmer than Braga. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Braga averages at about 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Braga. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Braga during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Braga receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Braga. In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Braga. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Braga receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Braga 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Braga and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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