Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Costa de Prata?
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 Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata?
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.
Costa de Prata
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
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 in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Costa de Prata $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is $162. 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 Costa de Prata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Costa de Prata $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Costa de Prata $166
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Costa de Prata
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Costa de Prata? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Costa de Prata $57
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:
- Transfer Rabat to Tetouan: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Meknes: $102
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $115
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $262
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $230
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $268
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $206
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $206
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $175
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $138
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Costa de Prata?
Prices for flights to both Costa de Prata 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 $12Costa de Prata $47
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Costa de Prata $14
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $131
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,916
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $717
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,391
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Costa de Prata $8.71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Rabat or Costa de Prata?
Costa de Prata 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 Costa de Prata in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Costa de Prata. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Costa de Prata 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Costa de Prata in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Costa de Prata. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Rabat is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Costa de Prata 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Costa de Prata in the Winter?
Both Costa de Prata and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In January, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In January, Rabat usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Costa de Prata 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Costa de Prata in the Spring?
Both Costa de Prata and Rabat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Costa de Prata 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Costa de Prata and Rabat
| Rabat | Costa de Prata | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 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.