Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Dubrovnik?
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 Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik?
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.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Dubrovnik $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $103. 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 Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Dubrovnik $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Dubrovnik $106
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Dubrovnik? 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 Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Dubrovnik $13
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 Chefchaouen: $283
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Asilah: $272
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $268
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $262
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $254
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $230
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $206
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $206
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $196
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Rabat via volubilis & meknes : $196
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $190
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town$1.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Zagreb - Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik - Zagreb: $1,030
- From Split or Trogir: Private Transfer to Dubrovnik City: $588
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo: $558
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Podgorica: $542
- Private Transfer to Split with Oyster Tasting: $535
- Private transfer from Split to Dubrovnik - door to door: $535
- Dubrovnik to Split 1-Way Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar: $451
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik from Split with stop options: $428
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva: $391
- Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik: $385
- One Way Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik: $372
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik 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 $12Dubrovnik $35
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
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $80
- Secrets of traditional Dalmatian cuisine with a cooking class: $128
- Old Town Food Tour: $143
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $147
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $165
- Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region: $179
- Traditional Dalmatian Cooking Class from Dubrovnik: $198
- Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside: $202
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Pelješac Full-Day Wine and Food Tour from Dubrovnik: $209
- Private Dinner with Wine and Homemade Tapas: $214
- Dubrovnik Food Tour with Friendly Local Guide: $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Dubrovnik $20
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)$14
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$56
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$48
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- MONTENEGRO TOUR from Dubrovnik: $104
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $58
- 1 Hour Shared Dubrovnik Guided Walking Tour : $26
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $20
- 2 Hours Dubrovnik City Walls Group Walking Tour: $49
- 2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour: $137
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $22
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $108
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $44
- 4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik: $85
- 4 Hours Speed Boat Group Tour of Blue Cave, Lopud, and Kolocep : $85
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $8.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Dubrovnik $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $49
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $60
- From Korcula Island Tour with Wine Tasting: $66
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $70
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $75
- Half-Day Wine Tasting with Snacks and Ston Place Visit: $75
- Interactive Wine Tour: $80
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting: $84
- Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik with Train Ride and Wine Tasting: $84
- Interactive Wine Tour in Dubrovnik: $89
- Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep: $93
- Dubrovnik Kayak Tour + Gourmet Snack + Wine Tasting (Small-Group): $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Dubrovnik?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Dubrovnik, 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 Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik in the Summer?
Both Dubrovnik and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Dubrovnik in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Rabat is around the same temperature as Dubrovnik. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Dubrovnik 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Dubrovnik in the Autumn?
Both Dubrovnik and Rabat during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Rabat is generally around the same temperature as Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Dubrovnik gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Dubrovnik. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Dubrovnik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Dubrovnik in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Dubrovnik. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Rabat is a little warmer than Dubrovnik in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Rabat usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik 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)Dubrovnik 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Dubrovnik in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Dubrovnik. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Dubrovnik this time of year.
In the spring, Rabat is a little warmer than Dubrovnik. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Dubrovnik. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Dubrovnik and Rabat
| Rabat | Dubrovnik | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
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