Which place is cheaper, Girona or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Girona?
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 Girona 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 Girona?
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.
Girona
Girona is an ancient town in northeastern Spain, and serves as the capital of the province of the same name in Spain's Catalonia region. It is characterized by narrow medieval alleys, architecture, and an impressive wall that once served to fortify the city.
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 Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Girona $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Girona is $150. 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 Girona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Girona $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Girona $148
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Girona
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Girona? 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 Girona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Girona $52
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 Girona
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Girona:
- Private Transfer from Tossa de Mar/ Lloret de Mar to Barcelona: $262
- Transfer from Barcelona to girona Airport: $196
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Palamós to Girona Airport (GRO) - Departure Private Transfer : $33
- Girona Airport Bus Transfer from/to Barcelona Center: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Girona?
Prices for flights to both Girona 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 $12Girona $44
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 Girona
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Girona.
- The 11 tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $88
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $91
- Girona Evening Food Tour & Tapas Bar Experience: $95
- The 11 Tastings of Girona small-group tour and dinner: $96
- Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Girona $26
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 Girona
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Girona are as follows:
- 2h Guided Kayak Tour on the Costa Brava: $44
- Basic Dali Experience & Costa Brava from Girona or Palamos: $196
- Cadaqués & Dalí House-Museum day trip from Girona (tickets included): $158
- Dalí Museum and Costa Brava Small Group Tour from Girona: $152
- E-ticket to Girona's Cathedral, Art Museum & S.t Feliu Church: $29
- Entrance ticket to the Girona Art Museum: $6.54
- Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket: $7.74
- From Dalí Museum and Girona Small Group Tour: $149
- From Dalí Museum, Cadaqués and Creus Cape Tour: $149
- Girona - Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
- Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide: $6.42
- Girona City Tour Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Girona $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Girona
Also in Girona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spanish Wine Tasting in the Costa Brava: $82
- Local Wineries Tour with Breakfast and Wine Tasting: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Girona, we can see that Girona 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 Girona 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 Girona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Girona 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 Girona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Girona?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Girona. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Girona, 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 Girona?
Girona 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 Girona in the Summer?
Both Girona 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Girona for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Girona in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Girona fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Girona, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Girona. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 279 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Girona. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Girona receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Girona 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Girona in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Girona. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Girona in the autumn for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Rabat is a little warmer than Girona. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Girona averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Girona during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 170 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Girona. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Girona receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Girona 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Girona in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Girona. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Girona for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Girona. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Girona fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Girona. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Girona receives 148 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets more rain in January than Girona. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Girona receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Girona 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Girona in the Spring?
Both Girona and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Girona because of the small town charm and the natural beauty.
Rabat is a little warmer than Girona in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Girona fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Girona during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Girona receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Girona. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Girona receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Girona 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Girona and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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