Which place is cheaper, Glasgow or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Glasgow?
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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow?
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.
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Glasgow $181
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Glasgow is $181. 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 Glasgow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Glasgow $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Glasgow $186
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Glasgow
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Glasgow? 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 Glasgow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Glasgow $34
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$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Rabat To Chefchaouen: $285
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat-Sale Airport (RBA) to Casablanca: $222
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $191
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Private Day Trip to Edinburgh with Transfers: $840
- Glasgow to Inverness Direct transfer: $784
- Airport and Glasgow Centre Private Transfer to Oban: $314
- Executive transfer Glasgow/Edinburgh: $276
- Glasgow to Gleneagles Luxury Car Transfer: $242
- Private One Way Transfer Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh City Centre: $222
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Edinburgh: $214
- Roundtrip Transfer Glasgow Airport(GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort: $208
- Glasgow to Stirling Luxury Car Transfer: $203
- Private 1-Way/Roundtrip Transfer to Glasgow Airport: $173
- Glasgow Airport to Lecht Ski Resort - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $154
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Glasgow?
Prices for flights to both Glasgow 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 $12Glasgow $56
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
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market$2.26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Glasgow $28
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 : $132
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,924
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $720
- 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: $1,397
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)$15
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Two Bike Rental$43
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- 1.5hr Glasgow Necropolis Tour: The City of the Dead: $68
- 2 Hour Football Walking Tour in Glasgow : $25
- 2-Day Highlands and Loch Ness Tour from Glasgow: $261
- 3 Hours Private City Glasgow Walking Tour: $273
- 3-Hour Private Glasgow Essentials Tour: $285
- Celtic Park Tour & Dine Package: $53
- City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Discover Glasgow's Finest - Private Walking Tour: $516
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Executive Scottish Lowlands Tour: $1,129
- From Glasgow, Edinburgh: Outlander Private Tour: $1,035
- From 3-Day Isle of Skye, Highlands & Loch Ness Tour: $263
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Glasgow $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine$15
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie$4.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Glasgow, we can see that Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow 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 Glasgow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Glasgow?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Glasgow, 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 Glasgow?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow in the Summer?
Both Glasgow 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, the summer months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Rabat is much warmer than Glasgow. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Glasgow averages at about 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Glasgow during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Glasgow receives 159 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Glasgow 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Glasgow in the Autumn?
Both Glasgow 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. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Glasgow this time of year.
In October, Rabat is generally much warmer than Glasgow. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Glasgow fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Glasgow. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Glasgow receives 69 hours of full sun.
Glasgow gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Glasgow. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Glasgow 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Glasgow in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Glasgow. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, many travelers come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Glasgow. Rabat is much warmer than Glasgow in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Glasgow fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Glasgow during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Glasgow receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
Glasgow receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Rabat usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Glasgow 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Glasgow in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Glasgow. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Glasgow in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Rabat is much warmer than Glasgow. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Glasgow averages at about 7°C (45°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Glasgow. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Glasgow receives 134 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Glasgow. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Glasgow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Glasgow and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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