Which place is cheaper, Lima or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Lima?
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 Lima 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 Lima?
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.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Lima $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Lima is $76. 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 Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Lima? 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 Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Lima $5.67
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:
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $24
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $42
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Rabat To Casablanca Luxury transfer: $82
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Short Taxi Ride$4.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $198
- Private Transfer From Lima To Paracas With 2 Stops : $176
- Premium Peruvian Horse Show with Lunch & Transfers: $150
- Larco Museum Tour & Gastronomic Experience with rountrip transfer: $134
- Round-Trip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Lima Airport (LIM) in Lima City: $122
- Palomino Islands Excursion & Swimming with Sea Lions with Hotel Transfers: $119
- Airport Transfer Service in Lima: $95
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima city hotels: $87
- Private Transfer from Lima city hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Pisco Cruise Port: $87
- Lima Airport Arrival Transfer for small groups: $79
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Pisco Port : $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima 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 $12Lima $17
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 Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.30
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Ice cream$3.49
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Coffee$2.95
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Donut$0.94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Market Food Tour: $33
- Lima Market Food Tour: $34
- Peruvian Food Tour Through Local Markets: $40
- Ceviche Cooking Class Including Pisco Sour Lesson: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Lima $8.57
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- 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 Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$16
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Movie Tickets$2.28
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- The best of Lima walking tour: $198
- Cultural Tour of the city of Lima & Gastronomic: $62
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2d/1n Tour: Flight to the Nazca, Paracas and Huacachina Lines: $289
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Day Tour to Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3-Day Trip to Lima Tour Package: $150
- 3-Hour Private Scooter Tour through Miraflores with Guide: $50
- 360° Panoramic bus - Sightseeing Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Lima $5.57
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.23
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Beer$4.03
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Cocktail$3.22
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $18
- Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
- Party Tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl and Drinks: $18
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $25
- Local Wine Tour : $39
- Local Wine Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Lima, we can see that Lima 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 Lima is in South America, 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 Lima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lima 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 Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Lima, 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 Lima?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Rabat or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Lima. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Lima. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
In July, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Lima. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Lima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Rabat usually receives more rain than Lima. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Lima. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Rabat usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Rabat often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lima. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Rabat is much colder than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Rabat usually receives more rain than Lima. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Lima during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat is generally cooler than Lima. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Rabat
| Rabat | Lima | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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