Which place is cheaper, Nashville or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Nashville?
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 Nashville 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 Nashville?
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.
Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee, known as Music City USA and home to the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, is waiting for vacationers and tourists. Even though musical attractions may be Nashville's main showcases, there are still plenty of other places and activities to check out, like hiking along shorelines, visit urban parks filled with entertainment, fishing, zoos, museums, take in shows in a variety of venues and so much more. Nashville tourism is also a discount, coupon friendly town for independent travelers and families. There are also many free attractions to enable you to enjoy all that this part of God's country has to offer.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America, and The Best Photography Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Nashville $172
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Nashville is $172. 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 Nashville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Nashville $99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Nashville $198
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Nashville
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Nashville? 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 Nashville Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Nashville $21
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 Tangier: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $116
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $176
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $139
- Guided City Tour with Transfers: $118
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nashville
Also for Nashville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer to Nashville Airport and Hotel: $128
- Airport to Hotel Private Transfer: $125
- Nashville Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Nashville: $111
- Nashville accomodation to Nashville Airport (BNA) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Nashville?
Prices for flights to both Nashville 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 $12Nashville $41
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nashville
For Nashville, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nashville Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
- Neighborhood Food Tour on E-bikes: $79
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Franklin, TN: $94
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Nashville, TN: $94
- Nashville Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville: $113
- General Jackson Showboat Dinner Cruise: $138
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Nashville $27
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
Tours and Activities in Nashville
For Nashville, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Franklin Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with Live Narration: $39
- Nashville Ghosts: Hauntings of Music City Tour By Junket: $30
- 1 Hour Nashville Insider Photoshoot Tour in the Gulch: $79
- 2 Hour Narrated Sightseeing Tractor Tour of Nashville: $59
- 2-Hour Guided E-Bicycle Sightseeing Tour of Nashville: $117
- 90-Minute Monster Truck Joyride City Tour of Nashville: $53
- Adventureworks Ziplines at Nashville West: $61
- Amazing Nashville Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $44
- Beer, Bourbon & BBQ: Nashville Adventure: $189
- Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus: $40
- Big E’s Bronco Tours - Nashville Music History and Cultural Tour: $45
- Civil Rights Tour Of Nashville: $156
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Nashville $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Nashville
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nashville:
- Nashville's Annual New Year's Eve Pub Crawl: $25
- Nashville's Annual Crawl-O-Ween Pub Crawl: $25
- Nashville's Annual Saint Patrick's Day Pub Crawl: $25
- Music City Pub Crawl: $25
- Belle Meade Guided Mansion Tour with Complimentary Wine Tasting: $29
- Seeking Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Nashville Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Nashville's Honky-Tonk Walking Sightseeing Pub Crawl: $31
- Drinkers & Thinkers Pub Crawl: $33
- Nashville's Lost Spirits: Murder and True Crime Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Nashville Lost Spirits: Murder True Crime Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Nashville Drinkers & Thinkers Pub Crawl: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Nashville, we can see that Nashville 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 Nashville is in North 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 Nashville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nashville 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 Nashville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Nashville?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Nashville. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Nashville, 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 Nashville?
Nashville 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 Nashville in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Nashville. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Furthermore, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nashville this time of year.
In July, Rabat is generally cooler than Nashville. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Nashville fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nashville this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Nashville during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Nashville receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Nashville. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nashville receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Nashville 81°F (27°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Nashville in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Nashville. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Nashville for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Rabat is a little warmer than Nashville in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Nashville fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nashville. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Nashville. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nashville receives 212 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Nashville. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Nashville receives 2.6 inches (67 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Nashville 62°F (17°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Nashville in the Winter?
Both Nashville and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Nashville in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Nashville can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Rabat is much warmer than Nashville. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Nashville averages at about 38°F (4°C).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Nashville during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Nashville receives 134 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nashville. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Nashville receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Nashville 38°F (4°C)
Should I visit Rabat or Nashville in the Spring?
Both Nashville 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. Also, most visitors come to Nashville for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Rabat is generally around the same temperature as Nashville. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Nashville fluctuates around 62°F (16°C).
In Nashville, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Nashville. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nashville receives 234 hours of full sun.
Nashville gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rabat usually gets less rain in April than Nashville. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Nashville receives 4.3 inches (110 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Nashville 62°F (16°C)
Typical Weather for Nashville and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 38°F (4°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 inches (123 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 62°F (16°C) | 4.3 inches (110 mm) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 inches (123 mm) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 inches (117 mm) |
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