Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Podgorica?
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 Podgorica 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Podgorica $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $112. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Podgorica $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Podgorica $98
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Podgorica $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$3.49
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 Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 $12Podgorica $43
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Podgorica $22
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 Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Podgorica $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica 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 Podgorica 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica 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 Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Podgorica?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
Podgorica 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 Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica 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.
In July, Rabat is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 23°C (73°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Podgorica. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Podgorica. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Rabat is a little warmer than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Podgorica. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Rabat is much warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rabat in January average around 13°C (56°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Rabat usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In April, Rabat is generally around the same temperature as Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 16°C (60°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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