Which place is cheaper, Split or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Split?
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 Split 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 Split?
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.
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Split $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Split is $116. 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 Split in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Split $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Split $156
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Split
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Split? 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 Split Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Split $15
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:
- Transfer Rabat to Tetouan: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Meknes: $102
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $115
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $262
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $230
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $268
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $206
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $206
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $175
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $138
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,069
- Split/Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,016
- Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,016
- Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $735
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Zagreb: $668
- Split Airport: Speedboat Taxi transfer to/from Hvar: $642
- private transfer from Split airport to Novalja/Zrće: $535
- Airport to Hvar Town Speedboat Transfer: $535
- Split – Dubrovnik via Ston Private transfer: $441
- Private Transfer to Krka with Driver & Optional Guide: $427
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Dubrovnik: $387
- Private transfer (Taxi) Split to Zadar: $284
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Split?
Prices for flights to both Split 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 $12Split $25
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 Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour: $37
- Homemade Dinner under the Stars in Split: $85
- Food Tour in Split ( Small Group): $96
- Split Food Tour (Small Group): $98
- Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy: $102
- Walking Vegan Food Tour of Split: $104
- Old Town Food Tour: $107
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $131
- Split Cooking Class - Afternoon Edition Shared Activity: $191
- Private Authentic Wine & Food tour from Split: $240
- Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Split $3.96
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 : $131
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,916
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $717
- 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: $1,391
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $82
Tours and Activities in Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Small Group Tour with Lunch: $82
- History tour: $33
- SPLIT-"Emperor's City for History Lovers"/PRIVATE Walking Tour+Cellars Museum : $210
- "Blue Lagoon" Half day Chill out tour from Split: $75
- "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $66
- 2 Day Pass with Sightseeing Bus: $33
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Split with an Art Historian: $24
- 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $33
- 2-Hour Private Guided Tour of Split in a Classic Ford T: $45
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $87
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $86
- 2-hours Split Segway Tour: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Split $8.49
Sample the Local Flavors in Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Krka Waterfalls & Swimming & Wine tasting: $24
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $26
- Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $29
- Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting tour from Split: $31
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $38
- Wine Tasting and Sunset Klis Fortress Tour from Split: $38
- Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir: $46
- Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $51
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $53
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian’s Palace: $55
- Diocletian's Palace Walking and Wine Tasting Tour: $71
- From Split/Trogir: Mostar and Medjugorje Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Split, we can see that Split 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 Split 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 Split would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Split 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 Split Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Split?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Split. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Split, 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 Split?
Split 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 Split in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Split. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, many travelers come to Split for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Rabat is cooler than Split in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Split fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives less sunshine than Split during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Split. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Split 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Split in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Split. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Split in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Rabat is around the same temperature as Split. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Split averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Split. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Split. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 200 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Split. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Split 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Split in the Winter?
Both Split 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, most visitors come to Split for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Split. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Split fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Split during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as Split. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Split 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Split in the Spring?
Both Split 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. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Split because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Split in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Split fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the spring, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Split. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 212 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Split. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Split 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Split 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 (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.