Which place is cheaper, Toulouse or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Toulouse?
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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse?
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.
Toulouse
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Toulouse $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Toulouse is $134. 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 Toulouse in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Toulouse $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Toulouse $144
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Toulouse
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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 Toulouse Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Toulouse $44
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 Chefchaouen: $283
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Asilah: $272
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $268
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $262
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $254
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $230
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $206
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $206
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $196
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Rabat via volubilis & meknes : $196
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $190
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse
Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Toulouse to Carcassonne center: $240
- Private transfer your alternative to taxi for your travels: $93
- Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Luxury Van: $92
- Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $87
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
- Transfer from BLAGNAC Airport to all other destinations in Toulouse: $53
- Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Toulouse?
Prices for flights to both Toulouse 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 $12Toulouse $36
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 Toulouse
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $52
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $76
- Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $105
- Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Toulouse $16
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 Toulouse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
- Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $16
- Day Trip to Carcassonne Cite Medievale and Comtale Castle Tour from Toulouse: $35
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Toulouse with Official Tour Guide: $255
- Private tour of Toulouse in an electric Tuk Tuk: $66
- Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
- Toulouse : Must-see Walking Tour: $80
- Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.13
- Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $5.29
- Toulouse E Bike Tour: $49
- Toulouse E-Bike Tour: $48
- Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef: $118
- Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef (in English): $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Toulouse $8.04
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulouse
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
- Pub Crawl Toulouse: $20
- From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $530
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse 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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse 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 Toulouse Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Toulouse?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Toulouse, 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 Toulouse?
Toulouse 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 Toulouse in the Summer?
Both Toulouse 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 city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.
In the summer, Rabat is around the same temperature as Toulouse. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Toulouse averages at about 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Toulouse. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during summer. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 275 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Toulouse. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Toulouse 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Toulouse in the Autumn?
Both Toulouse 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, many travelers come to Toulouse for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the autumn, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 161 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Toulouse. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Toulouse 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Toulouse in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Toulouse. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, many visitors come to Toulouse in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Rabat is much warmer than Toulouse in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Toulouse fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during winter. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 88 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than Toulouse. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Toulouse 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Toulouse in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Toulouse. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Toulouse for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Rabat is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Toulouse averages at about 12°C (54°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 Toulouse. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 178 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Toulouse. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Toulouse 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Toulouse 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 (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
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