Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tangier or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tangier and Coimbra 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: Tangier or Coimbra?
Tangier
Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.
After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.
In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $61Coimbra $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $110. 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 Tangier and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $23Coimbra $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $46Coimbra $94
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Coimbra? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $23Coimbra $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfers from Tangier Airport, port or city to Fez (Door to Door): $146
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport/Port to Tangier Vice Versa: $36
- Vip Private Transfer From Airport / Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $34
- VIP transfer from Tangier to Chefchaouen or vice versa: $198
- VIP Private Transfer from Tanger Airport / Port to Hotel Vice Versa: $38
- Transfers from Tangier to chefchaouen "blue city": $71
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $27
- Transfers From Tangier to Casablanca: $140
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Chefchaouen-Asilah-Fes-Casablanca .: $131
- Transfers From Tangier Airport to Asilah: $51
- Transfer to Tangier from fes via Chefchaeun: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Tangier 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 dayTangier $20Coimbra $51
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $49
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $67
- Tangier food tour with Rababe: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $75
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chanfana: Cooking Traditional Portuguese Cuisine Experience: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $20Coimbra $19
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- 3-Hour Private Enchanting Tangier Coastal Adventure: $87
- Highlights of Tangier Half Day Tour: $87
- Luxury Tangier private Day Tour from Tarifa Spain All inclusive : $251
- Private Guided Food Experience Tour in Medina of Tangier: $76
- Private LuxuryTour of Tangier for 4hours: $76
- Tangier Private Tour from Tarifa Ferry & Lunch Included : $209
- Tangier private customized tour & camel ride experience : $102
- Tangier walking tour with lunch Moroccan food : $60
- The Best of Tangier Walking Tour : $208
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $541
- 2 Days Chefchaouen and Tangier Tour from Casablanca: $512
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $251
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Coimbra : $199
- A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão: $120
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $70
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $76
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk): $131
- Arista Tour - Penacova Windmills and Landscapes (noon): $76
- Bairrada Winery Route Experience, full-day from Coimbra: $134
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour: $254
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour with U.C. Tickets Early Access: $44
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $11Coimbra $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Portugal: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tangier is in Africa and Coimbra 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 Tangier would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tangier 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra than you might in Tangier.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tangier Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tangier or Coimbra?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Coimbra, 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 Tangier or Coimbra?
Coimbra has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tangier experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tangier or Coimbra in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tangier and Coimbra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In July, Tangier is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 24°C (74°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Coimbra this time of the year. In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during summer. Tangier gets 346 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tangier usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Tangier gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTangier 24°C (74°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tangier as well as Coimbra. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tangier is around the same temperature as Coimbra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In the autumn, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Tangier gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Tangier usually gets less rain in October than Coimbra. Tangier gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTangier 20°C (68°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Coimbra in the Winter?
Both Coimbra and Tangier are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the winter, Tangier is a little warmer than Coimbra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tangier in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Coimbra averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during winter. Tangier gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Coimbra. It's quite rainy in Tangier. In January, Tangier usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Tangier gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTangier 13°C (55°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Tangier during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Tangier is generally around the same temperature as Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 15°C (60°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tangier. In the spring, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Tangier gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun.
Tangier usually gets less rain in April than Coimbra. Tangier gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTangier 15°C (60°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Tangier
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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