Which place is cheaper, Porto or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tangier or Porto?
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 Porto 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 Porto?
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.
Porto
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal. It is also the capital of the Northern Region and a hub for commercial and industrial activity. The city is not as large as you might expect, with a population of only about 300,000 residents, but the metropolitan area has a population of about 2.5 million. This includes nearby cities such as Gaia, Matosinhos, Maia and Gondomar.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $61Porto $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, while the average daily cost in Porto is $135. 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 Porto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $23Porto $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $46Porto $138
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Porto
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Porto? 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 Porto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $23Porto $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Tangier to Marrakesh: $801
- Transfer from Tangier to Nador: $618
- Transfer from Tangier to Casablanca: $397
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $291
- Tangier to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $276
- Private Transfer from Asilah to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $273
- From Tangier : Private Luxury Transfer to Fes: $272
- Private Transfer from Tarifa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $262
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $245
- Transfers From Tangier To Marrakech: $245
- Transfer from Tangier to Kenitra: $237
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $233
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Porto
Also for Porto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Algarve: $1,069
- Private Transfer to Algarve with Stops up to 2 Cities: $909
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Lisbon: $642
- Luxury Sedan car transfer to Lisbon.: $642
- From Private Transfer to Lisbon with Coimbra & Fatima: $627
- From Private Transfer to Lisbon with Stop at Óbidos: $583
- From Private Transfer to Lisbon with Stop at Nazaré: $583
- Transfer to Santiago Compostela: $556
- Private transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Oporto: $491
- Private Transfer to Lisbon with Stops up to 3 Cities: $481
- Porto to Braga Transfer: Explore Sameiro Sanctuary: $481
- Private Transfer to Lisbon: $455
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Porto?
Prices for flights to both Porto 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 $20Porto $39
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 Porto
For Porto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class in Downtown Porto: $37
- Tastiest Calories Food Tour: $48
- Bolhão Market and Codfish Tasting Guided Food Tour: $52
- Porto Food Tour: Full Meal & Drinks: $56
- Porto Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $57
- 3-Hour Food Tour: $68
- Half-Day Food Tour: $68
- Portuguese Craft Beer and Food Tour: $74
- Semi - Private Oporto Food Tour: $74
- Craft Beer & Food Tour in Porto: $75
- Secret Food Tour: $77
- Semi Private Oporto Fado Show with Dinner: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $20Porto $27
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 Porto
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Porto.
- 4 Hour Blissful Wave Experience at Maceda Haven: $76
- Ultimate Ribeira Walking Tour: $2.60
- 1 Day Tour to Douro Valley from Porto: $207
- 1.5-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk Sightseeing Tour Historic Porto: $26
- 2 Hour Private Tuktuk Tour in Porto Douro to Left bank: $63
- 2 Hour Private Tuktuk Tour in Porto to Monastery and Cellars: $81
- 2 Hour Private Tuktuk Tour in Porto to Monastery and Cellars: $79
- 3-Hour Cano-Rafting Tour on the Paiva River: $49
- 3-Hour Electric Porto Bike Tour: $49
- 3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour: $48
- 3-Hour Private Bike Tour Porto: $135
- 3-Hour Walking Tour: Tiles of Porto: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $11Porto $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Porto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Porto:
- Museu do Vitral Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting: $8.56
- Guided City Pub Crawl with Club Entry: $13
- Magic Train Tour and Port Wine Tastings: $15
- Mysterious Pub Crawl Interactive City Discovery Game: $19
- Pub Crawl with 5 Drinks: $19
- Porto Pub Crawl With Unlimited Beer: $20
- Pub Crawl with Shots and Drinking Games: $21
- Poças: Guided Tour & Port Wine Tasting with Pastel de Nata: $21
- Poças Guided Visit and Port Wine Tasting with Pastel de Nata: $21
- Rooftop Fado concert, Port wine tasting, Portuguese tart: $21
- Classic Wine Tasting with GUIDED TOUR: $22
- Pub Crawl Porto: $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Porto, we can see that Porto 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 Porto 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 Porto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Porto 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 Porto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tangier or Porto?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Porto. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Porto, 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 Porto?
Porto 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 Porto in the Summer?
Both Porto and Tangier are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Porto for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Tangier is a little warmer than Porto in the summer. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 24°C (74°F) in July, and Porto fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Porto. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Porto during summer. Tangier gets 346 hours of sunny skies, while Porto receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tangier usually receives less rain than Porto. Tangier gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Porto receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTangier 24°C (74°F)Porto 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Porto in the Autumn?
Both Porto and Tangier during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Porto because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Tangier is a little warmer than Porto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tangier in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Porto averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. In the autumn, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Porto. Tangier gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Porto receives 184 hours of full sun.
Porto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tangier usually gets less rain in October than Porto. Tangier gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Porto receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTangier 20°C (68°F)Porto 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Porto in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tangier and Porto. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Porto this time of year.
In January, Tangier is generally a little warmer than Porto. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 13°C (55°F), and Porto fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Porto during winter. Tangier gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Porto receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
Porto receives a lot of rain in the winter. Tangier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Tangier usually receives less rain than Porto. Tangier gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Porto receives 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTangier 13°C (55°F)Porto 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Porto in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tangier as well as Porto. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Porto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Tangier is a little warmer than Porto in the spring. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Porto fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porto. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In the spring, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Porto. Tangier gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Porto receives 217 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Porto. Tangier usually gets less rain in April than Porto. Tangier gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Porto receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTangier 15°C (60°F)Porto 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Porto and Tangier
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
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