Which place is cheaper, Positano or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tangier or Positano?
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 Positano 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 Positano?
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.
Positano
Located on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, Positano is a very scenic town that offers spectacular coastal views. The town sits on the edge of a hill and flows down toward the sea. Because of its dramatic beauty, Positano attracts thousands of visitors year around.
The town dates back to medieval times when it was a port for the Amalfi Republic. It thrived throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but by the mid-nineteenth century its prosperity was falling. During those times more than half of the population left, migrating predominantly to America. During the 1950s the town gained popularity as a tourist destination, in part because of John Steinbeck's essay about the area in Harper's Bazaar (May, 1953).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $61Positano $238
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, while the average daily cost in Positano is $238. 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 Positano in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $23Positano $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $46Positano $316
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Positano
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Positano? 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 Positano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $23Positano $8.28
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Positano:
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Bus Ticket$1.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Positano
Also for Positano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to/from Rome & Pompeii Ruins: $839
- From Sorrento & Pompeii Private Tour w/ Transfers: $642
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples Airport, Port or Train station: $288
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples Airport: $283
- Transfer Naples - Positano: $273
- From Salerno Station: 1-Way Private Transfer to Positano: $266
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples Central Station: $262
- From the Coast: Pompeii the Real All Inclusive Service(Guide,Transfer,Ticket): $257
- Transfer from Naples to Positano or Positano to Naples : $240
- Positano to Fiumicino Rome Airport (FCO) - Departure Private Transfer: $224
- Private Transfer to Naples with WiFi: $214
- Transfers Positano - Naples: $207
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Positano?
Prices for flights to both Positano 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 $20Positano $57
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
Typical Food Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Positano:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$33
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Pizza in a Restaurant$9.99
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Sandwich in a Restaurant$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Positano
For Positano, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastronomical Amalfi Coast Hike with Cooking Class: $45
- Cooking class with Pasta, mozzarella and Tiramisu with wine: $64
- Cooking lesson: tagliatelle, mozzarella and tiramisu: $76
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class: Pasta Mozzarella & Tiramisu with Wine: $88
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Sant'Agnello with Show Cooking: $93
- Sorrento Pizza School Activity in Italy: $98
- Small Group Positano Cooking Class Gnocchi Tiramisù with Drinks : $147
- Lemon & sea food cooking class at local's home: $169
- Small Group Home Cooking Class with a Local: $191
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $191
- Cesarine: Small group Pizza and Tiramisu Class in Positano: $195
- Vico Equense: Market Tour, Home Cooking Class, and Dinner: $202
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $20Positano $65
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Positano
For Positano, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Chair & Umbrella at Spiaggia Grande$18
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Day Trip of Capri & Amalfi$86
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Sunset Cruise$26
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Full Day Wine Tour$104
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Cooking Class$70
Tours and Activities in Positano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Positano.
- Guided Tour Pompeii And Vesuvius from Positano Skip the Line: $299
- Amalfi Coast Luxury Private Experience in Motor Boat: $1,572
- Amalfi Coast Premium Boat Tour From Sorrento Max 8 People: $245
- Amalfi Coast Private Half Day Tour from Positano/Praiano: $1,357
- Amalfi Coast Tour: $294
- Amalfi Coast Tour: secret caves and stunning beaches: $2,139
- Amalfi Coast Tour: secret caves and stunning beaches: $1,283
- Amalfi Coast: Path of the Gods Private Walking Tour: $134
- Amalfi Coast: Pompei & Vesuvius small group with Skip the line tickets: $147
- Amalfi Coast: Romantic Sunset Cruise with Music & Cocktails: $160
- Amalfi and Positano Boat Tour: $209
- Breathtaking Journey on the Path of Gods: Tour from Positano: $2,055
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $11Positano $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Positano
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Positano:
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Bottle of Limoncello$17
Sample the Local Flavors in Positano
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Positano:
- 5 Wine Tastings with Typical Products in Sorrento Coast: $76
- Small Group Positano Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $108
- Pompeii Wine Tasting Tour from Positano: $246
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Positano, we can see that Positano 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 Positano 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 Positano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Positano 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 Positano Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tangier or Positano?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Positano. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Positano, 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 Positano?
Positano 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 Positano in the Summer?
Both Positano 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, many travelers come to Positano for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Tangier is generally around the same temperature as Positano. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 24°C (74°F), and Positano fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Positano. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Positano during summer. Tangier gets 346 hours of sunny skies, while Positano receives 313 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tangier usually receives less rain than Positano. Tangier gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Positano receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTangier 24°C (74°F)Positano 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Positano in the Autumn?
Both Positano 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. Furthermore, many visitors come to Positano in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Tangier is a little warmer than Positano in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Positano fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. In the autumn, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Positano. Tangier gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Positano receives 189 hours of full sun.
Positano gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tangier usually gets less rain in October than Positano. Tangier gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Positano receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTangier 20°C (68°F)Positano 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Positano in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tangier and Positano. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Positano for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Tangier is much warmer than Positano. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tangier in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Positano averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Positano during winter. Tangier gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Positano receives 115 hours of full sun in the winter.
Positano receives a lot of rain in the winter. Tangier gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Tangier usually receives around the same amount of rain as Positano. Tangier gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Positano receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTangier 13°C (55°F)Positano 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Tangier or Positano in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tangier as well as Positano. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Positano because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In April, Tangier is generally a little warmer than Positano. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 15°C (60°F), and Positano fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. In the spring, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Positano. Tangier gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Positano receives 189 hours of full sun.
Tangier usually gets less rain in April than Positano. Tangier gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Positano receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTangier 15°C (60°F)Positano 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Positano and Tangier
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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