A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tangier vs. Split for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tangier 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 Tangier 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: Tangier or Split?

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.

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 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Split or Tangier?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, 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 Tangier and Split in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tangier $23
    Split $78
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tangier $46
    Split $156
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Split

Looking for a hotel in Tangier 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.

Hotels in Tangier


Hotels in Split


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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 Split Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tangier $23
    Split $15

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 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 Tangier or Split?

Prices for flights to both Split 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tangier $20
    Split $25
Typical Food Prices in Tangier

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:


  • 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 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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tangier $20
    Split $3.96

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 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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tangier $11
    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 Tangier and Split, we can see that Split 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 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 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 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 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 Split Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Tangier or Split?

Tangier has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Split. When comparing the sizes of Tangier 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 Tangier or Split?

Split 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 Split in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tangier and Split. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Split for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Tangier is cooler than Split. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tangier in July average around 24°C (74°F), and Split averages at about 26°C (80°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tangier usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Split during summer. Tangier gets 346 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Tangier usually receives less rain than Split. Tangier gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Tangier 24°C (74°F) 
    Split 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Tangier or Split in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Tangier as well as Split. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Split in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In October, Tangier is generally a little warmer than Split. Daily temperatures in Tangier average around 20°C (68°F), and Split fluctuates around 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 Tangier this time of the year. In the autumn, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Split. Tangier gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 200 hours of full sun.

Tangier usually gets less rain in October than Split. Tangier gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Tangier 20°C (68°F) 
    Split 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Tangier or Split in the Winter?

Both Split and Tangier are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Split for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Tangier is a little warmer than Split in the winter. The daily temperature in Tangier averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Split fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

Tangier usually receives more sunshine than Split during winter. Tangier gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Tangier. In January, Tangier usually receives more rain than Split. Tangier gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Tangier 13°C (55°F) 
    Split 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Tangier or Split in the Spring?

Both Split 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. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Split because of the beaches and the activities around the city.

In the spring, Tangier is around the same temperature as Split. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tangier in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Split averages at about 15°C (59°F).

In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tangier. In the spring, Tangier often gets more sunshine than Split. Tangier gets 251 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 212 hours of full sun.

Tangier usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Split. Tangier gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Tangier 15°C (60°F) 
    Split 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Split and Tangier

Tangier Split
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)