Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Taormina?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Taormina or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Taormina and Tangier 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: Taormina or Tangier?
Taormina
A quaint hillside town on the eastern side of Sicily, Taormina is arguably one of the most popular tourist resorts on the island. It's peak season is the months of July and August when Italian and European tourists alike flock to the beaches. During this time it can be crowded and hot, but if you visit during the spring or fall months you might find the crowds slightly less and the weather more comfortable. The town is popular with package tours, which stay at the beach resorts around Giardini Naxos to the south or Letojanni to the north.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTaormina €108Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Taormina is €108, while the average daily cost in Tangier is €57. 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 Taormina and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTaormina €70Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTaormina €140Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Taormina and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Taormina or Tangier? 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: Taormina Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Taormina €4.29Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taormina
Also for Taormina, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Transfer from Messina: $41
- Sicily Catania Airport: Bus Transfer to and from Taormina: $7.49
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Taormina or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Taormina 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 dayTaormina €33Tangier €19
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt€1.59
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Taormina €11Tangier €18
Tours and Activities in Taormina
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Taormina.
- 5 Hours Private Tour of Taormina from Messina: $606
- From Catania or Agrigento and Piazza Armerina Tour: $743
- From Catania: Guided Tour of Mount Etna and Taormina: $57
- From Catania: Guided Tour of Taormina and Castelmola: $106
- Sicily: Best of Taormina and Castelmola Private Tour: $213
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Lovers Tour: 8 Days: $2,668
- Small Group Tour of Sicily Highlights: 8 Days: $2,668
- Taormina & Castelmola: Shore tour from Messina cruise port: $428
- Taormina Walking Tour & Ancient theather Private or shared: $588
- Taormina private tour: $160
- Taormina. Highlights Tour with Isolabella and Castelmola: $267
- Tour Messina Taormina Castelmola: $150
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTaormina €8.57Tangier €9.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Taormina
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Taormina:
- Mt Etna Private guided walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $181
- Catania: Mt. Etna Private Tour with Food and Wine Tasting: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Taormina and Tangier, we can see that Taormina is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Taormina is in Europe and Tangier is in Africa, 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 Taormina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Taormina 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 Taormina Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Taormina or Tangier?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Taormina. When comparing the sizes of Taormina and Tangier, 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 Taormina or Tangier?
Taormina 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 Taormina or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Taormina are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Taormina because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Taormina is a little warmer than Tangier. Typically, the summer temperatures in Taormina in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Tangier averages at about 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Taormina. Taormina usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier during summer. Taormina gets 332 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Taormina usually receives more rain than Tangier. Taormina gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTaormina 27°C (80°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Tangier in the Autumn?
Both Tangier and Taormina during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Taormina this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In October, Taormina is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Taormina average around 21°C (69°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Taormina often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Taormina gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Taormina. Taormina usually gets more rain in October than Tangier. Taormina gets 128 mm (5 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTaormina 21°C (69°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Taormina and Tangier. Many travelers come to Taormina for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Taormina is around the same temperature as Tangier in the winter. The daily temperature in Taormina averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Tangier fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Taormina usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during winter. Taormina gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Tangier receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Taormina usually receives less rain than Tangier. Taormina gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTaormina 13°C (55°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Taormina or Tangier in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Taormina as well as Tangier. Many visitors come to Taormina in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the spring, Taormina is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the spring temperatures in Taormina in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Tangier averages at about 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tangier. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Taormina this time of the year. In the spring, Taormina often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Taormina gets 207 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun.
Taormina usually gets less rain in April than Tangier. Taormina gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTaormina 16°C (60°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Taormina
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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