A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Thessaloniki vs. Agadir for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Thessaloniki or Agadir?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Thessaloniki or Agadir? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Thessaloniki or Agadir?

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and serves as the capital city of the Central Macedonia region. It also has a rich history dating back more than 3,000 years. As a visitor, you'll find that the city has been touched by the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires, all of which left their mark. In particular, the many Byzantine churches are quite impressive, with some of them listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Agadir

Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Greece, The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Thessaloniki?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Thessaloniki is €134, while the average daily cost in Agadir is €55. 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 Thessaloniki and Agadir in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Thessaloniki 79
    Agadir 38
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Thessaloniki 158
    Agadir 76
Compare Hotels in Thessaloniki and Agadir

Looking for a hotel in Thessaloniki or Agadir? 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 Thessaloniki


Hotels in Agadir


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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: Thessaloniki Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Thessaloniki 13
    Agadir 3.93

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Thessaloniki

Also for Thessaloniki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bus Transfer to/from Kavala: $18
  • Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Thessaloniki - Arrival Transfer: $21
  • Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) - Departure Transfer: $21
  • One Way Private Transfer SKG Airport to / from Thessaloniki City Center: $24
  • Thessaloniki Airport Private Transfer Service: $32
  • Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport to Thessaloniki Port: $41
  • Private Transfer from Thessaloniki hotels to Thessaloniki Port: $41
  • Thessaloniki Airport or Cruise Port Private Departure Transfer: $44
  • Thessaloniki Airport - Sani Transfer: $81
  • Thessaloniki Airport to Portes Lithos Luxury Resort Private Transfer: $82
  • Thessaloniki Airport to Ikos Oceania Hotel Private Transfer: $87
  • Private transfer to IKOS OLIVIA: $87

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:


  • CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir
    12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:

  • transfer from & to agadir city& airport to imsouane village surf : $60
  • taghazoute bay resorts to crocoparc agadir transfer included : $38
  • shutlle transfer agadir airport to hotels city center : $11
  • agadir sunrise Goats on the argan Trees& crocoparc with transfer : $38
  • Transfers Shuttle agadir airport to or from taghazoute resorts hotels : $24
  • Transfer from Agadir to the beautiful town Tafraoute: $93
  • Transfer from Agadir to Tiznit: $61
  • Transfer from Agadir to Mirleft: $170
  • Transfer from Agadir to Aglou : $89
  • Transfer from Agadir airport to hotel: $38
  • Transfer Services: $33
  • Transfer Agadir to El Jadida: $247

Is it cheaper to fly into Thessaloniki or Agadir?

Prices for flights to both Agadir and Thessaloniki 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
    Thessaloniki 42
    Agadir 12

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Thessaloniki

For Thessaloniki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Open Market Food Tour with Tasting: $48
  • Walking Open Market Food Tour and Tasting: $49
  • Cooking & Dining Experience with Greek Family: $63
  • Guided Food Tour: $70
  • Food Tour in Thessaloniki: $71
  • Private Walking Tour Gastronomic Food Tour in Thessaloniki: $87
  • Traditional Greek Food Tour With A Local: $95
  • Greek Ouzo and Meze Food Tour: $95
  • Greek Cooking Class, Market Visit and Lunch: $95
  • Traditional Greek Food Tour With A Local: $97
  • Greek Ouzo and Meze Food Tour: $97
  • Greek Cooking Class, Market visit and Lunch: $97

Typical Food Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:


  • Dinner
    21
  • Dinner
    7.01

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.

  • Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $17
  • From Sunset Camel Ride w/ Transfers, Optional Dinner: $17
  • Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $18
  • Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $19
  • Camel Ride Tour with Tea and Dinner Option: $20
  • Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
  • From Agadir or Taghazout: Camel Ride BBQ Lunch or Dinner: $28
  • From Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner and Transfer: $29
  • Agadir Camel Trek Sunset Tour with Dinner Barbecue: $31
  • Sunset Camel Safari with Moroccan Dinner & BBQ: $32
  • Agadir Camel Riding +Sunset and Dinner( barbecue): $33
  • Sunset Horse Ride With Dinner: $36

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Thessaloniki 26
    Agadir 3.00

Tours and Activities in Thessaloniki

For Thessaloniki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
  • White Tower Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.54
  • Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour & Narrative: $11
  • Selfie Museum Entry Ticket: $11
  • Self-Guided Game & Tour: $12
  • Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket: $12
  • Thessaloniki Self-Guided Game & Tour: $12
  • Byzantine Museum E-Ticket with Audio Tour: $13
  • E-ticket to Museum of Byzantine Culture with Audio Tour : $13
  • Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $17

Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:


  • Show Tickets
    2.10

Tours and Activities in Agadir

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:

  • 1 Day tour in Essaouira from agadir & taghazoute bay ressorts: $38
  • Agadir city Tour with big Souk Elhad: $37
  • Day tours to Mini Sahara Desert + Massa Tiznit: $71
  • 2 Day Tour to El Borj Desert from Agadir : $176
  • 2 Days 1 Night Tour in Tafraoute and Canyon of Ait Mansour: $273
  • 2 Hour Private Massage and Hammam Experience: $44
  • 2 Hours Agadir Camel Riding Tour: $22
  • 2 activity in some day in agadir camel Ride & city tour agadir : $49
  • 2-Hour Sunset Camel Ride Adventure in Agadir Beach: $45
  • 3 in 1 = city tour half day + camel ride 2hours + hammam massage 2hours: $90
  • 4 Days Private Tour from Agadir to Marrakech in luxury Camp: $1,176
  • 4 Excursions In 1 Pack = City tour + Quads + Hammam-massage + Paradise Valley: $120

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Thessaloniki 15
    Agadir -

Sample the Local Flavors in Thessaloniki

Also in Thessaloniki, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Friday Night Bar Crawl in Thessaloniki: $25
  • From Pella-Edessa wine tasting: $64
  • Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Appetizers: $81
  • Thessaloniki Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Appetizers: $83
  • Winery Visit with Wine Tasting Experience: $91
  • Wine Tasting Experience from Thessaloniki: $93
  • Thessaloniki to Naoussa, Wine Tasting Tour – Private Day Trip: $207


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Thessaloniki and Agadir, we can see that Thessaloniki is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Thessaloniki is in Europe and Agadir 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 Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Thessaloniki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Thessaloniki than you might in Agadir.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Thessaloniki Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Thessaloniki or Agadir?

Agadir has a larger population, and is about 97% larger than the population of Thessaloniki. When comparing the sizes of Thessaloniki and Agadir, 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 Thessaloniki or Agadir?

Thessaloniki has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Agadir experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Thessaloniki or Agadir in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Thessaloniki as well as Agadir. The beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Thessaloniki this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year.

Thessaloniki is around the same temperature as Agadir in the summer. The daily temperature in Thessaloniki averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Agadir fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Thessaloniki this time of the year. In the summer, Thessaloniki often gets more sunshine than Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 327 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 253 hours of full sun.

Thessaloniki usually gets more rain in July than Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Thessaloniki 25°C (77°F) 
    Agadir 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Thessaloniki or Agadir in the Autumn?

Both Agadir and Thessaloniki are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Thessaloniki for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the autumn, Thessaloniki is cooler than Agadir. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Thessaloniki in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Agadir averages at about 22°C (72°F).

It's quite sunny in Agadir. Thessaloniki usually receives less sunshine than Agadir during autumn. Thessaloniki gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 238 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Thessaloniki usually receives more rain than Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Thessaloniki 16°C (61°F) 
    Agadir 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Thessaloniki or Agadir in the Winter?

Both Agadir and Thessaloniki during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Thessaloniki in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Agadir year-round.

In January, Thessaloniki is generally much colder than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Thessaloniki average around 5°C (41°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Thessaloniki often gets less sunshine than Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 223 hours of full sun.

Thessaloniki usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Thessaloniki 5°C (41°F) 
    Agadir 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Thessaloniki or Agadir in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Thessaloniki and Agadir. Most visitors come to Thessaloniki for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Thessaloniki is cooler than Agadir in the spring. The daily temperature in Thessaloniki averages around 13°C (56°F) in April, and Agadir fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. Thessaloniki usually receives less sunshine than Agadir during spring. Thessaloniki gets 196 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 273 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Thessaloniki usually receives more rain than Agadir. Thessaloniki gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Thessaloniki 13°C (56°F) 
    Agadir 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Agadir and Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki Agadir
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 5°C (41°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 15°C (59°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Feb 7°C (44°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Mar 9°C (49°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 20°C (68°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 26 mm (1 in) 26°C (79°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Aug 25°C (76°F) 21 mm (0.8 in) 26°C (79°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 21°C (70°F) 26 mm (1 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Oct 16°C (61°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Nov 11°C (52°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Dec 7°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)