Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Tiberias?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Tiberias or Rabat? 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.
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $87, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $44. 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 Tiberias and Rabat in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Tiberias 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.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Rabat, we can see that Tiberias is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Rabat 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Tiberias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tiberias than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Rabat, 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Both Rabat and Tiberias during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Tiberias usually gets less rain in July than Rabat. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the summer, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Rabat. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Tiberias is a little warmer than Rabat. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tiberias in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Rabat averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Rabat. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Rabat. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Rabat during autumn. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tiberias is generally a little warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 24°C (75°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
The winter brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Rabat. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
Tiberias usually gets less rain in January than Rabat. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Tiberias often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.
Tiberias is around the same temperature as Rabat in the winter. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Both Rabat and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Rabat. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during spring. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Tiberias is a little warmer than Rabat. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tiberias in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Rabat averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Tiberias | Rabat | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |