Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Tokyo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tokyo or Rabat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo 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.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Rabat?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
Rabat
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 2-Week Tours in Japan, The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $157Rabat $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $157, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $43. 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 Tokyo and Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $77Rabat $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $154Rabat $54
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo or Rabat? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $17Rabat $2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa: $1,177
- Hakuba: Private transfer from/to Tokyo/HND by minibus max 9: $843
- Private Transfers between Tokyo and Snow Monkey Park: $822
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $732
- Haneda airport to/from Naeba city Private Transfer: $673
- From Tokyo:Private tour to Kamakura with Round-way transfer: $599
- Haneda airport to/from Karuizawa Town Private Transfer: $588
- 10-hour Customizable Private Tour with Hotel Transfer: $562
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nikko: $536
- Narita Airport: Private one way transfer by Luxury car/Van: $497
- Haneda Airport to/from Kamakura City Private Transfer: $497
- Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $471
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Rabat To Chefchaouen: $285
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat-Sale Airport (RBA) to Casablanca: $222
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private transfer from Rabat to Casablanca: $191
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $37Rabat $12
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.23
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.23
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Meal at Airport$6.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $23
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- 2 Hours Japanese Style Pub and Food Tour in Ueno: $32
- Private Sushi Roll Cooking Class in Japan: $39
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $40
- Sushi Making Experience in Tsukiji 90-Minute cooking class: $54
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class！ Sushi making class in Tsukiji: $55
- Japanese Traditional Cooking Class: $58
- Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class: $61
- 【Contemporary Culture】Food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $65
- Japanese Home Cooking Class near Tokyo Disneyland: $66
- 【Contemporary Culture】food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tokyo $69Rabat $2.83
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- 4 Hours Private Shibuya - Shinjuku Night Tour: $100
- Art Japanese Fan Crafting Experience in Tokyo Asakusa: $23
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $100
- Mt. Fuji Roundtrip Tours From Shinjuku, Japan: $84
- Tokyo Full Day Tour With Guide and Foods Included: $275
- “Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle <Roppongi, Shinanomachi, Shinjuku> A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car): $137
- "Nippori Fabric Town" Walking Tour: $41
- *Starting / Ending at Your Hotel* 3hr Private E-bike Tour Tokyo: $134
- 1 Day Bus Tour To Mitsumine Shrine From Shinjuku: $88
- 1 Day Tokyo Private Charter Sightseeing Tour with Guide: $500
- 1 Day Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Private Wagon: $490
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $147
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $132
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,924
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $720
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,397
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTokyo $33Rabat -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.92
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $25
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $80
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $92
- barhopping tour&bar crawl in Retro Town Shimokitazawa: $98
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $104
- Tokyo | 3 Hours Brewery Tour with Sake Sommelier: $105
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $137
- Private Local Craft Brewery Tour in Tokyo: $150
- Wooden Barrel Sake Brewery Tour and Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $167
- Private Walking Tour with Sake Brewery Visit in Chichibu: $190
- Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.: $233
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Rabat, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Rabat?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo 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.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo or Rabat?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tokyo or Rabat in the Summer?
Both Rabat and Tokyo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Tokyo in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Tokyo is generally a little warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 26°C (78°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Rabat. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during summer. Tokyo gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. In July, Tokyo usually receives more rain than Rabat. Tokyo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTokyo 26°C (78°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Rabat in the Autumn?
Both Rabat and Tokyo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Tokyo is cooler than Rabat in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Tokyo gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. Tokyo usually gets more rain in October than Rabat. Tokyo gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTokyo 18°C (64°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Rabat in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tokyo and Rabat. The winter months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Tokyo is much colder than Rabat. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tokyo in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Rabat averages at about 13°C (56°F).
Tokyo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during winter. Tokyo gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tokyo usually receives less rain than Rabat. Tokyo gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTokyo 5°C (42°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Rabat in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tokyo as well as Rabat. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In April, Tokyo is generally cooler than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 14°C (58°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. In the spring, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Tokyo gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tokyo usually gets more rain in April than Rabat. Tokyo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTokyo 14°C (58°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Tokyo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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