Which place is cheaper, Tangier or Valencia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Valencia or Tangier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Tangier, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Valencia or Tangier?
Valencia
Valencia is a port city that sits on Spain's southeastern Orange Blossom coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. As the nation's third-largest city, it is continually innovative in the arts and sciences with some futuristic architecture including a planetarium, oceanarium, and an interactive museum. The nightlife and daytime culture both thrive in their own ways, bustling with limitless opportunities for sight-seeing and entertainment. While the city is surrounded by fertile farmland, its center is a modern metropolis, skirted by beautiful beaches.
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 G Adventures Tours to Spain, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, 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 dayValencia €123Tangier €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €123, 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 Valencia and Tangier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Tangier €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Tangier €44
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Tangier
Looking for a hotel in Valencia 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: Valencia Hotel Prices and Tangier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valencia €18Tangier €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Valencia Airport (VLC): Transfer to Valencia Cruise Port: $237
- Private transfer from Valencia Airport to Alicante: $200
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $175
- Private Transfer from Callosa d'en Sarria to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $136
- Valencia Airport (VLC): Private Transfer to Valencia: $119
- Valencia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Valencia hotels: $119
- Private Transfer Valencia Airport to Hotel: $109
- From Morella and Peñíscola Day Trip with Transfers: $96
- Private Transfer: Valencia to Valencia Airport VLC in Luxury Van: $86
- Valencia Airport (VLC) Departure Transfer (Valencia Hotels to Valencia Airport): $82
- Valencia Airport (VLC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Valencia Hotel or Address): $82
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Valencia (hotel OR airport pick-up): $71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Tangier To Fez: $126
- "Fez to Marrakech: Enjoy a Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $205
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $26
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Tanger Private Transfer: $218
- Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $289
- From Fes: Transfer to Tangier passing by Chefchaouen: $96
- From Private Transfer to Fes: $272
- From Transfer to Fez via Chefchaouen and Volubilis: $247
- Luxury door to door transfer in Tangier: $58
- Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $231
- One Way transfer from Fes to Tanger passing by chefchaouen: $83
- One way Transfer Tangier to Chefchaouen or vice versa: $141
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Tangier?
Prices for flights to both Tangier and Valencia 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 dayValencia €40Tangier €19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Flamenco at Toro y La Luna with Drinks or Dinner: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Entrance with Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Traveling Spoon Sangria and Tapa Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Traditional Spanish Home Dinner: $48
- Valencia Traditional Food Tour: $50
- Guided Food Tour with Chocolate Tasting Experience: $53
- Paella Cooking Experience near the center of Valencia: $53
- Morning Food Tour with Central Market Visit: $63
- Cooking Class of traditional spanish food: $64
- Vegetable Paella cooking class, tapas and visit market: $65
- Valencian Paella cooking class, Tapas and Market Visit: $65
- Valencian Paella Cooking Class, Tapas & Sangria - Evening : $65
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:
- Tangier Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $30
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $60
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $65
- 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $66
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $66
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $71
- Morocco Food Cooking Class and Tangier City Tour: $71
- Tangier food tour : $71
- Moroccan 3-in-1 Cooking Experience: $74
- Tangier Food Tour with a certified local guide!: $74
- The Food tour of Tangier: $76
- Moroccan 3 in 1 Cooking Experience: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Tangier €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valencia
Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Flamenco Tour€16
Tours and Activities in Valencia
Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 + 1 Discover Valencia Self Guided Cycling- and Walking Tour : $11
- 150 Min Bike Group Tour with Local Guide: $33
- 2 Hour Private Bike Tour in Valencia: $27
- 3 Hours Valencia City Bike Tour with a Tasty Surprise: $35
- 3hs-Hour Guided City Sightseeing and Beaches Bike Private Tour: $38
- Adventure Jetski: $155
- Adventures day: Thermal Springs and Waterfalls: $103
- Albufera Natural Park Tour with Boat Ride from Valencia : $64
- Alicante: 8-hour cruise to Tabarca Island by private boat: $1,064
- Best Bike Tour Dutch & English in Valencia: $35
- Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $7.99
- Bike Grand Valencia Group Tour: $38
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus: $14
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
- Private Tangier Shopping Tour with Local Guide: $15
- From Marrakesh: Discover Essaouira Full-Day Tour: $17
- Tangier walking tour: $17
- Tangier Private Walking Tour with a Guide: $25
- Tangier Guided Walking Experience: $26
- Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
- 3 Hours Tangier walking Tour in Old Medina,Kasbah & berber market: $30
- Tangier Highlights Tour: Exploring the Cultural Gems: $31
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $31
- Private Mountain Bike Tours in Tangier : $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Tangier €9.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Free Shots: $13
- Pub Crawl With Free Shots: $24
- Wine Tasting with Professional Sommelier in centre Valencia: $59
- Wine Tasting and Tapas Experience: $101
- From Guided Cheese Factory Tour with Wine Tasting: $105
- From Requena Wine Tour with Tastings: $122
- Christmas Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $163
- Private Wine Tour with Wine Tasting and Full Lunch: $173
- Requena: 1/2 Day Private Vineyards & Premium Wine Tastings: $190
- From Utiel-Requena Wine Tour and Traditional Lunch: $208
- Singular Valencia Wine Tour Utiel Requena Wineries: $212
- Half-day tour in Requena with wine tasting and lunch!: $314
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Tangier, we can see that Valencia is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Valencia 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 Valencia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valencia 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 Valencia Expensive? and Is Tangier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valencia or Tangier?
Valencia has a larger population, and is about 17% larger than the population of Tangier. When comparing the sizes of Valencia 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 Valencia or Tangier?
Valencia 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 Valencia or Tangier in the Summer?
Both Tangier and Valencia during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Valencia this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tangier year-round.
In July, Valencia is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 25°C (76°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
In Tangier, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Valencia. In the summer, Valencia often gets less sunshine than Tangier. Valencia gets 303 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 346 hours of full sun.
Valencia usually gets more rain in July than Tangier. Valencia gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyValencia 25°C (76°F)Tangier 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Tangier in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Valencia and Tangier. Many travelers come to Valencia for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Tangier attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Valencia is around the same temperature as Tangier in the autumn. The daily temperature in Valencia averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Tangier fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tangier this time of the year. Valencia usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during autumn. Valencia gets 198 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Valencia usually receives more rain than Tangier. Valencia gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberValencia 19°C (66°F)Tangier 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Tangier in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Valencia as well as Tangier. Many visitors come to Valencia in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tangier throughout the year.
In the winter, Valencia is around the same temperature as Tangier. Typically, the winter temperatures in Valencia in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Tangier averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the winter, Valencia often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tangier. Valencia gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tangier receives 169 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tangier. Valencia usually gets less rain in January than Tangier. Valencia gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryValencia 12°C (53°F)Tangier 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Tangier in the Spring?
Both Tangier and Valencia are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Valencia for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Tangier because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Valencia is generally around the same temperature as Tangier. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 15°C (60°F), and Tangier fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Tangier. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Valencia. Valencia usually receives less sunshine than Tangier during spring. Valencia gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Tangier receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Valencia usually receives less rain than Tangier. Valencia gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tangier receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilValencia 15°C (60°F)Tangier 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Tangier and Valencia
| Valencia | Tangier | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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