Which place is cheaper, Portofino or Tangier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Tangier or Portofino?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tangier and Portofino 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: Tangier or Portofino?
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.
Portofino
Located on the Italian Riviera coastline just southeast of Genoa, Portofino is known first and foremost as a resort town and popular yachting destination. The half-moon village sits in pastels, curving into a beautiful harbor of fishing boats and luxury yachts. A castle on a hill overlooks it all, while shops, restaurants, cafes, and luxury hotels make up the spread down below. Portofino also has opportunities for hiking, diving, and boating.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTangier $84Portofino $483
The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $84, while the average daily cost in Portofino is $483. 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 Tangier and Portofino in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTangier $26Portofino $222
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTangier $52Portofino $444
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Portofino
Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Portofino? 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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Portofino Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tangier $26Portofino $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier
Also for Tangier, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers; Tanger Port - Tanger: $11
- Tangier Airport or Port Transfer – Private, Reliable, Fast: $15
- Private Transfer From Ferry Port to Tangier or Vice Versa: $20
- One-Way Airport Transfer Tangier Ibn Battuta to City Center: $22
- Tangier Private Transfers: $26
- Tangier Private Transfer from Airport , Port and Train Station: $28
- Private Transfer: Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Tangier: $28
- One way Tangier Airport Private Transfer (TNG): $30
- Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $30
- Transfers from - to Tangier airport: $30
- Private Transfer from Tangier City Hotels to Tangier Cruise Port: $31
- Private Transfer to Tangier City from Airport or Vice Versa: $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portofino
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portofino:
- Private transfer from Portofino to Genova Airport: $298
- Private Transfer from Portofino Cruise Port to Genoa city hotels: $176
- Private Transfer from Portofino Cruise Port to Genoa Airport(GOA): $176
- Portofino hotels to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Portofino?
Prices for flights to both Portofino and Tangier 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 dayTangier $39Portofino $239
Typical Food Prices in Tangier
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tangier:
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Fruit & Yogurt$1.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier
For Tangier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tanger Local Street food tours: $66
- Tangier food tour : $78
- Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $79
- Tangier Food Tour: $82
- The Food tour of Tangier: $84
- Taste of Morocco Guided Food Tour in Tangier: $84
- Sunset Camel Ride on Achakkar Beach including Traditional Dinner: $96
- Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family: $96
- Tangier : Sunset Camel Ride With Barbecue dinner in Tangier : $99
- Tangier Food Tour : A Delicious Walking Adventure: $99
- Tangier Tasting Food Tour: $102
- Memorable private cooking class in Tangier with a local family: $119
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portofino
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portofino.
- Portofino Boat and Walking Tour with Pesto Cooking & Lunch: $269
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tangier $22Portofino $32
Tours and Activities in Tangier
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tangier.
- Alchemist Quest Experience in Tarifa: $5.96
- Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $16
- Cap Spartel and Hercules Cave 3H Tour with Camel ride: $27
- Private Mountain Bike Tours in Tangier : $30
- 3 Hours Private Tour Of Tangier Visit traditional shops.: $33
- 3 Hours Small Group Guided Tour of Tangier: $35
- Full Thousand and One Nights Experience Tour: $36
- Tangier on Foot: A Guided Walking Tour: $40
- Hercules Caves, Cap Spartel & Camel Ride Experience: $42
- Tangier Old Town Walking Tour: $42
- Tangier Kasbah Medina Private Tour Recommended by Rick Steves: $48
- Walking Tour Of Tangier: $48
Tours and Activities in Portofino
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portofino are as follows:
- 1-Hour Snorkeling Tour in Paraggi Bay, Portofino: $46
- Boat Tour to Portofino and San Fruttuoso for Small Groups: $119
- Boat tour of the Portofino Promontory and San Fruttuoso: $76
- Cinque Terre: Boat Tours with Paraggina Tender Line: $4,433
- Discover Portofino on a Guided Walking Tour: $48
- Easy Kayak Tour to Portofino with Optional Snorkeling: $57
- From Boat tour in the beautiful Gulf of Portofino: $1,283
- TOUR includes Santa Margherita Ligure - Camogli.: $700
- Paddle Boarding Experience in Portofino: $59
- Portofino Kayak Tour: $59
- Portofino Private Walking Tour: $292
- Portofino Riviera and Cinque Terre Private Boat Tour: $776
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTangier $12Portofino $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Portofino, we can see that Portofino is more expensive. And not only is Tangier much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tangier is in Africa and Portofino is in Europe, 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 Portofino would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Portofino 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 Tangier Expensive? and Is Portofino Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tangier or Portofino?
Tangier has a larger population, and is about 1300 times larger than the population of Portofino. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Portofino, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.