Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Accra?
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 Accra or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Marrakech, 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: Accra or Marrakech?
Accra
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Safaris in Ghana, 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 dayAccra $53Marrakech $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $53, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $101. 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 Accra and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $23Marrakech $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $46Marrakech $116
Compare Hotels in Accra and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Marrakech? 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: Accra Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $20Marrakech $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $76
- Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
- From Private Airport Transfer, Pickup & Drop-off Services: $30
- Arrival & Departure Airport Hotel Transfers: $70
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Accra Private Airport Transfer: Zero-Stress Meet & Greet: $80
- Aburi Gardens Transfers: $187
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Marrakech TAXI Airport privâtes Transfer: $5.00
- Private transfer to or from Marrakech airport: $7.00
- Marrakech Airport Transfer ( ONE WAY pick-up OR/OU ONE WAY drop-off): $7.00
- Marrakech Airport Transfer (ONE WAY pick-up OR/OU ONE WAY drop-off): $7.00
- Private Transfer in Marrakech Airport and City: $7.00
- Marrakech Airport Transfer ( private ride): $7.58
- Marrakech City Center Private Airport Transfer: $8.00
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Menara Airport: $8.16
- Private Transfer - Marrakech Menara airport (RAK): $8.16
- Transfers between Menara Airport and Marrakesh: $8.16
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $8.16
- Marrakech Airport Transfer Private Car to and From Menara Airport: $8.16
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Accra 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 dayAccra $20Marrakech $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Accra Osu Night Market Food Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $80
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Private Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $90
- Private Ghanaian Cooking Class at Accra's Premier Food Hub: $200
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.33
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Breakfast$1.30
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Dates$0.65
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Olives$0.98
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Sandwich$1.40
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Souvenir Spices$6.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Marrakech desert tour dinner show & camel ride with sunset views: $6.00
- Magical Dinner in Agafay Desert with a Sunset Camel Ride: $7.00
- Marrakech Cooking Class in Ourika Valley: Garden Lunch & Pool: $9.60
- Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner & Stargazing from Marrakech: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Marrakech : Agafay Desert & Dinner,sunset &Camel Ride: $13
- Agafay Desert Dinner with Camel Ride from Marrakech Sunset Tour: $14
- Agafay desert quad &camel ride with dinner show: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Agafay Desert, Camel Ride, Dinner & Fire Show: $14
- Marrakech Agafay Desert Camel Ride, Dinner and Fire Show: $14
- Agafay Sunset Camel Ride & Dinner Under the Stars from Marrakech: $14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $4.05Marrakech $11
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- 1 Day Accra City Tour: $81
- 1 Day Cape Coast Door of No Return and Kakum Canopy Private Tour: $296
- 2-Day Accra & Cape Coast Tour: $200
- 2-day Tour of Downtown Accra: $216
- A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
- Aburi Botanic Gardens, Boti Falls,Umbrella Rock & Cocoa Farm Tour: $150
- Aburi Botanical Gardens and Asenema Waterfalls Day Tour: $165
- Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Tours: $190
- Accra - Ada Aqua Safari - Friendly Tours: $230
- Accra City Day Tour – History,Culture,Markets&Independence Square: $50
- Accra City Experience: $120
- Accra City Tour: $135
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.17
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Golf at Atlas Golf$61
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Marrakech Medina Self-Guided Walking Tour Experience: $3.49
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.83
- Marrakech Audioguided walking tour 2h45 and 21 reviews: $6.88
- Tea and Moroccan Stories cultural experience Marrakech: $7.00
- Guided Medina Walking Tour Monuments and Souks: $8.00
- Tuk Tuk Marrakech tour private : Audio guide , Gift & Pastries: $11
- Tuk Tuk Marrakech Private Tour with Pickup & Audio Guide Ride: $12
- Cycling tour in marrakesh desert: $12
- Shared Sightseeing Tour Visit to Marrakech with Licensed Guide: $12
- Private Walking Tour Experience: $12
- Marrakech Cultural Tour Madrasa Ben Youssef and Secret Garden: $12
- Atlas Mountains Experience: berber ,Imlil, Aroumd & the 3 Valleys: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $5.80Marrakech $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Marrakech, we can see that Marrakech is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Marrakech would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marrakech than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or Marrakech?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Marrakech. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Marrakech, 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.