Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Marrakech. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $116, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $69. 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 Ankara and Marrakech in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Marrakech, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Marrakech 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 Marrakech would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Marrakech 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Marrakech.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Marrakech. When comparing the sizes of Ankara 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.