Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Marrakech?
Ankara
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
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 Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, 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 dayAnkara $94Marrakech $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $94, 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 Ankara and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $38Marrakech $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $76Marrakech $116
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Ankara 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $25Marrakech $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $53
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $41
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $53
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $69
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $113
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $55
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $113
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- "Marrakech to El Jadida: Private Transfer for Your Comfort": $118
- 2h Quad Adventure in the Marrakech Palmeraie With Transfer: $30
- Aéroport transfer: $18
- Agafay Camel Ride, Pool & Lunch with Hotel Transfers: $24
- Agafay Desert Luxury Private Lunch with 4x4 Transfer: $178
- Agafay Desert Pool Day with Camel Ride, Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $33
- Agafay Desert Tour with Private Breakfast and Transfer Included: $261
- Airport transfer Transfer to your hotel in Marrakech: $30
- Airport transfer hotel: $62
- Anima Garden Experience: Tickets And Hassle-Free Transfers: $75
- Arrival Private Transfer: Marrakech Menara Airport RAK to Marrakech in Van: $50
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Marrakech to Rabat: $147
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $38Marrakech $29
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Sustainable Home Cooking Class in Ankara: $89
- Home Cooking Class, Sustainable Tables & Stories: $104
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $291
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$0.32
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Breakfast$1.30
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Dates$0.65
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Olives$0.97
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Sandwich$1.40
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Souvenir Spices$6.71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Marrakech to Agafay Sunset Camel and Quad Combo with Dinner: $9.00
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride and Quad Bike with Dinner Show: $9.48
- Camel Ride at Marrakech Desert Agafy with Dinner: $11
- Excursion from Marrakech to Agafay desert Quad Camel dinner show: $12
- Marrakech desert tour dinner show & camel ride with sunset views: $12
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride and Quad bike & Dinner Show: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Agafay desert quad &camel ride with dinner show: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner Show: $15
- Agafay desert dinner show camel ride with sunset: $15
- Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner, Fire Show, Music & Stargazing: $15
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $23Marrakech $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.17
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4-Day Eastern Anatolia Tour on the Touristic Eastern Express: $1,922
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $34
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $36
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $33
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Local: $27
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $237
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Highlights: $24
- Ankara Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Ankara Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $39
- 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $17,285
- Atakule Tower Observation Deck Ticket: $13
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
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$2.16
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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: $3.54
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.92
- Marrakech Audioguided walking tour 2h45 and 21 reviews: $6.99
- Agadir Goats Climbing Argan Trees Tour with Souk El Had Market: $7.11
- Guided Medina Walking Tour Monuments and Souks: $10
- Marrakech Airport to Hotel – Your Premium Arrival Experience: $11
- Bahia Palace Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $12
- Marrakech Private Walking Tour: $12
- Cycling tour in marrakesh desert: $12
- Shared Sightseeing Tour Visit to Marrakech with Licensed Guide: $12
- From Ourika Valley Adventure with Atlas Mountains: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $10Marrakech $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Marrakech Nightlife Pub Crawl with Hotel Pickup: $36
- Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $130
When comparing the travel costs between Ankara and Marrakech, we can see that Marrakech is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Ankara is in Europe and Marrakech is in Africa, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
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?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Marrakech?
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.
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