Which place is cheaper, Fez or Antananarivo?
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 Antananarivo or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Antananarivo and Fez 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: Antananarivo or Fez?
Antananarivo
Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar; it is also sometimes referred to as Tana. This city is the cultural and political center of Madagascar as a whole. There are multiple universities, museums, and other social venues in the city, as well as a national rugby team. This city has a very apparent French influence.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntananarivo $98Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $98, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Antananarivo and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $31Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $62Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo or Fez? 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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $15Fez $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Safe Transfer Airport - Hotel in Antananarivo Madagascar: $23
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $11
- Private Airport Transfer Arrival & Departure: $12
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Taxi Fez Airport Transfers(Arrival &Departure) To Hotel Or Riad: $13
- Fez Airport Private Transfer: $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $13
- One way Fes Airport Transfer or Vice Verca: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Antananarivo 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 dayAntananarivo $53Fez $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antananarivo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antananarivo.
- Cooking And Cuisine Tasting From Tana-Malagasy Fine Foodie Madagascar Tour: $245
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.65
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Dinner for 2$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $12
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $47
- Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class: $53
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $53
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $25Fez $9.85
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- 4 Days Adventure to wild Andasibe Mantasoa from Antananarivo: $997
- 6 Days Adventure to Andasibe & Tamatave from Antananarivo: $1,700
- 7 Days Sainte-Marie Island Tour by Plane from Antananarivo: $3,811
- 9 Days Adventure from Antananarivo to Isalo Park & Tulear: $2,345
- Andasibe Lemur Experience 4 Days/3 Nights (Comfort).: $1,847
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $38
- Antananarivo : Day tour to Mantasoa Lake: $384
- Antananarivo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $25
- 10-Day Southern National Parks & Reserves Tour: $3,700
- 2-Days tour to Andasibe National Park: $752
- Baobab Avenue & Kirindy Tours 4 Days/3 Nights: $1,415
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $69
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.18
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private & shared Tour in Morocco: $3.55
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.92
- Fes Pottery Guided Tour: $5.92
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $7.10
- Pottery & Zellige mosaic Tour: $7.31
- Fes Discovery Tour Historical Monuments Markets and Old Medina: $9.47
- Fez Walls and Hidden Medina Tour: $9.47
- Geometric mosaic & pottery tour in fes: $9.47
- Fes Shared Full-Day Guided Tour: $13
- Private Walking Tour inside the Medina with a Local Guide: $14
- The Most FEScinating English Tour with a group: $14
- Half-Day Guided Tour in Fes: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $10Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $176
When comparing the travel costs between Antananarivo and Fez, we can see that Antananarivo 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. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antananarivo Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Fez?
Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 44% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo and Fez, 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.