Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Antananarivo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antananarivo or Marrakech?
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 Marrakech 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 Marrakech?
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.
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 Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Madagascar, 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 dayAntananarivo $70Marrakech $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Antananarivo is $70, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $71. 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 Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntananarivo $29Marrakech $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntananarivo $58Marrakech $96
Compare Hotels in Antananarivo and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Antananarivo 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: Antananarivo Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antananarivo $14Marrakech $6.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antananarivo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antananarivo:
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $68
- Private Airport Transfert Ivato Antananarivo: $100
- Madagascar: Airport Ivato transfer to hotel: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $5.01
- Seamless Private Airport Transfer: From Airport to Hotel: $5.89
- Transfert privé vers ou depuis RAK aéroport: $6.41
- Marrakech Airport Private Transfers : $6.78
- Marrakesh: 1-Way Private Transfer to Menara Airport: $7.76
- Private Transfer From or To Marrakesh Menara Airport RAK: $7.91
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Menara Airport: $7.91
- Private transfer from airport Menara Marrakech To Riad/Hotel or Opposite way: $7.91
- Marrakech Airport Luxury Transfer from and back to Your Hotel : $7.91
- Private Transfer from or to Marrakech Airport: $7.91
- To or From Marrakech Airport (RAK) Transfer: $7.91
- Marrakech : Private Transfer to/from RAK Airport: $8.44
Is it cheaper to fly into Antananarivo or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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 $28Marrakech $13
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
- Private City and food tour in Antananarivo: $500
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$0.31
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Breakfast$1.23
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Dates$0.62
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Olives$0.93
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Sandwich$1.33
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Souvenir Spices$6.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride and Dinner from Marrakech: $15
- Dinner at Agafay Desert & Show With private table: $16
- Dinner in Agafay desert from Marrakech & camel riding: $19
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $20
- From Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner with Live Show: $21
- Marrakech : Moroccan Cooking Class with our Executive Chef: $21
- Moroccan Cooking Class for vegetarians and vegan: $21
- Desert Quad Bike with Dinner, Show, & Live Music: $21
- From Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, and Dinner: $21
- Restaurant Dinner Experience with Hotel Pickup: $22
- From Sunset Dinner in the Agafay Desert: $22
- Agafay desert dinner and sunset camel ride - from marrakech: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antananarivo $23Marrakech $7.23
Tours and Activities in Antananarivo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Antananarivo are as follows:
- 3 days -Wildlife and Lemur discovery Tour to Andasibe: $1,100
- AUTHENTIC ADVENTURES IN THE HEART OF NATURE ANTANANARIVO: $3,326
- Antananarivo : Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $36
- Antananarivo Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $25
- Guided Tour and sunset in queen's palace: $65
- Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $30
- Antanavario: Private custom tour with a local guide: $24
- Day - Tour Ampefy: $150
- From 9 days unique adventure trip to Tulear: $2,162
- Full Day Private Tour in Antananarivo: $209
- Half-Day Private Tour in Lemur's Park: $150
- Lemur Day Tour at Andasibe Rainforest and Vakona Lodge Reserve: $299
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$2.06
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Golf at Atlas Golf$58
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Skip the Line: Woven History Museum Ticket - musée Histoire Tissée: $6.96
- Atlas Mountain Full Day Tour with Three Valleys and Waterfalls: $11
- High Atlas Adventure: Discover Ourika Valley and Berber Culture: $11
- Marrakech Pickup: Ourika Valley and Atlas Mountains Day Tour: $13
- Ourika Valley and Atlas Mountains Day Tour From Marrakech: $13
- From Day Tour to Ouzoud Waterfalls: $13
- From Atlas Mountains and Ourika Valley Tour: $13
- 1/2 day Guided Medina Walking Tour & Souks : $14
- Agadir/Taghazout: Paradise Valley Half-Day Tour with Lunch: $14
- Atlas Mountain, Berber Villages, & Valleys Tour: $14
- From Marrakesh: Ourika Valley & Atlas Mountains Day Tour: $15
- Historical Marrakech Walking Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntananarivo $9.35Marrakech $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Moroccan Wine tasting from Marrakech at Atlas Mountains & Desert and Camel ride: $113
When comparing the travel costs between Antananarivo 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. 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 Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antananarivo or Marrakech?
Antananarivo has a larger population, and is about 66% larger than the population of Marrakech. When comparing the sizes of Antananarivo 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.