Which place is cheaper, Asilah or Athens?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Athens or Asilah?
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 Athens and Asilah. 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: Athens or Asilah?
Athens
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is home to a population of over 3.7 million people. It's most famous as the birthplace of Classical Greece and the history in the city is incomparable to that found anywhere. It became the national capital of the modern Greek State in the 1830s, before which it was just a small village with a very impressive history. The city was redesigned by architects and city planners and incorporated large public squares, lots of green space, and wide avenues. The city has had its ups and downs both economically and politically, but it remains a beautiful and impressive place to explore.
Asilah
Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAthens €127Asilah €62
The average daily cost (per person) in Athens is €127, while the average daily cost in Asilah is €62. 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 Athens and Asilah in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAthens €63Asilah €27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAthens €126Asilah €54
Compare Hotels in Athens and Asilah
Looking for a hotel in Athens or Asilah? 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: Athens Hotel Prices and Asilah Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Athens €27Asilah €14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Athens:
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Airport Bus for Two€6.40
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Metro€1.50
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Metro€2.00
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Metro from Airport to City Center€8.00
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Taxi from Airport€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Athens
Also for Athens, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Paros: Helicopter Transfer to Greek Islands or Athens: $2,695
- From Meteora Private Day Trip with Transfer: $1,048
- From Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Private Transfer: $461
- Private Transfer to/from Volos: $449
- From Private Cape Sounion Sunset Tour with Transfer: $299
- Transfer from Athens airport to Epidavros up to 4 customers: $298
- Athens Airport to Kyllini Transfer or from Kyllini to Athens: $291
- Private Transfer From Athens To Lefkada: $284
- Private Transfer From Athens To Meteora - Kalabaka: $273
- Private Transfer through Athens Attractions at Night: $273
- Vip Transfer From/To Athens Center - Lavrio Port: $273
- Private Transfer From Athens To Ancient Olympia: $262
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah
Also for Asilah, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Athens or Asilah?
Prices for flights to both Asilah and Athens 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 dayAthens €37Asilah €23
Typical Food Prices in Athens
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Athens:
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Ice cream€3.00
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Souvlaki€2.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Athens
For Athens, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Athens with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Street Food Tour Market & City Centre: $42
- Foodies’ Favorite Food tour: $46
- Greek Street Food Tour: $51
- Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries: $52
- Middle-eastern Cuisine Cooking Class with Meal: $52
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide and 7 Tastings: $57
- Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Organic Lunch on Poros: $60
- Alternative, truly authentic food tour in secret Athens: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Class with Meal: $63
- Greek Traditional Vegan Cooking Classes in Athina: $64
- Light Lunch Tasting & Cooking Demo: $67
Typical Food Prices in Asilah
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:
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Cookies€0.47
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Breakfast for Two€4.67
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Tagine Dinner for 2€7.01
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Athens €36Asilah €20
Tours and Activities in Athens
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Athens.
- Acropolis/Athens Highlights Private Evening Tour (5 hours) from Athens, Piraeus: $87
- Ancient Corinth Canal Epidavrous Nafplio Private Tour 8Hours: $180
- Apostle Paul's Footsteps in Athens Christian Private Tour 5Hours: $142
- Delphi full day V.R audio guided tour with entry ticket: $48
- EPIDAURUS & NAFPLIO : Private Full Day Tour From Athens 6 Hours : $173
- Full Day Tour in Athens with Lunch: $147
- Half Day Private Tour on Highlights of Classical Athens: $158
- Layover Private Tour in Athens: $245
- Mycenae Lions Gate Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Private Tour 8H : $191
- Self-Guided Tour at the Romantic Island of Hydra from Athens: $284
- Traditional Villages Full day Tour in Santorini: $59
- "Acropolis Half-day Tour and City Visit": $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAthens €23Asilah €6.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Athens
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Athens:
- Liquer tasting in Polykala's Distillery Show Room in Athens: $17
- Greek Wine Tasting: $23
- Premium Wine Tastings: $35
- Greek Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $43
- Athens Wine Tasting: $44
- Old Town Athens Wine Tasting: $52
- Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $52
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting Odyssey in Athens: $53
- Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting : $53
- Greek food and wine tasting: $53
- Rare Greek Wine Tasting w/Sommelier by the Acropolis: $59
- Wine Tasting and Storytelling in a Historical Square in Athina: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Athens and Asilah, we can see that Athens is more expensive. And not only is Asilah much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Athens is in Europe and Asilah 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 Asilah would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asilah 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 Athens would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Athens than you might in Asilah.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Athens Expensive? and Is Asilah Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Athens or Asilah?
Athens has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Athens and Asilah, 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.
When is the best time to visit Athens or Asilah?
Athens has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Asilah experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Athens or Asilah in the Summer?
Both Asilah and Athens are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Athens for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Athens is a little warmer than Asilah in the summer. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Asilah fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Asilah. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Athens. Athens usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Asilah during summer. Athens gets 357 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Athens usually receives more rain than Asilah. Athens gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAthens 27°C (81°F)Asilah 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Athens or Asilah in the Autumn?
Both Asilah and Athens during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Athens because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round.
In the autumn, Athens is around the same temperature as Asilah. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Athens in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Asilah averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Athens. In the autumn, Athens often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Athens gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 235 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in October than Asilah. Athens gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAthens 19°C (67°F)Asilah 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Athens or Asilah in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Athens and Asilah. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Athens this time of year. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Athens is generally cooler than Asilah. Daily temperatures in Athens average around 10°C (51°F), and Asilah fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Athens usually receives less sunshine than Asilah during winter. Athens gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Asilah receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Athens usually receives less rain than Asilah. Athens gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAthens 10°C (51°F)Asilah 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Athens or Asilah in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Athens as well as Asilah. Many travelers come to Athens for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year.
Athens is around the same temperature as Asilah in the spring. The daily temperature in Athens averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Asilah fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Athens this time of the year. In the spring, Athens often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Athens gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 251 hours of full sun.
Athens usually gets less rain in April than Asilah. Athens gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAthens 16°C (60°F)Asilah 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Asilah and Athens
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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