Which place is cheaper, Fez or Beirut?
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 Beirut or Fez?
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 Beirut and Fez. 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: Beirut or Fez?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Beirut Prices
Lebanon PricesFez Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.77Fez $91
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, while the average daily cost in Fez is $91. 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 Beirut and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Fez $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Fez $68
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Beirut 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Fez $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Paragliding in Lebanon with Hotel Transfer From Beirut: $192
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $25
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.99
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $200
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $13
- Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
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$2.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from fes to marrakech: $220
- private transfer from fes to Casablanca: $199
- private transfer fes casablanca: $112
- private one-way Transfer from Fes to Casabanca: $132
- Transfer from Fez to Rabat (Private): $185
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen, The Blue City: $96
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $216
- Transfer from Fes to Tangier: $187
- Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $149
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $175
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $1.23Fez $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $74
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Beirut Street Food Tour | Hummus, Knefeh & Manoushe: $135
- Beirut Street Food Tour | 4 Neighbourhoods · All Inclusive: $150
- Private Beirut Street Food Tour with Lunch | Max 6 People: $150
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.64
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Dinner for 2$12
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
- Flavors of Fez by Locals ( Cooking Class ): $41
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $41
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $52
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $52
- Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class: $52
- Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class Experience: $58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Fez $9.67
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $264
- Afternoon Tour | Beiteddine Palace & Deir el Qamar | Small Group: $75
- Anjar baalback & Ksara tour: $130
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Semi-Private Tour | Max 10 · Lunch Incl: $55
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $55
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery Small-Group Tour | Lunch included: $55
- Baalback Roman temples tour: $128
- Baalbek, Anjar & Ksara Small Group Tour with Lunch from Beirut: $55
- Beirut : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With Guide: $72
- Beirut City Small-Group Tour | 3 Hours · 10 Landmarks · Noon: $150
- Beirut Civil War Tour Guided Tour of Historic War Sites: $103
- Beirut Downtown, Corniche and National Museum Tour: $85
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$2.14
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $128
- 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $128
- 2 Day Private Fez Desert Tour to Merzouga: $227
- 2 Day Private Sahara Adventure from Fez to Merzouga and Back: $239
- 2 Days / 1 Nights, Fes To Fes Desert Tour: $277
- 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $152
- 2 Days Desert Tour Fez to Marrakech (Or back to Fez): $185
- 2 Days Desert Tour from fes to Fes: $134
- 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $147
- 2 Days Luxury Magic Morocco Desert Tour From Fes To Fes: $169
- 2 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes: $188
- 2 Days Sahara Group Tour Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun Day Trip: $75
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas: $100
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Beirut: $100
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $182
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $228
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: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Fez 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Fez?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 99% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Beirut 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.