Which place is cheaper, Ait Ben Haddou or Fez?
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 Fez or Ait Ben Haddou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fez and Ait Ben Haddou 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: Fez or Ait Ben Haddou?
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.
Ait Ben Haddou
Think of a time when you've seen Jerusalem in a movie. Chances are what you're really looking at is the traditional, mud brick city of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco. This city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and has also been seen in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Orson Welles' Sodom and Gomorrah, Jesus of Nazareth, the French version of Cleopatra, Bertolucci's Sheltering Sky, Scorsese's Kundun, Gillies MacKannon's Hideous Kinky, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Oliver Stone's Alexander the Great, and in some scenes from Game of Thrones.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco.
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Fez Prices
Morocco PricesAit Ben Haddou Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFez $93Ait Ben Haddou $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Fez is $93, while the average daily cost in Ait Ben Haddou is $95. 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 Fez and Ait Ben Haddou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFez $35Ait Ben Haddou $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFez $70Ait Ben Haddou $56
Compare Hotels in Fez and Ait Ben Haddou
Looking for a hotel in Fez or Ait Ben Haddou? 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: Fez Hotel Prices and Ait Ben Haddou Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fez $17Ait Ben Haddou $32
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:
- Casablanca Transfer from Fes via Meknes and Rabat: $177
- Fes Airport Private Transfer – Arrival or Departure: $15
- Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $13
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $11
- Fes Saiss Private airport transfer with arrival and departure: $26
- Fes to Casablanca - Private Transfer: $140
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $117
- Fes to Tanger Via Meknes and Volubilis - Private Transfer: $189
- Fes to Tangier Private One way Transfer OR THE OPPOSITE SIDE: $152
- Fes-Saiss Airport to Fes Hotels - One Way Private Transfer: $21
- Fez : One Way Private Transfer To Meknes: $96
- Fez Airport Private Departure Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Fez or Ait Ben Haddou?
Prices for flights to both Ait Ben Haddou and Fez 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 dayFez $45Ait Ben Haddou $44
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
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family: $29
- 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
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- 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
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fez $9.85Ait Ben Haddou $31
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:
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.90
- Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $7.08
- Pottery, Zellige Tour at our Cooperative: $7.08
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $7.08
- Pottery & Zellige mosaic Tour: $7.28
- Geometric mosaic & pottery tour in fes: $9.43
- Fez Old Medina Walking Tour with Local Guide: $13
- Private Fes Medina Tour with Local Guide – Culture & Hidden Gems: $14
- Half-Day Guided Tour in Fes: $14
- The Most FEScinating English Tour with a group: $14
- Shared Half Day Guided Fes Tour with Local Guide: $14
- Fez Highlights Half-Day Tour: Unveiling the Best of the Medina: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFez $13Ait Ben Haddou $6.69
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 Fez and Ait Ben Haddou, we can see that Ait Ben Haddou 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 Fez Expensive? and Is Ait Ben Haddou Expensive?.
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.