Which place is cheaper, Gijon or Fez?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fez and Gijon 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.
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.
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Fez is $53, while the average daily cost in Gijon is $128. 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 Gijon in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
Prices for flights to both Gijon 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.
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fez and Gijon, we can see that Gijon is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fez is in Africa and Gijon is in Europe, 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 Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon than you might in Fez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fez Expensive? and Is Gijon Expensive?.
Fez has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Gijon. When comparing the sizes of Fez and Gijon, 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.