A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jerusalem vs. Fez for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jerusalem or Fez?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Fez, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Fez?

Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.

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 Religious Tours in Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Fez or Jerusalem?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $132, while the average daily cost in Fez is $85. 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 Jerusalem and Fez in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jerusalem $65
    Fez $32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jerusalem $130
    Fez $64
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Fez

Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem 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.

Hotels in Jerusalem


Hotels in Fez


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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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jerusalem $6.79
    Fez $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $3.20
  • Light Rail Jerusalem
    $9.89

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:

  • VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
  • Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
  • Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Airport: $125
  • Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
  • Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
  • Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $260
  • Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (Arrival/Departure) Intercity Transfers: $90
  • Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
  • Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $170
  • Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
  • Jerusalem Private Transfer To Tel Aviv Airport: $85
  • Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.98

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez

Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private VIP Transfer from Airport to Fes City or Vice Versa: $10
  • Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
  • Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
  • Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
  • Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $12
  • Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Fes Saiss Airport to your Hotel or Riad: $12
  • Transfer From Fez Airport to Fes Medina: $13
  • Private Airport Transfer Arrival OR Departure: $13
  • Fez : One-Way Private Airport Transfer: $14

Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Fez?

Prices for flights to both Fez and Jerusalem 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Jerusalem $55
    Fez $41
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Orange Juice
    $2.71
  • Watermelon
    $4.06
  • Lunch
    $12
  • Food at Market
    $15
  • Juice
    $2.71
  • Bagels
    $8.13
  • Lunch for 2
    $15
  • Snacks
    $5.69

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.

  • Food Tour in Jerusalem with a Local : $72
  • Mahane Yehuda Market food tour jerusalem: $99
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $107
  • The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $127
  • Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $163

Typical Food Prices in Fez

For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Yogurt
    $0.59
  • Dinner for 2
    $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez

For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $42
  • Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $42
  • Private Cooking Class & Market Tour: A Family Experience & pickup: $45
  • Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $45
  • Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $47
  • Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class : $47
  • Fez Souk 4-Hour Traditional Home Cooking: $51
  • Cooking Local Tajine Class in Fez: $53
  • Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $53
  • Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $53
  • Unforgettable Fes Cooking Class with a local: $53
  • Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $58

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jerusalem $8.61
    Fez $8.96
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Cooking Classes for 2
    $34

Tours and Activities in Jerusalem

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:

  • 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
  • Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
  • Private Tour in old Jerusalem: $94
  • (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
  • 1-Day : Jerusalem & Dead Sea Private Tour.      : $923
  • 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
  • 2-Days Tour Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Jericho, and The Dead Sea : $300
  • Along the Path of the Jerusalem Light Rail - Private Tour: $120
  • Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $482
  • Best of Jerusalem Day Tour from Jerusalem: $95
  • Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $89
  • Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Granary Fee
    $1.98

Tours and Activities in Fez

For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $5.25
  • Fez City Tours : Crafts & Shopping Tour in Souks: $10
  • A group walking tour in Fes/Fez : $11
  • A FEScinating group tour : $11
  • Fes Spicy Tour with Moroccan Tea: $11
  • Private Walking Tour at the OLD MEDINA OF Fez: $11
  • Fes Shared Full-Day Guided Tour : $11
  • Cultural tour in Fez: $15
  • Discover Pottery and Mosaic Zellige on a Factory Tour in Fes: $15
  • Half-Day Guided Tour in Fes : $16
  • Private Shopping Tour in the Souks of the Old Medina: $16
  • Small-Group Full-Day Meknes, Volubilis and Moulay Idriss Zerhoun Tour from Fez: $16

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jerusalem $16
    Fez $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Beer
    $4.88


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Fez, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem 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 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Fez?

Fez has a larger population, and is about 35% larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem 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.