Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Jerusalem?
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 Jerusalem or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Marrakech, 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 Marrakech?
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.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $163Marrakech $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $163, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $101. 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 Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $80Marrakech $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $160Marrakech $116
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Marrakech? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $8.39Marrakech $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.95
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Light Rail Jerusalem$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $249
- Smooth Private Transfer: Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge: $230
- Secure Private Transfer: Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Service: $240
- Reliable Private Transfer: Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem / Tel Aviv: $250
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Airport: $145
- Private Transfer From Amman or Dead Sea To Petra and Wadi Rum: $85
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $186
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $85
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $88
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer privé depuis ou vers l'aéroport marrakech: $6.00
- Private One way Menara Airport Transfer to Marrakech Hotel: $6.00
- Private transfer to or from Marrakech airport: $7.00
- Marrakech Airport (RAK) Private Transfer to/from City Hotels: $7.12
- Private Transfer To/From Marrakech Airport: $7.38
- Private Transfer - Marrakech Menara airport (RAK): $7.72
- Marrakech Airport Transfer ( private ride): $7.72
- Marrakech City Center Private Airport Transfer: $8.00
- Private Marrakech Airport Transfer with Pickup and Drop Off: $8.31
- Marrakech Airport Private Round Trip Transfer: $8.31
- Private Welcome with Marrakech Airport Transfer: $8.32
- Private Marrakesh Airport Transfer: $8.81
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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
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Food Meals for one dayJerusalem $68Marrakech $29
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$3.35
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Watermelon$5.02
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Lunch$15
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Food at Market$19
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Juice$3.35
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Bagels$10
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Lunch for 2$18
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Snacks$7.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Mahane Yehuda Market Walking Food Tour in Jerusalem: $85
- Mahane Yehuda Market Guided Food Tour: $89
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $107
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $127
- Christmas Eve Jerusalem and Bethlehem with Dinner from Jerusalem: $180
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $251
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.30
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Dates$0.65
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Olives$0.97
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Sandwich$1.40
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Souvenir Spices$6.71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Magical Dinner in Agafay Desert with a Sunset Camel Ride: $7.12
- Agafay Sunset Camel Ride & Dinner Under the Stars from Marrakech: $7.13
- Camel Ride at Marrakech Desert Agafy with Dinner: $11
- Agafay Desert Camel Ride and Quad bike & Dinner Show: $11
- High Atlas Sunset and Authentic Berber Dinner from Marrakech: $11
- Marrakech desert tour dinner show & camel ride with sunset views: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike, Camel Ride & Dinner Show: $13
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Marrakech Agafay Desert Dinner Show & Camel Ride Experience: $14
- MARRAKECH QUAD BIKE : Sunset & Dinner Show & Camel Desert: $15
- Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner Show: $15
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $11Marrakech $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$42
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
- 7-Hour Jerusalem Political Guided Tour from Jerusalem: $260
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City: $9.99
- Along the Path of the Jerusalem Light Rail - Private Tour: $120
- Amazing Private Family Tour in Jerusalem: $458
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Best of the West Bank Tour from Jerusalem: $156
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $100
- Bethlehem Half Day Christian Guided Tour: $40
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour: $50
- Bethlehem Sightseeing Half Day Biblical Tour from Jerusalem: $60
- Bethlehem Tour from Jerusalem: $75
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.16
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Golf at Atlas Golf$61
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Marrakech Medina Self-Guided Walking Tour Experience: $3.55
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.93
- Marrakech Audioguided walking tour 2h45 and 21 reviews: $7.00
- Agadir Goats Climbing Argan Trees Tour with Souk El Had Market: $7.11
- Full Day Ourika Valley and Atlas Mountains Tour from Marrakech: $9.85
- Guided Medina Walking Tour Monuments and Souks: $10
- Navigate Marrakech Effortlessly, Your Digital Tour Guide Anytime: $10
- Berber Rugs Marrakech Shopping Tour with Shipping Available: $11
- Shared Sightseeing Tour Visit to Marrakech with Licensed Guide: $12
- Group Tour Day Trip To Ourika Valley Atlas Mountains: $12
- Marrakech Private Walking Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $20Marrakech $10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$6.03
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Marrakech Nightlife Pub Crawl with Hotel Pickup: $23
- Marrakech Nightlife Adventure: The Ultimate Pub Crawl: $25
- Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Marrakech, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Marrakech 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 Marrakech would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Marrakech 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 Marrakech.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 18% larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Marrakech, 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.
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