Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Johannesburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Johannesburg and Agadir 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.
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa with a population of over 3 million people. Most of the population is made up of South Africa's black residents, who predominately reside in the Soweto area. There are approximately half a million white residents and 300,000 residents of other descent. Half of the population live in the Soweto area as well as the nearby suburbs.
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Eco Tours in South Africa, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Johannesburg is $94, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $59. 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 Johannesburg and Agadir in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Johannesburg:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johannesburg:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johannesburg.
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johannesburg are as follows:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Johannesburg:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Johannesburg and Agadir, we can see that Johannesburg is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Johannesburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Johannesburg than you might in Agadir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johannesburg Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Johannesburg has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Agadir. When comparing the sizes of Johannesburg and Agadir, 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.