Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Marrakech?
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 Marrakech or Agadir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Marrakech or Agadir? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Marrakech or Agadir?
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.
Agadir
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 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Marrakech Prices
Morocco PricesAgadir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMarrakech $89Agadir $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Marrakech is $89, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $74. 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 Marrakech and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarrakech $46Agadir $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarrakech $92Agadir $88
Compare Hotels in Marrakech and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Marrakech or Agadir? 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: Marrakech Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marrakech $13Agadir $4.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Agafay Desert Pool Experience with Lunch & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Horseback Riding in the Palmeraie Grove with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- Horse Riding in Palmeraie Grove for 1 Hour & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Premium Moroccan Hammam & Massage with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- ATV Quad Adventure in Agafay Desert with Transfer – Marrakech: $5.00
- 2 Hours Horseback Riding at Palmeraie with Transfers - Marrakech: $5.00
- VIP Moroccan Hammam & Relaxing Massage with Transfer - Marrakech: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Buggy Ride Adventure with Transfer – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Relaxing Pool Day in Agafay Desert, Lunch & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Explore Palmeraie Grove 2 Hour Camel Ride & Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Learn to Cook Moroccan Food & Enjoy Lunch with Transfer-Marrakesh: $5.00
- Luxury Moroccan Hammam & Massage Package with Transfer -Marrakesh: $5.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- transfer from & to agadir city& airport to imsouane village surf : $63
- shutlle transfer agadir airport to or from hotels city center : $14
- private transfer agadir taroudant or transfer agadir taroudant one way : $52
- Trip to Croco PARK + Transfer & Admission Tickets - Agadir: $5.00
- Transfers to Taghazout pickup or drop off .: $54
- Transfer from Agadir to the beautiful town Tafraoute: $99
- Transfer from Agadir to Tamellalt: $90
- Transfer from Agadir to Mirleft: $180
- Transfer and excursion Agadir: $25
- Transfer Services: $34
- Transfer Agadir to Taghazout: $47
- Transfer Agadir to El Jadida: $259
Is it cheaper to fly into Marrakech or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Marrakech 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 dayMarrakech $29Agadir $24
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$6.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- ATV Quad in Agafay desert, Dinner, Show & Camel Ride - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Romantic Dinner in Agafay & Camel Ride with transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Chez Ali Fantasia folklore Show & Oriental Dinner - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Sunset & Romantic Dinner with Transfer – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Camel Ride & Romantic Dinner with Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Day Trip to Essaouira City with Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Cooking Class learn Full Day Adventure with Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Essaouira City Tour with Cooking Class and Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Sunset & Romantic Dinner with Transfers - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Chez Ali Fantasia Folklore Show With Oriental Dinner – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Enjoy ATV Quad in Agafay Desert, Sunset Camel & Dinner-Marrakesh: $5.00
- Delight Moroccan Cooking Class in Essaouira with Lunch- Marrakesh: $5.00
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$25
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Dinner$8.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Fantazia Show & Dinner, A Night of Moroccan Elegance - Agadir: $5.00
- Moroccan Fantazia Dinner & Show for a Splendid Evening - Agadir: $5.00
- Taroudant & Tiout Treasures Full Day Trip with Dinner - Agadir: $5.00
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $20
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $21
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $21
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $22
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $22
- Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner : $29
- Sunset Camel Ride in Agadir with Dinner in Habitant House: $31
- Agadir :Sunset Camel Ride with BBQ Dinner & Transfer: $34
- Agadir Camel Riding +Sunset and Dinner( barbecue): $34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marrakech $11Agadir $3.47
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:
- ATV Quad Adventure and Camel Ride at Palmeraie Desert - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Hot Air Balloon Adventure With Berber Breakfast - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert ATV Adventure, Show & Sunset Camel Ride – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Majorelle Garden & Koutoubia Tour by Horse Carriage - Marrakech: $5.00
- Atlas Mountains Adventure Visit Local Berber Villages - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Explore Atlas Mountains River Trip & Hiking Adventure - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Bahia Palace Ben Youssef & Medina Private Guided Tour - Marrakesh: $5.00
- City Tour Marguel Garden& Koutoubia by Horse Carriage- Marrakesh : $5.00
- Paragliding Fly Experience in Atlas Mountains & Lake - Marrakech: $5.00
- Private Tour to Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef & Medina - Marrakech: $5.00
- 3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes: $5.00
- Explore Atlas Mountain River With Hiking Adventure - Marrakesh: $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.43
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- Agadir Crocodile Park Adventure: $40
- Agadir buggy adventure : $33
- Agadir city Tour with big Souk Elhad: $29
- Private Buggy Tour at the Beach and Mountains: $64
- Quad agadir Tour : $34
- 1 Day Agadir Hiking Tour With Lunch: $78
- 1 Day Guided Tour in Marrakech from Agadir: $45
- 2 Days El Borj Desert Tour from Agadir: $287
- 2 Days Marrakech Day Tour : $115
- 2 H Buggy Adventure in Agadir: $57
- 2 Hour Buggy Tour in Agadir : $102
- 2 Hours Agadir Camel Riding Tour: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarrakech $10Agadir -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marrakech and Agadir, we can see that Marrakech 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 Marrakech would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marrakech 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 Marrakech Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marrakech or Agadir?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 20% larger than the population of Agadir. When comparing the sizes of Marrakech 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.
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.