Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Meknes?
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 Meknes or Agadir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Meknes 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.
Where Should I go: Meknes or Agadir?
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
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 Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Meknes Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMeknes $60Agadir $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Meknes is $60, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $72. 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 Meknes and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMeknes $27Agadir $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMeknes $54Agadir $86
Compare Hotels in Meknes and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Meknes 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: Meknes Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Meknes $1.54Agadir $4.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Meknes
Also for Meknes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Transfer from Fes To Chefchaouen Via Volubilis: $123
- Private Transfer from fez to Rabat or from Rabat to Fes: $151
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:
- From 2-Day El Borj Desert Tour with Transfer & Meals: $447
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Imlil: $287
- Privatr Transfer Marrakech - Agadir Taghazout: $278
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Guelmin: $266
- Transfer Agadir to El Jadida: $262
- Airport transfer from Agadir to Essaouira : $249
- Private transfer Marrakech Taroudant.: $208
- Agadir to Marrakesh Airport Transfer: $195
- Transfer from Agadir to Mirleft: $177
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Marrakech: $174
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Imsouane: $153
- Airport Transfer from Agadir to Casablanca : $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Meknes or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Meknes 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 dayMeknes $26Agadir $24
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.21
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Spices$2.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $103
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$24
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Dinner$7.88
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
- Enjoy Sun Set View with Camel Ride & Barbeque Dinner - Aagdir: $5.00
- Fantazia Show & Dinner, An Evening of Moroccan Splendor - 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
- 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.Meknes $3.74Agadir $3.38
Tours and Activities in Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $17
- Fes to Volubilis via Meknes and Moulay Idriss Day Tour: $43
- Guided city Tour: $51
- Guided Tour with Entrance Fees: $51
- From Fez Guided Day Trip All Inclusive Tickets: $112
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $279
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$2.36
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- Agadir National Park & 4×4 Jeep Desert Safari Tour with Lunch: $81
- Agadir city Tour with big Souk Elhad: $29
- Goat on Trees and Crocopark with ticket: $44
- Day tours to Mini Sahara Desert + Massa Tiznit: $75
- From Agadir or Taghazout Sandboarding And Quad Bike Adventure : $81
- Paradise Valley tour from Agadir: $21
- Paradise valley tour &argan oil breakfast : $16
- Private Buggy Tour at the Beach and Mountains: $81
- 1 day guided tour to tiout tarodant from Agadir: $35
- 2 Days 1 Night Tour in Tafraoute and Canyon of Ait Mansour: $289
- 2 H Buggy Adventure in Agadir: $58
- 2 Hours Camel Riding Adventure in the Forests & Rivers – Agadir: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMeknes $2.76Agadir -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine$4.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Meknes and Agadir, we can see that Agadir is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Agadir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agadir than you might in Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Meknes Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Meknes or Agadir?
Agadir has a larger population, and is about 28% larger than the population of Meknes. When comparing the sizes of Meknes 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.
When is the best time to visit Meknes or Agadir?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Meknes or Agadir in the Summer?
Both Agadir and Meknes during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Agadir year-round.
Meknes usually gets more rain in July than Agadir. Meknes gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Agadir, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Meknes. In the summer, Meknes often gets more sunshine than Agadir. Meknes gets 330 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 253 hours of full sun.
In July, Meknes is generally cooler than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 23°C (73°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMeknes 23°C (73°F)Agadir 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Agadir in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Meknes and Agadir. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round. Agadir attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Meknes usually receives more rain than Agadir. Meknes gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Agadir this time of the year. In Meknes, it's very sunny this time of the year. Meknes usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Agadir during autumn. Meknes gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 238 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Meknes is cooler than Agadir in the autumn. The daily temperature in Meknes averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Agadir fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMeknes 19°C (67°F)Agadir 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Agadir in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Meknes as well as Agadir. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Agadir throughout the year.
Meknes usually gets more rain in January than Agadir. Meknes gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Agadir. In the winter, Meknes often gets less sunshine than Agadir. Meknes gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Agadir receives 223 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Meknes is cooler than Agadir. Typically, the winter temperatures in Meknes in January average around 12°C (54°F), and Agadir averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMeknes 12°C (54°F)Agadir 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Agadir in the Spring?
Both Agadir and Meknes are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Meknes usually receives more rain than Agadir. Meknes gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Agadir receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Agadir. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. Meknes usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Agadir during spring. Meknes gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Agadir receives 273 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Meknes is generally cooler than Agadir. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 16°C (60°F), and Agadir fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMeknes 16°C (60°F)Agadir 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Agadir and Meknes
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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