Which place is cheaper, Toulouse or Meknes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Meknes and Toulouse 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.
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.
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Meknes is $46, while the average daily cost in Toulouse is $136. 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 Toulouse in more detail.
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Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Meknes and Toulouse, we can see that Toulouse is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Meknes is in Africa and Toulouse is in Europe, 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 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 Toulouse would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulouse 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 Toulouse Expensive?.
Meknes has a larger population, and is about 26% larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Meknes and Toulouse, 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.
Toulouse has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Toulouse and Meknes are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.
Meknes is around the same temperature as Toulouse in the summer. The daily temperature in Meknes averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Toulouse fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Toulouse. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. Meknes usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during summer. Meknes gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 275 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Meknes usually receives less rain than Toulouse. Meknes gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Toulouse and Meknes during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Toulouse for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Meknes is a little warmer than Toulouse. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Meknes in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Toulouse averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Meknes. In the autumn, Meknes often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Meknes gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 161 hours of full sun.
Meknes usually gets less rain in October than Toulouse. Meknes gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Meknes and Toulouse. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round. Also, many visitors come to Toulouse in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Meknes is generally much warmer than Toulouse. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 12°C (54°F), and Toulouse fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Meknes usually receives more sunshine than Toulouse during winter. Meknes gets 165 hours of sunny skies, while Toulouse receives 88 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Meknes usually receives more rain than Toulouse. Meknes gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Meknes as well as Toulouse. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Toulouse for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Meknes is a little warmer than Toulouse in the spring. The daily temperature in Meknes averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Toulouse fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Meknes this time of the year. In the spring, Meknes often gets more sunshine than Toulouse. Meknes gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulouse receives 178 hours of full sun.
Meknes usually gets less rain in April than Toulouse. Meknes gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Toulouse receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Meknes | Toulouse | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
May | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |