Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Ouarzazate?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ouarzazate or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ouarzazate and Casablanca 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: Ouarzazate or Casablanca?
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, 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 dayOuarzazate $43Casablanca $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $43, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $73. 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 Ouarzazate and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $22Casablanca $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $44Casablanca $86
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Ouarzazate or Casablanca? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.45Casablanca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $42
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $107
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $317
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.11
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Taxi Ride$8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Private Transfer Marrakech-Casablanca: $155
- Airport Transfer from Casablanca to Fez: $139
- Airport transfer from Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $103
- Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $17
- Bi-directional Casablanca Airport Transfer.: $25
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $195
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $338
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $179
- Casablanca : Private Transfer From Fez To Casablanca: $146
- Casablanca Airport (CMN): Transfer to Casablanca Cruise Port: $107
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Chef-chaouen Private Transfer: $238
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Essaouira Private Transfer: $232
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Ouarzazate 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 dayOuarzazate $16Casablanca $20
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $44
- Oases Fint Tour With Dinner: $67
- Zagora 2 Days Sahara Desert Tour with Dinner and Desert Camp: $79
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.05
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Lunch$9.14
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $30
- Street Food Tour by Night: $61
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $65
- Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $68
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $72
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $101
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Return Hotel Transfers: $108
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $113
- Casablanca Food Tour: $115
- Beach view cooking class: $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $11Casablanca $9.07
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half Day Private Walking Tour in Sidiflah Gorges: $20
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $22
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $22
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $55
- Marrakech day tour to Ouzoud falls: $74
- From Marrakech: 2-Day Sahara Tour to Zagora & Ait Ben Haddou: $97
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $100
- From Marrakech : Merzouga 3 day desert tour with camel ride: $106
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $111
- From Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour: $113
- Private tour Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate. Lunch included.: $121
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Platinum Tour - Hassan II Mosque and cathedral: $13
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $15
- Hassan II Mosque Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $15
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $16
- Private Tour the Mosque Hassan II & Notre Damme Cathedral: $17
- Hassan II Mosque: Fast-Track Tickets Available!: $18
- The Backstage of Art: Private Guided Tour: $21
- Historical and Cultural Casablanca Half-Day Guided Tour: $21
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $21
- Traditional Souks Shopping Private Tour: $24
- casablanca Shopping Hidden Souks : Private guided Tour: $26
- Private or Group Guided City Tour: $26
Alcohol
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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca than you might in Ouarzazate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ouarzazate Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and Casablanca, 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.