Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Ouarzazate?
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 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 $59Casablanca $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $59, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $93. 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 $23Casablanca $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $46Casablanca $92
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 $3.71Casablanca $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $46
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $188
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $342
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)$7.64
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Taxi Ride$8.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Airport Private Transfer in Casablanca : $57
- One-Way Transfer from Casablanca to Fez via rabat : $234
- Private Transfer Marrakech-Casablanca: $169
- Airport Transfer from Casablanca to Fez: $145
- Airport transfer from Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $108
- Airport transfers : $44
- Best Private Airport Transfer Casablanca: $20
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $194
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $207
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Casablanca City Center Private Transfer: $29
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $54
- Casablanca Airport CMN to the City of Tangier Private Transfer: $191
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 $30Casablanca $36
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$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Marrakech: Romantic Night & Quads, Camels and Dinner Show: $14
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $46
- Marrakech: Desert Excursion, Quad, Camel, Dinner & Fireshow: $57
- Marrakech: 3-day Merzouga Desert, Quad & Camel + Dinner Show: $109
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.27
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Lunch$9.82
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca : $54
- Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $58
- Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
- Casablanca After Sunset Traditional Photoshoot and Dinner Show: $67
- Private CousCous Cooking Class in a Traditional Family Home: $70
- Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $80
- Moroccan Royal Dinner and Cultural Storytelling with Transfer: $81
- Small Group Casablanca Food Tour with a Local: $93
- Explore Casablanca Night Spa Relaxing Hammam and Dinner Included: $95
- Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $100
- Casablanca Food Tour: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $12Casablanca $9.74
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Ouzoud Waterfall Day Tour from Marrakech: $32
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $33
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $41
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $52
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $52
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $52
- Marrakech Half-Day Guided City Tour : $70
- 3 Days - 2 Nights Desert Tour From Marrakech with Camel Ride: $97
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $100
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $116
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $20
- City Highlights Tour: $23
- Private or Group Tour: $23
- Casablanca Guided Tour with Transportation and Souk Visit: $30
- Casablanca Walking Tour with Local Guide: $30
- From Marrakech: Casablanca Day Tour: $33
- Casablanca Tour: Private or Small Group Guided Experience: $33
- Casablanca City Tour with Hotel Pickup and drop off: $33
- Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $33
- Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket: $34
- From Rick’s Café to Royal Palaces: A Casablanca Adventure: $35
Alcohol
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Sample the Local Flavors in Casablanca
Also in Casablanca, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Lunch at the oldest Domaine from Casablanca: $299
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.