A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Piazza Armerina vs. Chefchaouen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen?

Piazza Armerina

Located in central Sicily in the province of Enna, Piazza Armerina is famous for its Roman Mosaics of the Villa Romana di Casale. The city, originally called Piazza, grew up during the Norman domination of Sicily in the 11th century, although the area has been settled since prehistoric times. The city was at its peak during the Roman times, which is notable by the impressive mosaics.

Chefchaouen

To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Piazza Armerina?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Piazza Armerina is €93, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is €54. 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 Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Piazza Armerina 56
    Chefchaouen 23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Piazza Armerina 112
    Chefchaouen 46
Compare Hotels in Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen

Looking for a hotel in Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen? 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.

Hotels in Piazza Armerina


Hotels in Chefchaouen


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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: Piazza Armerina Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Piazza Armerina 4.29
    Chefchaouen 14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Piazza Armerina

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Piazza Armerina:

  • From Catania: Return Transfer to Piazza Armerina & Agrigento: $106

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:


  • Taxi Ride
    0.93

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen

Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $23
  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
  • Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
  • Vice versa transfer to chefchaouen with optional tour guide: $64
  • Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $74
  • From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
  • Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $82
  • Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $99
  • transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $107
  • Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $113
  • One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
  • Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $119

Is it cheaper to fly into Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen?

Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Piazza Armerina 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Piazza Armerina 33
    Chefchaouen 17

Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:


  • Lunch for Two
    8.41
  • Dinner for Two
    9.34
  • Cupcake
    0.28
  • Nutella and Yogurt
    1.87

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen

For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
  • Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
  • 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
  • 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
  • Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
  • Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
  • Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
  • Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
  • Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
  • Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $122

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Piazza Armerina 4.29
    Chefchaouen 16

Tours and Activities in Piazza Armerina

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Piazza Armerina are as follows:

  • From Catania: Agrigento-Piazza Armerina Audio-guided Tour: $128
  • Roman Villa del Casale Mosaics Tour: $241
  • Villa Romana del Casale Guided Tour: $42
  • Private Tour of Villa Romana del Casale & Valley of Temples: $225

Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.

  • Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
  • Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
  • Tour by local guide : $16
  • Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
  • From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
  • From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
  • Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
  • Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
  • From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
  • Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
  • Discover the Blue Pearl - A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $38
  • Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $38

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Piazza Armerina 13
    Chefchaouen 13


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen, we can see that Piazza Armerina is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Piazza Armerina is in Europe and Chefchaouen is in Africa, 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Piazza Armerina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Piazza Armerina than you might in Chefchaouen.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Piazza Armerina Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen?

Chefchaouen has a larger population, and is about 72% larger than the population of Piazza Armerina. When comparing the sizes of Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen, 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 Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen?

Piazza Armerina has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Piazza Armerina as well as Chefchaouen. Most visitors come to Piazza Armerina for the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.

In the summer, Piazza Armerina is a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Piazza Armerina in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Piazza Armerina this time of the year. In the summer, Piazza Armerina often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 325 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.

Piazza Armerina usually gets more rain in July than Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Piazza Armerina 26°C (79°F) 
    Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)

Should I visit Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?

Both Chefchaouen and Piazza Armerina are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Piazza Armerina is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Piazza Armerina average around 19°C (67°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina usually receives less sunshine than Chefchaouen during autumn. Piazza Armerina gets 189 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Piazza Armerina usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Piazza Armerina 19°C (67°F) 
    Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen in the Winter?

Both Chefchaouen and Piazza Armerina during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Piazza Armerina this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.

Piazza Armerina is cooler than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Piazza Armerina averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the winter, Piazza Armerina often gets less sunshine than Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.

Chefchaouen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Piazza Armerina usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Piazza Armerina 10°C (51°F) 
    Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Piazza Armerina or Chefchaouen in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Piazza Armerina and Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the spring, Piazza Armerina is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Piazza Armerina in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Piazza Armerina, it's very sunny this time of the year. Piazza Armerina usually receives less sunshine than Chefchaouen during spring. Piazza Armerina gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Piazza Armerina usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Piazza Armerina gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Piazza Armerina 15°C (58°F) 
    Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Piazza Armerina

Piazza Armerina Chefchaouen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (51°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (56°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Apr 15°C (58°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 15°C (60°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 21°C (69°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 24°C (74°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 75 mm (2.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 13°C (56°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)