Which place is cheaper, Fez or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Fez 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: Rabat or Fez?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Fez $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Fez is $53. 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 Rabat and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Fez $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Fez $56
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Fez? 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Fez $4.95
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Rabat to Tetouan: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Tangier: $144
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Mohammedia: $59
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $115
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $261
- Transfer Rabat to El Jadida: $115
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $229
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tangier: $267
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Fes: $185
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $205
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $205
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$1.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Fez : Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen the blue City : $294
- Private Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $293
- Private Transfer from Meknes to Casablanca (CMN) Airport: $290
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Marrakech: $273
- Private Transfer from Fes to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $272
- Transfer Fes to Safi: $255
- Tangier transfer from Fes via Volubilis and Chefchaouen: $228
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Tanger via chefchaouen : $218
- Private transfer fes to Marrakech: $218
- Private Transfer from Fez to Marrakech : $217
- Private transfer from Fes to Chefchaouen: $217
- Private transfer from Fez to Marrakech One-way: $212
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Fez $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $75
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $75
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $75
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.60
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Dinner for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family : $27
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $29
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $41
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $43
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $43
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $49
- Fes Family Cooking Class: $50
- Tour to Fez Morocco with Lunch or Dinner: $52
- Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $54
- The Best Cooking Class in Fez: $54
- Full Day Fes Cooking Class Experience: $59
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Fez $6.21
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,906
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $102
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $713
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $104
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,383
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $82
- Private Boat Exploration Tour in Rabat: $65
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$1.99
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Desert Tour From Fes back to Fes : $185
- 2Days Share Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Sahara Desert Morocco: $133
- Private Tour with official guide & Driver for Fez city: $130
- Tour in The Most Beautiful Spots: $212
- walking Tour in the oldest part of Fez (3-4 hours): $33
- 2 Days / 1 Nights, Fes To Fes Desert Tour: $277
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $250
- 2 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes: $175
- 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $152
- 2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara : $104
- 2 days Fes to Fes desert tour via Merzouga Sahara: $239
- 2 days tours from Fez to Fez: $280
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Fez -
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez: $250
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Fez?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 72% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Fez, 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.