Which place is cheaper, Fez or Soweto?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Soweto or Fez?
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 Soweto and Fez. 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: Soweto or Fez?
Soweto
The name Soweto is an acronym for South Western Townships, first used in 1963 to describe the groups of townships to the south west of Johannesburg. It is a city of contrasts, featuring anything from tin shanties to luxurious mansions, and is probably best known for being the home of two Nobel Prize winners.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cape Town, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cape Town, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySoweto $67Fez $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Soweto is $67, while the average daily cost in Fez is $55. 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 Soweto and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSoweto $34Fez $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSoweto $68Fez $58
Compare Hotels in Soweto and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Soweto 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: Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Soweto $13Fez $5.13
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$2.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfer from fes to chefchaouen: $80
- private transfer fes casablanca : $107
- private one-way Transfer from Fes to Casabanca: $126
- Transfer service from Fez Sais Airport : $13
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $207
- Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $143
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca : $166
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $11
- Transfer Private From Fes To Tetouan: $187
- Transfer From Fez to Marrakech Or kech to Fez: $199
- Transfer Fes to Safi: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Soweto or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Soweto 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 daySoweto $22Fez $19
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.62
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Romantic Dinner in Fez: $39
- Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class : $39
- Cooking Class by Nzaha in Morocco: $45
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $45
- Hosted Dinner With Family in Fes, Enjoy Tea and Unique Stories: $45
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $50
- Fes Family Cooking Class: $51
- Fez Souk 4-Hour Traditional Home Cooking: $55
- Unforgettable Fes Cooking Class with a local: $56
- Cooking Local Tajine Class in Fez: $56
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $56
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Soweto $17Fez $6.43
Tours and Activities in Soweto
For Soweto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour: $63
- Johannesburg: Soweto Night Tour: $102
- Johannesburg: Soweto Tour with Lunch: $74
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$2.06
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 : $189
- A Unique Experience In Fez With A Guide And A Driver (Full Day): $201
- Private Guided Tour of Fes with Pick Up: $45
- Private Tour with official guide & Driver for Fez city: $134
- walking Tour in the oldest part of Fez (3-4 hours): $33
- 2 Days Desert Tour From Fez To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek and back to Fez: $297
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $256
- 2 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes: $179
- 2 Days Sahara Group Tour Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga: $134
- 2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara : $144
- 2 days Fes to Fes desert tour via Merzouga Sahara: $245
- 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $167
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySoweto $8.90Fez -
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: $256
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Soweto and Fez, we can see that Soweto is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez 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 Soweto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Soweto than you might in Fez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Soweto Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Soweto or Fez?
Soweto has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Soweto 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.