A Travel Price Comparison for Morocco Tangier vs. Ouarzazate for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tangier or Ouarzazate?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tangier and Ouarzazate 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: Tangier or Ouarzazate?

Tangier

Welcome to the gateway to Africa. Sitting on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier, Morocco has historically served as the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Africa.

After World War II, this city became a destination for eccentric foreigners, artists, spies and hippies. After that, the city was neglected and gained a horrible reputation for the hustlers cheating visitors left and right.

In 1999 Morocco saw the beginning of a new monarch who was more progressive with his vision for tourism. This message lit a fire under Tangier, helping the people see the amazing potential in their great city. They built a new port, a new business district and revamped the airport. The beaches and streets have been cleaned up of trash and hustlers and there's a sudden surge in cultural activities.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate or Tangier?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Tangier is $61, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $42. 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 Tangier and Ouarzazate in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tangier $23
    Ouarzazate $21
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tangier $46
    Ouarzazate $42
Compare Hotels in Tangier and Ouarzazate

Looking for a hotel in Tangier or Ouarzazate? 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 Tangier


Hotels in Ouarzazate


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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: Tangier Hotel Prices and Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tangier $23
    Ouarzazate $3.38

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tangier

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

  • Private Transfer From Tangier To Fez: $127
  • Transfer from Tangier Airport to Chefchaouen: $88
  • "Fez to Marrakech: Enjoy a Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $205
  • Airport Transfer to Tanger City : $27
  • Door to door transfer from Tangier to Fes: $293
  • From Fes: Transfer to Tangier passing by Chefchaouen: $98
  • Luxury door to door transfer in Tangier: $59
  • Luxury transfer from Tangier to Tamuda bay or vice versa: $235
  • One Way transfer from Fes to Tanger passing by chefchaouen: $82
  • One way Transfer Tangier to Chefchaouen or vice versa: $142
  • One way Transfer from Tangier to Tamuda Bay: $53
  • One-way Luxury Tangier Airport or Port Transfer: $12

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:

  • "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $107
  • Ouarzazate Airport transfer: $22

Is it cheaper to fly into Tangier or Ouarzazate?

Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate and Tangier 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
    Tangier $20
    Ouarzazate $16
Typical Food Prices in Tangier

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


  • Fruit & Yogurt
    $1.69

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tangier

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

  • Tangier food tour with Rababe: $72
  • Tangier Food Tour with a certified guide!: $72
  • The Food tour of Tangier: $77
  • Tangier Cooking Class With a Local Family: $83
  • 3 Hour Private Moroccan Food Tour in Tanger : $83
  • Tangier Food Tour | Tangier Food Cultural Tour: $89
  • Tangier Cooking Class: $98
  • Moroccan cuisine : memorable private cooking class in Tangier : $110
  • Inclusive Beach Camel Ride, Cap Spartel, Hercules & Full Dinner: $120

Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:


  • 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: $33

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tangier $20
    Ouarzazate $11

Tours and Activities in Tangier

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

  • Tangier City Tour Bus Hop On - Hop Off: $14
  • Private Tangier Shopping Tour with Local Guide: $15
  • Tangier walking tour: $17
  • Tangier Private Walking Tour: $26
  • Tangier Old Town Walking Tour (Minimum 4 people): $28
  • Touristic guide: $28
  • Tangier Walking Tour: Discover the City on Foot: $30
  • Private Mountain Bike Tours in Tangier : $33
  • Private Walking Tour in Tangier Medina and Souks: $35
  • Hercules caves, Cap spartel tour of Tangier: $43
  • A private walking tour : $44
  • Walking Adventures in Tangier Medina : $44

Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate

Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
  • 3 days group tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert: $127
  • 4 day Fantastic Desert Tour From Fes To Marrakech via desert: $463
  • Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $22
  • Experience of kasbah ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate city: $132
  • From Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga desert 3-day tour: $227
  • From Fes: 3-Day Desert Tour to Marrakech: $228
  • From Fes: 3-Day Desert Tour to Marrakech with Accomodation: $198
  • From Fes: 3-Day Desert Tour to Ouarzazate and Marrakech: $215
  • From Fes: 4-Day Desert Tour to Marrakech via Merzouga: $467
  • Half Day Private Walking Tour in Sidiflah Gorges: $20
  • Marrakech day tour to Ouzoud falls: $74

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tangier $11
    Ouarzazate -


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tangier and Ouarzazate, we can see that Tangier 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 Tangier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tangier 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 Tangier Expensive? and Is Ouarzazate Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Tangier or Ouarzazate?

Tangier has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Tangier and Ouarzazate, 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.