Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Tel Aviv?
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 Tel Aviv or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Marrakech, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tel Aviv or Marrakech?
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, 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 dayTel Aviv $192Marrakech $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $192, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $95. 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 Tel Aviv and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $104Marrakech $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $208Marrakech $108
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Marrakech? 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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Marrakech $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station$1.90
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Taxi to Airport$48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $120
- Private Airport Transfer - Great Service: $183
- Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $110
- Tel Aviv to Jerusalem - Private Intercity Transfers: $120
- Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) Private Departure Transfers: $55
- Tel Aviv Prvate Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Luxury Van: $285
- Tel Aviv Private Transfer To Amman With VIP Service: $280
- Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Jerusalem city - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV Private Transfer to Tel Aviv in Business Car: $285
- Tel Aviv Airport Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $140
- Tel Aviv Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $240
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Agadir private transfer from Imlil to Agadir airport (AGA): $283
- Agafay Camel Ride, Pool & Lunch with Hotel Transfers: $23
- Airport Taxi Transfers Marrakech: $21
- Airport Transfer Ride: $21
- Airport Transfers: $23
- Airport transfer hotel: $60
- Book your transfer Anytime Anywher: $25
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Marrakech to El Oualidia: $126
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Marrakech to Rabat: $142
- Day Trip to Essaouira with private transfers and guide: $250
- Effortless Private Transfer from Marrakech To Zagora Book Now!: $183
- Essaouira Day Trip From Marrakech With Private Transfers: $262
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Tel Aviv 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 dayTel Aviv $58Marrakech $27
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two$27
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$157
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$41
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.51
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Lunch at the airport$38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $75
- Tel Aviv Neve Tzedek White City and Carmel Market Food Tour: $120
- Levinsky Market Food Tour: $145
- Food Tour of Sarona Market and Azraeli Center: $165
- Christmas Eve Tour Jerusalem and Bethlehem Dinner from Tel Aviv: $180
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.31
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Breakfast$1.22
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Dates$0.61
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Olives$0.92
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Sandwich$1.32
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Souvenir Spices$6.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agafay Desert Adventure from Sunset Camel Ride Dinner: $9.00
- Agafay Sunset, Moroccan Dinner & Live Entertainment: $11
- Magical Dinner in Agafay Desert with a Sunset Camel Ride: $11
- Agafay Desert sunset: Camel and quad bike+Dinner with fire show: $11
- Camel Ride and Sunset & Dinner Show in Agafay Desert: $11
- Marrakech Berber dinner in Agafay, camel ride and fire show: $11
- Enjoy The Agafay Desert Quad, Camel Ride & Dinner with Fire Show: $11
- Marrakech Agafay Desert Dinner Under the Stars with Live Music: $13
- High Atlas Sunset and Authentic Berber Dinner from Marrakech: $14
- Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner Show with Camel Ride from Marrakech: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Marrakech Agafay Desert Sunset with Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $27Marrakech $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv$95
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Etzel museum$4.83
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Airport to City Public Transit Experience Israel: $150
- Ben Yehuda 7, Private Bike Tour with Yalla Bikes: $90
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $89
- Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $109
- Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $125
- Caesarea Haifa and Akko Tour from Tel Aviv: $99
- Caesarea, Haifa, Akko & Rosh Hanikra Full Day Private Tour: $1,662
- Carmel Market Tasting Tour: $78
- Carmel Market Tour: $200
- Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv: $121
- Dead Sea and Masada 1 day tour: $130
- Dead Sea and Masada Day Tour: $167
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.04
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Golf at Atlas Golf$58
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Marrakech Medina Self-Guided Walking Tour Experience: $3.41
- Marrakech Sensory Labyrinth Self Guided Podcast Tour: $5.47
- Berber Culture Experience & Atlas Mountains Tour: $5.71
- Self-Guided Podcast Tour The Hidden Paradises: $6.84
- Tea and Moroccan Stories cultural experience Marrakech: $6.85
- Skip the Line: Woven History Museum Ticket - musée Histoire Tissée: $7.03
- Marrakech to Essaouira / Small group day tour To Essaouira: $8.77
- Marrakech Audioguided walking tour 2h45 and 21 reviews: $9.02
- Navigate Marrakech Effortlessly, Your Digital Tour Guide Anytime: $10
- Small group to Atlas Mountains 4valleys;Waterfulls and camel Ride experience: $10
- Full-Day Tour from Marrakech to the Imlil & Toubkal Valley: $10
- Berber Rugs Marrakech Shopping Tour with Shipping Available: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $26Marrakech $9.66
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $27
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $30
- Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Marrakech, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Marrakech 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 Marrakech would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Marrakech 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 Tel Aviv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tel Aviv than you might in Marrakech.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tel Aviv Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Marrakech, 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.
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