Which place is cheaper, Meknes or Toledo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Toledo or Meknes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Meknes, 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: Toledo or Meknes?
Toledo
Set upon a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain lies the ancient city of Toledo. Its intricate architecture is only enriched by its profound historical background, spurring tourists from all over the world to gaze at and study the story of Toledo. It has been given many names throughout its history, including the "Imperial City" for being the main venue for Charles V, Holy Roman Empire, as well as the "City of the Three Cultures" for its historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims, and Jews. In 1986, UNESCO named Toledo a World Heritage Site due to the plethora of extensive cultural and monumental heritages. You will find that though an old city, it is just buzzing to life with things to do and places to see!
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToledo €123Meknes €43
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €123, while the average daily cost in Meknes is €43. 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 Toledo and Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Meknes €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Meknes €48
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Meknes? 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: Toledo Hotel Prices and Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Meknes €1.37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
- Hot Air Balloon over Toledo with optional transfers from Madrid : $234
- Madrid: Private Airport Transfer to Toledo: $180
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to MAD Airport by MiniVan: $176
- Madrid: Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer & Optional Ticket: $36
- From Puy du Fou Round-Trip Transfer: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes and Toledo 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 dayToledo €39Meknes €13
Typical Food Prices in Toledo
For Toledo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch€11
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn€0.19
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Spices€2.34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Meknes
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fes Medina :Grocery shopping & cooking Class with Fatima: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toledo €30Meknes €3.32
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Toledo Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $263
- Auidio Tour - Toledo - Monuments of the 3 cultures: $6.41
- Boat cruise with guide on board + Historical City Adventure Gift: $11
- City Sightseeing Toledo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
- English Tour - Toledo Complete + Visit Casa Palacio: $8.56
- Essence of Private Tour with a Local Archaeologist: $191
- Essential Toledo with monuments and optional Legends tour: $27
- From Madrid: Avila, Segovia & Toledo Private Tour: $812
- From Madrid: Toledo Cathedral & Jewish Quarter Half-Day Tour: $56
- Full-Day Private Toledo Tour from Madrid With Driver & Guide: $727
- Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez: $13
- Guided tour of the Toledo Cathedral (Input included): $24
Tours and Activities in Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- Fes Volubilis Tour: $45
- From Fez: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes Full Day Tour: $17
- From Rabat: Volubilis and Meknes Full-day Tour: $258
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Meknes €2.45
Sample the Local Flavors in Toledo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toledo:
- From Madrid: Toledo Tour with Wine Tasting and 7 Monuments: $58
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine€4.29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toledo and Meknes, we can see that Toledo is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Toledo is in Europe and Meknes 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 Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Toledo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toledo than you might in Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toledo Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Meknes?
Meknes has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Toledo. When comparing the sizes of Toledo and Meknes, 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.