Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate or Antalya?
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 Antalya or Ouarzazate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Ouarzazate? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Antalya or Ouarzazate?
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Antalya Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $130Ouarzazate $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $130, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $60. 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 Antalya and Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $43Ouarzazate $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $86Ouarzazate $48
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Antalya 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.
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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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $86Ouarzazate $3.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Turkler Transfer - Economy: $96
- Antalya Airport (AYT) to Turkler Transfer - VIP Minibus: $128
- Antalya Airport VIP Transfer: $60
- Antalya Private One Way Transfer to or from Airport: $48
- Private Transfer From Antalya Airport To Denizyaka / Gündoğdu / Çolaklı: $76
- Private Transfer From Antalya Airport To Titreyengöl / Sorgun: $91
- ANTALYA:Private Transfer Cappadocia & Antalya City Center: $525
- Adana Airport Transfers to Adana city Hotels: $113
- Adana Airport Transfers to Osmaniye City Hotels: $155
- Adana Airport Transfers to Tarsus city Hotels: $113
- Adana Airport Transfers to Yumurtalik Hotels: $113
- Airport Private Transfer from Antalya to Side/Belek/Kundu: $72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate and Antalya 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 dayAntalya $35Ouarzazate $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Home Cooking Class: Make Traditional Baklava in Antalya: $68
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
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: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $36Ouarzazate $12
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.52
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $11
- ANTALYA CITY TOUR : Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $11
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Rafting & Adventure Safari from Zipline, Quad & Cabrio: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
- Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch: $13
- Old City Tour w/Cable Car, Boat, Waterfall & Lunch: $15
- Boat Cruise with Lunch, Foam Party, and DJ: $15
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: $119
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $24
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $54
- Marrakech Half-Day Guided City Tour : $72
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $54
- Ouarzazate ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ Private Full-Day Tour with Ait Ben Haddou: $227
- Ouzoud Waterfall Day Tour from Marrakech: $32
- Private Full-Day Tour of Ouarzazate and Oasis Fint: $173
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $119
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $54
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $16Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Ouarzazate, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Ouarzazate 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 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya 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 Antalya Expensive? and Is Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Ouarzazate?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Antalya 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.
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.