A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Marrakech vs. Oviedo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Marrakech or Oviedo?

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

Should I visit Marrakech or Oviedo? 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: Marrakech or Oviedo?

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.

Oviedo

Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.

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 Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Oviedo or Marrakech?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Marrakech is $103, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is $158. 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 Marrakech and Oviedo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Marrakech $59
    Oviedo $62
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Marrakech $118
    Oviedo $124
Compare Hotels in Marrakech and Oviedo

Looking for a hotel in Marrakech or Oviedo? 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 Marrakech


Hotels in Oviedo


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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: Marrakech Hotel Prices and Oviedo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Marrakech $14
    Oviedo $24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech

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

  • Essaouira Day Trip From Marrakech With Private Transfers: $274
  • "Marrakech to Chefchaouen: Your Exclusive Private Transfer": $270
  • From Marrakech : Private Transfer to Fes : $263
  • "Marrakech to Fes: Your Private Transfer for a Smooth Journey": $260
  • Asni private transfer from Asni city to Agadir airport (AGA): $252
  • Private transfer from marrakech to casablanca airport or center city: $249
  • Marrakech To Fez Private Transfer : $247
  • Private Comfortable Transfer from Marrakech to Essaouira: $238
  • Private Transfer Agadir airport - Marrakech: $238
  • Private Transfer: Marrakech to Agadir// or Agadir to Marrakech: $238
  • Private & Comfortable Transfer from Marrakech city To Essaouira (6 persons): $238
  • Private Transfer From Marrakech To Fez: $226

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oviedo

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

  • Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $109

Is it cheaper to fly into Marrakech or Oviedo?

Prices for flights to both Oviedo and Marrakech 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
    Marrakech $29
    Oviedo $78
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech

For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Orange Juice on the Square
    $0.33
  • Breakfast
    $1.33
  • Dates
    $0.66
  • Olives
    $1.00
  • Sandwich
    $1.43
  • Souvenir Spices
    $6.86

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech

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

  • Marrakesh: Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, Dinner and Show: $9.00
  • Sunset Dinner in the Agafay Desert: $10
  • Agafay Desert Dinner, Camel Ride & Quad Biking.: $12
  • Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner Show – From Marra: $12
  • Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show: $12
  • Marrakech Agafay Camel ride,Dinner , Fire Show: $12
  • Camel Ride in the Agafay Desert, Dinner and Fire Show: $12
  • Agafay Desert: Camel ride, dinner and fire show: $12
  • Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner in Camp: $13
  • Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
  • Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride and Dinner Experience: $13
  • Camel Ride at Marrakech Desert Agafy with Dinner: $13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oviedo

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

  • Oviedo Food Tour with Sidra and Wine Experience Small Group: $114

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Marrakech $11
    Oviedo $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Palace Tickets
    $2.21
  • Golf at Atlas Golf
    $63

Tours and Activities in Marrakech

For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 3-Day Berber Experience & Hiking in the High Atlas Mountains: $268
  • 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Experience and Camel Trekking: $131
  • 7-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech: $69
  • Agafay Desert Adventure Quad Camel Ride and Magical Evening: $60
  • Best Private Shopping Tour In the Souks of Marrakech: $48
  • Experience Moroccan Hammam and Massage: $119
  • Experience Spa Hammam Massage and Camel tour: $113
  • Experience the desert nomads in Marrakech!: $30
  • From Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour & Boat Ride: $28
  • Full Day Guided Tour in Ouzoud Waterfalls : $30
  • Half-Day Quad Bike Experience in Marrakech: $45
  • Hot Air Balloon Adventure over Marrakesh and Atlas Mountains: $214

Tours and Activities in Oviedo

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

  • 1934 Revolution Tour of Oviedo: $14
  • Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $14
  • Cudillero, Aviles and Cabo Peñas Lighthouse Tour from Oviedo: $54
  • Direct Tour to Covadonga Lakes Picos de Europa from Oviedo: $102
  • Gijon Cultural City Bus Tour Experience from Oviedo: $47
  • Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $18
  • Guided tour of Oviedo: $12
  • Historical Tour on the Origin of Oviedo: $11
  • Jurassic Museum of Asturias Tour from Oviedo: $65
  • Lakes of Covadonga, Onis Cangas and Ballasts Tour from Oviedo: $56
  • OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $12
  • Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center: $165

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Marrakech $10
    Oviedo $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:

  • Marrakech Nightlife Adventure: The Ultimate Pub Crawl: $26


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marrakech and Oviedo, we can see that Oviedo is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Marrakech is in Africa and Oviedo is in Europe, 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 Oviedo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oviedo 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 Marrakech Expensive? and Is Oviedo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Marrakech or Oviedo?

Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Oviedo. When comparing the sizes of Marrakech and Oviedo, 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.