Which place is cheaper, Turin (Torino) or Meknes?
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 Meknes or Turin (Torino)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Meknes and Turin (Torino) 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: Meknes or Turin (Torino)?
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.
Turin (Torino)
The first capital of modern Italy, Turin now serves as the capital of Italy's Piedmont region, making up the northwestern part of the country. Famous for hosting the 2006 Winter Olympics and today known as the World Book Capital, the city is also characterized by grand baroque architecture, palaces, churches, museums, and art galleries.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Meknes Prices
Morocco PricesTurin (Torino) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMeknes $63Turin (Torino) $221
The average daily cost (per person) in Meknes is $63, while the average daily cost in Turin (Torino) is $221. 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 Meknes and Turin (Torino) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMeknes $29Turin (Torino) $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMeknes $58Turin (Torino) $186
Compare Hotels in Meknes and Turin (Torino)
Looking for a hotel in Meknes or Turin (Torino)? 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: Meknes Hotel Prices and Turin (Torino) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Meknes $1.62Turin (Torino) $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turin (Torino)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Turin (Torino):
- Private Direct Transfer From Turin to Milan: $283
- Private Transfer from Turin City to Milan Airport/City by Sedan: $270
- Turin Airport (TRN) to Sestriere/Val Chisone - Arrival Transfer: $236
- Sestriere/Val Chisone to Turin Airport (TRN) - Departure Transfer: $236
- Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Breuil-Cervinia - Arrival Transfer: $236
- Turin Airport (TRN) to Chamonix - Arrival Private Transfer: $236
- Turin Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $132
- Turin Airport Private Departure Transfer: $132
- Private One Way Transfer in Turin to/from Airport Caselle: $76
- Departure by Van or Car from Transfer Turin to Turin Airport TRN: $69
- Torino Outlet Village Shopping Day private transfer from Turin: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Meknes or Turin (Torino)?
Prices for flights to both Turin (Torino) and Meknes 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 dayMeknes $28Turin (Torino) $87
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.22
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Spices$2.77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Turin (Torino)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Turin (Torino).
- The Monferrato Farm cooking classes: $36
- Turin Sweet & Chocolate Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $78
- Piedmontese Dinner with Local Wine Tasting in winebar: $84
- Turin, food tour, taste our tradition.: $94
- Cooking with chocolate in Langhe, Roero, Monferrato.: $96
- Dining experience at a local's home in Nebbiuno with cooking demo: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Castelnuovo Belbo with Show Cooking: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Casaleggio Boiro with Show Cooking: $102
- Dining experience at a local's home in Merana with cooking demo: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Grugliasco with Show Cooking: $102
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Feisoglio with Show Cooking: $102
- Turin Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Meknes $3.94Turin (Torino) $32
Tours and Activities in Meknes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
- Guided city Tour: $57
- Guided Tour with Entrance Fees: $58
- From Fez Guided Day Trip All Inclusive Tickets: $127
Tours and Activities in Turin (Torino)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Turin (Torino) are as follows:
- Charming walking Tour of Turin: $240
- Turin: Chocolate tour : $144
- Wine Experience of Nebbiolo in Alto Piemonte : $38
- 2 Hours Private Guided Tour in Turin Egyptian Museum : $203
- 2-hour Turin guided small group walking tour: $53
- Capital of Magic Walking Tour in Turin: $228
- Cesarine: 3-Course Dining & Wine Pairing Experience in Langhe: $227
- City Sightseeing Turin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Egyptian Museum Private Tour - Skip-the-Line : $162
- Egyptian Museum of Turin with local Museum Guide tickets included: $95
- Flavours of Turin Walking Tour: $161
- Flight Simulator Experience LONG RANGE 90 Minutes: $275
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMeknes $2.91Turin (Torino) $10
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$5.08
Sample the Local Flavors in Turin (Torino)
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Turin (Torino):
- Winery tour and wine tasting in Agliano Terme: $22
- Langhe and Monferrato Wine Tasting with the Producer: $30
- Tour and Wine Tasting in Langhe and Monferrato: $35
- Organic Wine Tasting in the Langhe Hills – Vineyard & Cellar Tour: $36
- 2 Hours Guided Tour and Wine Tasting in the Heart of Roero: $42
- Organic Wine Tasting in Monferrato: $42
- Wine Tour and Tasting with the Producer in the Monferrato-Classic: $46
- Monferrato (Asti province): Barbera Wine Tasting Experience: $47
- Unique wine tasting at Winery Marchesi Incisa della Rocchetta: $48
- Wine Tour and tasting in the Monferrato - Premium: $52
- Wine Tasting near Royal Palace of Turin: $54
- Discover Turin between art and wine tastings: $59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Meknes and Turin (Torino), we can see that Turin (Torino) is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Meknes is in Africa and Turin (Torino) 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 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 Turin (Torino) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Turin (Torino) 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 Meknes Expensive? and Is Turin (Torino) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Meknes or Turin (Torino)?
Turin (Torino) has a larger population, and is about 59% larger than the population of Meknes. When comparing the sizes of Meknes and Turin (Torino), 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.