Which place is cheaper, Avignon or Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate or Avignon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ouarzazate and Avignon 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: Ouarzazate or Avignon?
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.
Avignon
Avignon is a beautiful medieval walled city southeast of Paris. Often referred to as the City of Popes due to the large number of popes who have resided there over the years, Avignon boasts a wonderful history of art and culture. Located on the leafy banks of the Rhone, it is probably best-known these days for the children's song - Sur le pont d'Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city's Unesco-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. And nearby Chateauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city's intact ramparts and pedestrianized center lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each summer, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d'Avignon. History surrounds you, sharing its secrets as you roam Avignon's quiet, shaded, cobblestone streets. Decorated with gorgeous fountains, avenues and squares, although Avignon is quite a big township, you'll see that this beautiful walled city still maintains its small town charm.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOuarzazate $60Avignon $850
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $60, while the average daily cost in Avignon is $850. 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 Ouarzazate and Avignon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $24Avignon $759
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $48Avignon $1,518
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and Avignon
Looking for a hotel in Ouarzazate or Avignon? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices and Avignon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.76Avignon $24
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Avignon
Also for Avignon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon by Sedan: $101
- Avignon to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer: $179
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon to Avignon Airport AVN by Van: $147
- Minivan Arrival Transfer from Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City: $147
- Private Sedan Departure Transfer Avignon to Avignon Airport AVN: $102
- Private Transfer from Avignon to Marseille Airport: $299
- Spirou Park Day - Tickets and Transfer - Marseille: $234
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $180
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or Avignon?
Prices for flights to both Avignon and Ouarzazate 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 dayOuarzazate $31Avignon $68
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Avignon
For Avignon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking with Agnes: $30
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $227
- Cooking Classes in Provence at La Belugue : $233
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $12Avignon $18
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
Tours and Activities in Avignon
For Avignon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Avignon Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.36
- Van Gogh Self-Guided Walking Tour : $9.99
- Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $12
- "Avignon with the Family" Flash Tour: $21
- All About Avignon Tour: $24
- History and Legend Walking Tour: $24
- Enchanting Historical Walking Tour in Avignon: $24
- Avignon City Pass: Tourist sites in Avignon and Villeneuve Lez Avignon: $28
- Around The Palace Tour: $35
- La Noctambule du Pape Night Tour: $42
- Solex tour and tasting at Domaine les Aphillanthes: $66
- Half-Day Walking Tour with Local Guide: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOuarzazate -Avignon $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Avignon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Avignon:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.59
- Outing EN Solex and Wine Tasting DE: $73
- From Wine Tour in 3 places inc. Châteauneuf du Pape: $93
- Half-Day Winery and Wine Tasting Guided Walking Tour: $96
- Wine Tasting Tour at Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- From Châteauneuf du Pape Half-Day Wine Tour: $105
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $107
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $108
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $126
- Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon: $143
- Full-Day Wine Tour around Châteauneuf-du-Pape: $188
- Luberon and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour : $202
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and Avignon, we can see that Avignon is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ouarzazate is in Africa and Avignon 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 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 Avignon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avignon 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 Ouarzazate Expensive? and Is Avignon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or Avignon?
Avignon has a larger population, and is about 57% larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and Avignon, 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.