Which place is cheaper, Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela?
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 Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela?
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.
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is the capital city of northwest Spain's Galicia region. Its famous cathedral marks the culmination of the Way of Saint James pilgrimage route, and is the alleged burial site of the apostle himself. The pilgrimage route begins in the Pyrenees, 500 miles away, though travelers can decide to join the journey at certain points in between, depending on how far they want to walk and how much they want to see.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOuarzazate $60Santiago de Compostela $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $60, while the average daily cost in Santiago de Compostela is $123. 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 Santiago de Compostela in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $24Santiago de Compostela $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $48Santiago de Compostela $86
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and Santiago de Compostela
Looking for a hotel in Ouarzazate or Santiago de Compostela? 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 Santiago de Compostela Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.76Santiago de Compostela $45
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:
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago de Compostela
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago de Compostela:
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $157
- Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port : $157
- Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $209
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or Santiago de Compostela?
Prices for flights to both Santiago de Compostela 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 $31Santiago de Compostela $39
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
Typical Food Prices in Santiago de Compostela
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Santiago de Compostela:
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Raspberries$4.11
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Ice Cream$2.35
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Cookie$1.17
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Kebab$8.51
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Dinner & Tapas (for 2)$32
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Tuna Empanada$4.11
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Fruit Shake$4.11
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Crepe$4.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago de Compostela
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago de Compostela.
- Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local: $106
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $12Santiago de Compostela $45
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $24
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Ouzoud Waterfall Day Tour from Marrakech: $32
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $33
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $42
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $54
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $54
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $54
- Marrakech Half-Day Guided City Tour : $72
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $119
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $119
- Private Full-Day Tour of Ouarzazate and Oasis Fint: $173
Tours and Activities in Santiago de Compostela
Here are a few actual costs in Santiago de Compostela for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Stroll Through History in Santiago: Quest Experience: $7.16
- Secrets of Private Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Santiago de Compostela Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
- Land of Legends and Meigas Tour: $14
- Guided Tour of the Old Town with an Official Guide: $14
- Queimada Experience Show and Tasting at Santiago de Compostela: $18
- Santiago de Compostela Hidden City Walking Tour: $18
- Guided tour of Bodegas Granbazán: $22
- Guided Tour Cathedral tickets included with Optional Portico: $24
- Guided Tour Santiago Cathedral, Museum and Old City: $31
- Santiago de Compostela Historic Walking Tour in Small Group: $32
- Tour to Fisterra - Muxía Express! (from Santiago de Compostela): $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOuarzazate -Santiago de Compostela $26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Santiago de Compostela
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Santiago de Compostela from other travelers:
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1 Pint Beer$2.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago de Compostela
Also in Santiago de Compostela, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and Santiago de Compostela, we can see that Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or Santiago de Compostela?
Santiago de Compostela has a larger population, and is about 61% larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and Santiago de Compostela, 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.