Which place is cheaper, Meknes or Palermo?
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 Palermo or Meknes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Palermo and Meknes 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: Palermo or Meknes?
Palermo
Located on its north coast, Palermo is the capital city of Sicily. The city has a lot to offer visitors who decide to venture to this often overlooked part of Italy. There is an interesting history, some unique and delicious food, and a fascinating culture. Prices in Sicily are generally cheaper than elsewhere in Italy. There are a handful of budget accommodation options and plenty of mid range hotels that are spread throughout the city. The rooms are usually comfortable and clean but as always, read reviews before making your reservation.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Italy, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPalermo €114Meknes €53
The average daily cost (per person) in Palermo is €114, while the average daily cost in Meknes is €53. 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 Palermo and Meknes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPalermo €56Meknes €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPalermo €112Meknes €48
Compare Hotels in Palermo and Meknes
Looking for a hotel in Palermo or Meknes? 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: Palermo Hotel Prices and Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Palermo €5.64Meknes €1.38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Palermo
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Palermo:
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Bus to Monreale€3.00
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Bus From Airport€6.00
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90 Minute Bus Pass€1.30
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Short Taxi Ride€4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palermo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Palermo:
- Private transfer from Palermo Airport to Capo d'Orlando or vice versa: $299
- Private Transfer Catania Airport ⇄ Palermo Centre (Airport): $279
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Santa Flavia: $201
- Palermo Airport (PMO) to Palermo Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $184
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Adler SPA Resort Siculiana: $175
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Verdura Golf Resort Sciacca: $148
- Private transfer from Palermo airport to Cefalù or vice versa: $132
- Transfer from Palermo Airport to Cefalu: $127
- Private Transfer from Palermo to the Airport: $126
- Private transfer from Palermo airport to Marsala port or vice versa: $120
- Private transfer from Palermo Airport to San Vito Lo Capo or vice versa: $120
- Mangias Pollina Resort private transfer to Palermo airport: $120
Is it cheaper to fly into Palermo or Meknes?
Prices for flights to both Meknes and Palermo 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 dayPalermo €51Meknes €23
Typical Food Prices in Palermo
Some typical examples of dining costs in Palermo are as follows:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€32
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Fast Food Lunch€5.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palermo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Palermo.
- Palermo's Delight: Unleash the Secrets of Pizza and Gelato Making: $65
- Taste the Tradition on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $70
- Palermo Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better: $78
- Night Street Food Tour of Palermo with a Local -For real foodies!: $83
- Wanna be Sicilian: Palermo Cooking Class and Market Tour: $88
- Cooking class in Palermo city center: $114
- Sicilian Cooking Class: $117
- Cooking Class in Palermo - fresh pasta and tiramisù: $118
- Sicilian Dinner & Tarot – A Magical Night of Wine & Laughs: $118
- Palermo Sicilian Cooking Class with a Well-known Italian Chef: $118
- Sicilian Cooking Class : Homemade Pasta: $123
- Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view: $138
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn€0.19
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Spices€2.36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Palermo €17Meknes €3.35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Palermo
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Palermo are as follows:
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Capuchin Catacombs (for 2)€6.00
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Castello della Zisa Entrance (for Two)€12
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Theater Tickets (for Two)€49
Tours and Activities in Palermo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Palermo are as follows:
- Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo: $146
- Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Tour – Small Group or Private: $44
- Cesarine: Market Tour & Dining at a Local's Home in Palermo: $166
- Discover the Charm of A 3-Hour UNESCO Sites Walking Tour: $36
- ERICE and SEGESTA Private Exclusive Tour starts from Palermo with Guide Driver: $299
- Exclusive Boat Tour Along the Palermo Coast Baia Mondello: $168
- From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch: $166
- From the Vineyards to the Chalice: A Unique Tasting Experience: $251
- Full Day City Tour in Palermo , Monreale and Mondello, from Palermo: $299
- Guided tour of the historic center Palermo: $42
- Half day Monreale and Catacombs tour: $108
- Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo: $42
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPalermo €11Meknes €2.48
Typical Alcohol Prices in Palermo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Palermo:
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Beer€2.56
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Bottle of Quality Wine€11
Sample the Local Flavors in Palermo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Palermo:
- Wine Tasting Experience for Small Groups from Palermo: $269
- Private Tour to Segesta, Erice and Wine Tasting in Marsala: $275
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€4.33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Palermo and Meknes, we can see that Palermo is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Palermo is in Europe and Meknes 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 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 Palermo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palermo 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 Palermo Expensive? and Is Meknes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Palermo or Meknes?
Palermo has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Meknes. When comparing the sizes of Palermo and Meknes, 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.
When is the best time to visit Palermo or Meknes?
Palermo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Palermo or Meknes in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Palermo as well as Meknes. The summer months attract visitors to Palermo because of the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
Palermo is around the same temperature as Meknes in the summer. The daily temperature in Palermo averages around 25°C (76°F) in July, and Meknes fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Palermo this time of the year. In the summer, Palermo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Meknes. Palermo gets 347 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 330 hours of full sun.
Palermo usually gets more rain in July than Meknes. Palermo gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPalermo 25°C (76°F)Meknes 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Meknes in the Autumn?
Both Meknes and Palermo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Palermo this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Palermo is around the same temperature as Meknes. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Palermo in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Meknes averages at about 19°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Meknes. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Palermo. Palermo usually receives less sunshine than Meknes during autumn. Palermo gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 227 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Palermo usually receives more rain than Meknes. Palermo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPalermo 20°C (67°F)Meknes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Meknes in the Winter?
Both Meknes and Palermo during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Palermo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
In January, Palermo is generally around the same temperature as Meknes. Daily temperatures in Palermo average around 12°C (53°F), and Meknes fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the winter, Palermo often gets less sunshine than Meknes. Palermo gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 165 hours of full sun.
Palermo usually gets less rain in January than Meknes. Palermo gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPalermo 12°C (53°F)Meknes 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Palermo or Meknes in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Palermo and Meknes. Many visitors come to Palermo in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Palermo is around the same temperature as Meknes in the spring. The daily temperature in Palermo averages around 15°C (58°F) in April, and Meknes fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Meknes this time of the year. In Palermo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Palermo usually receives less sunshine than Meknes during spring. Palermo gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 256 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Palermo usually receives less rain than Meknes. Palermo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPalermo 15°C (58°F)Meknes 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Meknes and Palermo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 42 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (60°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
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