Which place is cheaper, Essaouira or Toledo?
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 Toledo or Essaouira?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Essaouira, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Toledo or Essaouira?
Toledo
Set upon a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain lies the ancient city of Toledo. Its intricate architecture is only enriched by its profound historical background, spurring tourists from all over the world to gaze at and study the story of Toledo. It has been given many names throughout its history, including the "Imperial City" for being the main venue for Charles V, Holy Roman Empire, as well as the "City of the Three Cultures" for its historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims, and Jews. In 1986, UNESCO named Toledo a World Heritage Site due to the plethora of extensive cultural and monumental heritages. You will find that though an old city, it is just buzzing to life with things to do and places to see!
Essaouira
Essaouira is a beautiful beach town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The city has a pleasant medina that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site and is interesting to explore. It's an 18th century fortified town with a lot of character and charm. The city is rich and culture and you'll find a handful of art galleries throughout the town. The city is also a gathering place for artists and musicians, particularly during the Gnaoua Festival of World Music, which takes place the last week of June. This event attracts about 450,000 visitors yearly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToledo €152Essaouira €52
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €152, while the average daily cost in Essaouira is €52. 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 Toledo and Essaouira in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Essaouira €24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Essaouira €48
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Essaouira
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Essaouira? 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: Toledo Hotel Prices and Essaouira Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Essaouira €1.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Toledo to Madrid City Airport: $286
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Essaouira
Also for Essaouira, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfert Marrakech to Essaouira Or Essaouira to Marrakech : $114
- Transfer from Essaouira to your Riad or Hotel in Marrakech: $179
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $127
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $128
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $143
- Transfer Airport Essaouira Mogador : $24
- Private transfer Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira toMarrakech : $114
- Private transfer Essaouira to Marrakech or Marrakech / essaouira : $119
- Private transfer Essaouira Taroudant.: $203
- Private transfer Essaouira Safi.: $112
- Private transfer Essaouira Ouarzazate.: $240
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Essaouira 1 to 4 people: $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Essaouira?
Prices for flights to both Essaouira and Toledo 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 dayToledo €68Essaouira €22
Typical Food Prices in Toledo
For Toledo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch€11
Typical Food Prices in Essaouira
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Essaouira:
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Baklava€1.32
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Breakfast Crepes€0.47
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Fish for Lunch€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Essaouira
For Essaouira, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $39
- Essaouira Moroccan Cooking Class Experience: $42
- Essaouira Sunset Experience, Waterfall Walk & Romantic Dinner: $43
- Al Aaila Farm Moroccan Natural And Healthy Cooking Experience: $54
- l'Atelier - Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira: $72
- Essaouira Food Tour: $88
- Berber Cooking Class at a Farm in the Countryside & shopping at a rural Souk.: $106
- 3 hours Camel Ride in Essaouira with Dinner and Overnight in Berber Camp: $219
- 3 Hours Horse Riding with Dinner and Overnight Berber Camp: $220
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toledo €30Essaouira €11
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Hours Toledo Private Tour: $184
- City Sightseeing Toledo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
- English Tour Toledo Complete with Patio-Palace House ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: $12
- Guided English walking tour to the monuments of Toledo: $12
- Guided Tour of Underground Toledo: $15
- Guided Walking Tour of Toledo Cathedral. VIP EXPERIENCE: $63
- Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez: $14
- Guided tour of the Toledo Cathedral (Input no included): $11
- Highlights of Walking Tour & Cathedral. (Tour in English): $53
- Jewish Toledo Private Walking Tour: $16
- Legends and Mysteries Night Tour with Underground: $11
- Night Tour of Aranjuez Mysteries and Legends: $14
Tours and Activities in Essaouira
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Essaouira.
- Big Cap Sim dunes and forest 3 hours tour.: $76
- 1 Day Horseback Riding Tour with Overnight Stay in Berber Tent: $298
- 1 Hour Quad Bike Adventure in Essaouira Forest Beach: $42
- 1-Day Quad Adventure in Essaouira near Marrakech: $211
- 2 Hour Quad & ATV Experience: $59
- 2 Hours Dromedary Ride Tour in Essaouira Morocco: $54
- 3-Days Desert Tour From Fes to Marrakech : $227
- 3-Hour Quad Biking Adventure in Essaouira: $89
- Authentic Berber Tour near Essaouira – Fishing,Tagine & Waterfall: $72
- Big dunes and atlantic coast tour 2 HOURS: $62
- Day Tour on Dromedary and Overnight Stay Near Essaouira Morocco: $298
- Discovery Tour around Essaouira by Electric Motorcycle: $116
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Essaouira €8.66
Sample the Local Flavors in Toledo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toledo:
- Convent Route with Marzipan and Wine Tasting: $21
- Convent Tour with Marzipan and Wine Tasting in Toledo: $21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toledo and Essaouira, we can see that Toledo is more expensive. And not only is Essaouira much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Toledo is in Europe and Essaouira 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 Essaouira would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Essaouira 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 Toledo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toledo than you might in Essaouira.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toledo Expensive? and Is Essaouira Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Essaouira?
Toledo has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Essaouira. When comparing the sizes of Toledo and Essaouira, 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.