Featured place
Bab Mansour Gate
One of Morocco's most impressive monumental gates, free to view.
City price guide
What does a trip to Meknes really cost?
Explore typical Meknes prices for imperial landmarks, Volubilis, transport, food and accommodation in this historic city.
Daily budget
Per personHow much should you budget each day?
A practical estimate for a day in Meknes, excluding flights. Your actual spending will depend on your travel style and choices.
Famous places
What can you see in Meknes?
Some of the places travelers come to see most — including what's free and what you'll need to budget for.
Free
Popular place
Heri es-Souani (Royal Stables)
Vast historic granary and stables built under Moulay Ismail.
Popular place
Volubilis Roman Ruins
Well-preserved Roman ruins a short trip from Meknes.
Popular place
Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
A holy hilltop town known for its whitewashed streets, dramatic views and historic mausoleum.
Popular place
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
Royal mausoleum open to visitors, free entry with donations welcome.
Popular place
Dar Jamai Museum
Museum of Moroccan art and crafts housed in a 19th-century palace.
Things to do
Activities worth budgeting for
A few experiences that can shape your trip — with a practical idea of what they usually cost.
Meknes City Tour
Half day
Guided tour of Bab Mansour, the medina and royal sites.
150–350 MAD
Volubilis Day Trip
Half day
Guided day trip to the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
250–600 MAD
Medina Walking Tour
2–3 hours
Guided walk through the Meknes medina and souks.
100–250 MAD
Moulay Idriss Zerhoun Visit
Half day
Guided visit to the nearby sacred hill town.
150–400 MADGetting around
What will transport cost in Meknes?
A quick comparison of the options travelers are most likely to use, from the cheapest way to move around to more convenient choices.
Best for short trips
Small taxi
Short trips within Meknes.
10–30 MADBest for saving money
Grand taxi
Routes to Fes or Volubilis.
20–100 MADBest for airport travel
Train ticket
ONCF train connection to Fes or Rabat.
20–120 MADBest for longer journeys
Local bus
Public transport around the city.
4–8 MAD
Food & drinks
What does eating cost?
Typical prices for the everyday food and drinks travelers are most likely to buy in Meknes.
Local breakfast20–40 MAD
Casual local meal30–70 MAD
Mid-range restaurant90–200 MAD
Coffee10–25 MAD
Mint tea8–15 MAD
Prices can be higher around major tourist areas and popular restaurants.
Accommodation
What does a night cost?
Typical nightly prices across different accommodation levels in Meknes.
Hostel bed
Budget hotel
Mid-range riad
Luxury riad
Prices can change significantly with season, location and demand.
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