What are the top things to do Marrakech in Morocco?
Find you in this article what are the attraction in Morocco. Marrakech holds rich heritage and cultural. It is forth largest city marrakech in Morocco.
Though there is no shortage of airports in Morocco. So you can start from anywhere you want. However, we suggest you start from Marrakech, explore it first, and then move out to the other places. One of the reasons being, this is one of the cheapest airports to fly into.
And as it is one of the most if not the most visited places in Morocco, you can enjoy exploring a lot of the beautiful places here.
Where to visit in Marrakech?
Majorelle Garden
Majorelle is a short but very beautiful place to visit. Why is that? Well, it is a two and a half-acre long garden. But the decoration and the use of the colors make it exceptionally beautiful and almost a surreal vibe.
Sahara Desert
We don’t need to introduce the Sahara Desert to you, right? And if you want to visit the Sahara Desert, Morocco is the best viable option for you. Egypt might be another option there, but since we are talking about a Morocco tour here, let’s just focus on that.
The gateway town of Moroccan Sahara is quite far from Marrakech. It is about 223 miles to get to Zagora, which will take around 7 hours.
So plan for at least 2 days to stay there. Since it is that far from there make the most out of it.
Glamping hub
If you want a luxurious experience in Sahara, this might be the thing for you. Glamping hub will give you that opportunity with a luxurious tent with lots of facilities in that.
Cost: 283$ per night
Space: 2 people in a tent.
What you will get in that?
Here is the list of all the facilities out there.
- Private Lounge/Livingroom
- Linens and pillows
- Breakfast
- Private Toilet
- Private Shower
- Restaurant
- Bar/Pub
Not everyone is after a luxurious experience, I understand that. So, if you aren’t after that, ignore this facility.
Here are some other places that you should visit in Marrakech:
- Jemma el-Fnaa: The cultual spaces in Marrakesh is the Jemaa el-Fna Square. It is foundation in the eleventh century has become of the symbols of the city. Represents a unique of popular Moroccan cultural performed through musical, religious and artistic expressions.
- Koutoubia Mosque: The largest mosque Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakesh, at Morocco. It is magnificent minaret 70m tall over the city. The highest building in Marrakech. the temple is 60m (197ft) wide and 90m (295ft) long. Non-Muslims can not enter the Koutoubia Mosque.
- Bahia Palace
- Saadian Tombs
- El Badi Palace
- Ben Youssef Madrasa
- Dar Si Said Museum of Weaving and Carpets
- Tanneries of Marrakech
- Yves Saint-Laurent Museum
- Marrakech Museum
- Day trip to I mlil / High Atlas Mountains
- The Mellah
- Menara gardens
- Royal Palace
- House of Photography in Marrakech
- Palmeraie
- Le Jardin Secret
Where to stay in Marrakech?
There are mainly 3 viable options for accommodation Marrakech in Morocco. You can choose from them depending on your budget.
If you have the budget and are willing to spend Marrakech in Morocco that on accommodation, you can stay in the luxurious hotels or resorts in Marrakech. But for most people, we suggest economic or mid-budget hotels.
Luxury Hotels | Mid Budget Hotels | Economic Accommodations |
Royal Mansour Marrakech | Le Meridien N'fis Hotel | Riad Nasreen |
Mandarin Oriental Marrakech | Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial | Riad Noos Noos |
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech | Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech | Riad Samsli |
Palais Namaskar | Savoy Le Grand Hotel Marrakech | Riad Azahar |
Where to eat in Marrakech?
Marrakech is a huge city to roam around. So, here are some recommended restaurants that will come helpful when you are in Marrakech.
Breakfast | Brunch | Lunch | Dinner | |
Cheap Eats | Cafe-Restaurant Bab Ftouh Reservations,Outdoor Seating, Free WiFi, Table Service | Cuisine De Terroir Delivery, Highchairs Avaiable, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free WiFi, Table Service | Amal Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free WiFi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Wheel Chair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service | La Cantine Des Gazelles Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Free WiFi, Table Service |
Mid-range | Zeitoun Gueliz Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Full Bar | Zeitoun Cafe Kasbah Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Free WiFi, Table Service | Naranj Takeout Outdoor Sitting, Highchairs Avaiable Reservations, Seating Free WiFi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking family Style | Barometre Marrakach Reservations, Seating services Alchohol, Full Bar, Accept American Express, Accept Mastercard, Accept Visa, Cash only, Free WiFi, Accept Credit Cards, Table service, Wine and Beer |
Fine Dining | Les Jardins de la Medina Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves, Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Live Music | La Table de La Sultana Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Reservations, Live Music | Restaurant Riad Monceau Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine, and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Private Dining, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service | Casa Lalla Restaurant Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Full Bar, Free Wifi |
Caution while visiting Marrakech
One thing you need to be careful about while you are traveling. And that is the goods that they offer in the markets. If you like something, be very careful before buying that. Because most of the things are let’s just say is not of great quality.
