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Top Marrakech Experiences
- Absorbing the wild energy of Marrakech’s main souks (outdoor markets) and shopping for souvenirs.
- Admiring the gorgeous tilework of the Koutoubia Mosque.
- Having a cup of Moroccan mint tea at a local café in the afternoon as you watch rickshaws, donkey carts, and the locals go about their day.
- Staying in a beautiful and peaceful riad.
- Haggling for a pair of leather sandals.
- Going on a tour of a tannery and learning about the ancient process of leather creation.
- Camping out under the desert night sky at the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.
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Marrakech Attractions & Landmarks Guide
The word “fabled” often pops up when describing Marrakech, and this Moroccan desert oasis city certainly is that. Its most fabled attraction is the Djemaa el-Fna, a square in the middle of the medina where snake charmers, acrobats, and other colorful performers entertain nightly. The medina also has crowded souks and maze-like alleyways that lead to secluded palaces and mosques. Most Morocco tours feature a visit to this fantastic destination.
What to Do in Marrakech?
1. Shop the Souks - A “souk” is a market, and just one of the things is Marrakech is incredibly famous for. These markets sell everything you can imagine -- pottery, carpets, spices, meat, produce, jewelry -- and all at a relatively low price, if you know how to bargain for it.
Going on a guided tour is critical for visiting Marrakech’s many souks, unless you really know the area. It can be easy to get lost in the endless side streets, each with stands selling much of the same product.
2. Visit a Tannery - Marrakech is well known for its leather goods, and you will see brightly dyed pelts throughout the city. Tanneries will smell badly, and for this reason you can expect to be given a mint at the doorway, in case the scent becomes overpowering.
The tanning process can be a little gross - these are animal parts, and they do soak in bird excrement - but still a must do activity that sheds light on how traditional Moroccan life is still lived.
3. Take in the Architecture - Some of the best examples of Islamic architecture in the world are in Marrakech, and if you have never been in a Muslim country before, you are sure to be blown away. Islamic art and architecture doesn’t include any human figures, and tends to be known for bright colors, impressive symmetry, and dazzling geometric designs.
On buildings, Muslim architects are known for their domes and minarets, the Koutobia minaret being one of the most famous examples of this in Marrakech. Some of the other impressive buildings in Marrakech include the Bahia Palace, Dar Si Said, the Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh Museum, and Ali Ben Yousef Medersa, to name just a few!
Sahara Desert Tours from Marrakech
Marrakech is a only a short trip from the Sahara Desert, the largest desert in the world, so any trip to the city provides an incredible opportunity to see this natural wonder.
Driving to the sand dunes in Erg Chebbi from Marrakech is a full day of driving, so we recommend you spend at least two days in the Sahara. This way, you aren’t rushing through your bucket list items, and you have the chance to absorb all the aspects of desert life. Spending more than a day in the desert also means you’ll have a chance to spend a night sleeping under the clearest starry skies you have ever seen.
Is there a best time of year to visit the Sahara? While you definitely do not have to worry about any kind of rainy or monsoon season, there are times of year when the temperature is more mild, specifically during the traditional spring (May) and autumn (October).
In the winter (especially December through January) nighttime temperatures can drop below freezing, which is not ideal for camping. The summer months can have scorching day time temperatures and so far that reason are also not ideal.
Now that you’ve committed to visiting the Sahara, you may be wondering what to bring. If you’ve never spent the night in a desert before, you may be surprised by how greatly the temperature can change.
Although the day may be incredibly hot, nights can be chilly, so it’s important to bring a fleece or a light jacket to keep you warm. For the day, remember to bring adequate sun protection in the form of some kind of hat and sunscreen,
If you plan to go camel riding, full length pants and close toed shoes are going to keep you comfortable. Some also recommend you bring a lightweight scarf, in case there are any flies.
Marrakech Photography Tips
Marrakech is one of the most photographic destinations in the world.
To make sure that you don’t miss any photograph spots, consider taking a photography tour of Marrakech. Here are some general photography tips for visiting the area though:
- Be aware that if you photograph some of street acts in Marrakech’s medina squares, you may be heckled and asked to pay money. It is polite, in general, to give the performer -- whether they be an acrobat or a snake charmer -- a tip if you photograph them. The more aggressive acts might ask if you’re just looking!
- Taking portraits of the locals is tricky in any circumstance, and Marrakech is no exception. Marrakech natives are not usually offended by being in photos, though giving them a tip of about ~10 dirham has become a common way to give thanks (some will deny any tip, though).
- Marrakech is known for its winding and beautiful alleyways. One good tip is to never photograph these head on, or with your subject in the center. This eliminates depth and obscures some length of the passage.
You can also take a photography tour to get insider tips from professionals!
Marrakech Travel Tips You Need to Know
- Marrakech is a major city where your hotel and many restaurants are sure to take credit cards. However, a lot of other things are cash only, so be sure to always have some dirham on hand. With that being said, also be sure to spend all of your dirham, it is illegal to take it out of the country.
- The exchange rate of Dirham to USD is 9 to 1.
- Dress conservatively, even if you are a man. This means covering your shoulders and at least to your knees, although trousers or long skirts are always better. Carrying a small scarf is also a good way to keep direct sunlight off of your head, and easy to put on if it is required to enter a mosque.
- Marrakech is known for its tanneries and leather, which make a great practical gift and souvenir. You can find high quality and handcrafted leather goods at great prices in Marrakech’s souks.
- The three main languages in Marrakech are Arabic, Amazigh (Berber), and French.
- Marrakech is a Muslim city, and as many devout Muslims do not drink, it may be harder to find beer and wine in Marrakech. Liquor will be even harder to come by, though your hotel may stock some.
- Friday is the Muslim day of prayer, so you may notice that some restaurants and businesses close down on this day. Do your grocery shopping ahead of time!
- Always drink bottled (or filtered) water, tap water is not potable in Marrakech.
- One of the best ways to unwind in Marrakech before your upcoming flight is to take a trip to a Hammam. This a Moroccan community bathhouse, where you will get an exfoliating scrub, steam, and several different rinses.
What is a riad?
Most luxury and premium tours of Marrakech include a stay in a riad. A riad is a uniquely Moroccan home that has an interior courtyard, traditionally with a small fountain in the center.
Riad are generally some of the most beautiful housing you could hope to have, and usually even have rooftop terraces. They are also a great way to stay close to the heart of the city -- riads in Marrakech are located in medina, or the city’s old town.
Marrakech Reviews & Ratings
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Enlightening Tour of Morocco!
Thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the trip. Thought it was well organised. Riding through the dunes on a camel! Staying in Kasbah Oliver and exploring the village a...
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Camels in a sandstorm
A relaxing and very enjoyable adventure. First day of camel trecking was enhanced by a terrific sandstorm, followed by torrential rain that fell whilst we were sle...
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Magnificent Morocco
What an exciting adventure my trip to Morocco was with nearly everyday a new city/town to visit in just over two week period. I thoroughly enjoyed the culture past...
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Fantastic trip through incredibly varied parts of Morocco
This really is an incredible trip across Morocco. We got to see not just the cities, the history and the landscapes but a huge slice of Moroccan life as well. We...
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Great trip but some journeys too long
A good trip covering a vast area gave us a good experience of the country. Each area had something different, ,enjoyed the desert . also the Atlas Mountains, only p...
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