MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
City Guide by Journey Morocco
WHY YOU'LL LOVE MARRAKECH
Marrakech's bustling souks, majestic palaces, and vibrant street life will enchant you, immersing you in the sensory delights of Morocco's most iconic city.
BEST FOOD TO TRY IN MARRAKECH
Experience the iconic "Tanjiya," a slow-cooked stew of tender meat, fragrant spices, and preserved lemon, traditionally prepared in a terracotta pot and enjoyed with crusty Moroccan bread.
CAN'T MISS IN MARRAKECH
Don't leave without experiencing the sensory overload of Jemaa el-Fnaa square, where snake charmers, storytellers, and bustling markets create an unforgettable atmosphere.
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ARTISTIC HERITAGE
The Saadian Tombs are embellished by an extravagant bounty of marble, while the Bahia Palace and the Dar Si Said are a riot of tilework and delicate floral painted-wood ceilings.
The Musée de Mouassine and the Musée de Marrakech are showcases of swirling stucco and carved-wood design. You can also sleep among some of this splendor if you decide to spend the night in a riad. The souqs' contemporary artisans and the Ville Nouvelle's contemporary art and design scene keep Marrakesh, a city rich in old creativity, alive and thriving.
THE MEDINA
Have you prepared a map? It's probably not much use to you in this situation. The medina is Marrakesh's most impressive sight, with bustling souqs, sheep carcasses hanging from hooks next to glittering lamps, and winding, ochre-dusted passageways that lead nowhere.
It is encircled by 19 kilometers of powder-pink rammed-earth fortifications. The large square of Djemaa El Fna, where it's carnival night every night, is the major entryway into this confusing maze. Discover the frantic heartbeat of the old city as you go by snail dealers, soothsayers, acrobats and conjurers, musicians, and slapstick acting troupes. The party goes on until the lights are turned off.
CULTURE & FAITH
When you hear the mosques' resounding call to prayer reverberate throughout the neighborhood, you'll realize how much religion infuses the rhythms of daily life.
The Ali Ben Youssef Medersa and the Koutoubia minaret are the two most spectacular pieces of Islamic architecture in Marrakesh, which served as a historic imperial capital.
The city also preserves the history of the various religious groups that once supported its development as a thriving caravan town. Visit the Lazama Synagogue and the Miaara Jewish cemetery in the old Jewish neighborhood of the mellah to learn more about Marrakesh's cosmopolitan past.
SOUQ BAZAAR
SHOPPING
Imagine the souqs of the medina as a mall that is designed like a maze from the medieval times. This magpie's nest of treasures is nectar for shop-til-you-drop devotees, whether you want to buy a carpet to add Moroccan flair to your home or spice up your pantry with North African flavors.
Souq Semmarine and Souq El Kebir are the two primary market streets. If you find anything there that really appeals to you, go for it, but be aware that the cost will be more. The greatest prices are typically found in smaller souqs and souqs devoted to artisan workshops, such Souq Haddadine (Blacksmith's Souq), where you can purchase directly from the producer.
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Reasons to visit Marrakech
MOST POPULAR SIGHTS IN MARRAKECH
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Marrakech Medina
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Jardin Majorelle
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Djemaa El Fna
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Musée Yves Saint Laurent
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Bahia Palace
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Saadian Tombs
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Badia Palace
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Le Jardin Secret
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Musée de Marrakech
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
TOP 20 THINGS TO DO IN MARRAKECH
Attraction | Location | Hours | Price |
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Musée de Mouassine | Mouassine & Central Souqs | 9.30am-7pm | adult/child under 15 yr Dh40/free |
Orientalist Museum | Kâat Ben Nahid & Bab Debbagh | 10am-7pm | adult/child under 12 Dh50/free |
Musée Boucharouite | Kâat Ben Nahid & Bab Debbagh | 9.30am-6pm Mon-Sat, closed Aug | adult/child Dh40/free |
Musée Tiskiwin | Marrakech | 9.30am-12.30pm & 2.30-6pm | adult/child Dh30/10
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MACMA | Gueliz & Ville Nouvelle | 10am-7pm Mon-Sat | adult/child under 12 Dh70/free |
Cactus Thiemann | Marrakech | by appointment only Mon-Sat | Dh150 |
Bab Debbagh Tanneries | Kâat Ben Nahid & Bab Debbagh | Sat-Thu | |
Dar Si Said | Marrakech | 10am-6pm Wed-Mon | adult/child Dh30/15 |
Comptoir des Mines | Gueliz & Ville Nouvelle | 3-7pm Mon, 10am-1pm & 3-7pm Tue-Sat | |
Musée de la Palmeraie | Marrakech | 9am-5.30pm | adult/child Dh40/free |
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