Marrakesh

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View of Koutoubia Mosque and gardem in Marrakesh, Morocco

View of Koutoubia Mosque and gardem in Marrakesh, Morocco

Overview

Once an important trading center for caravans crossing the Sahara with gold, salt and enslaved people, Marrakesh has been welcoming visitors for centuries. Founded in 1062, the "Red City" is a tantalizing tangle of narrow streets with scintillating souqs full of treasures and truly impressive historical monuments with breathtaking plaster arabesques, intricate mosaics and magnificently carved cedarwood. Try world-renowned Moroccan cuisine, explore the buzzing Djemaa El Fna, stroll the streets of Ville Nouvelle to find heady sights and sounds that dazzle, frazzle and enchant, as they have done for almost a millennium. Not sure where to start? Plan your Marrakesh adventure with our travel inspiration and tips covering top attractions, when to visit and expert advice.

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Meet Morocco: 10 Days in Marrakesh, Essaouira, the Atlas Mountains, and the Agafay Desert

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  1. 1Riding a camel through the Agafay Desert dunes at sunset
  2. 2Getting lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Old Medina during a guided Marrakesh walking tour
  3. 3Cooking traditional cuisine in a Berber village with a local resident
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Best Things to Do

Get to the heart of Marrakesh with this guide to the city's top experiences.

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Best Time to Visit

Choose the right time for your visit to Marrakesh, from cool spring and autumn days to lively New Year nights, with tips on crowds, events and weather.

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Things to Know

Whether you're traveling cheaply or want to indulge without breaking the bank, here's how you find good value experiences as you explore Marrakesh.

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Transportation

Marrakesh is a compact city. From the medina to the new town, here are our top transit tips.

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Free Things to Do

Whether you're traveling on a budget or just saving up to buy that authentically made Moroccan souvenir, you can experience the best of Marrakesh for free.

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Best Neighborhoods

Marrakesh is many people's first taste of Morocco and what an introduction it is. Here are the best neighborhoods to explore on your visit to Marrakesh.

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Day Trips

Be inspired to explore beyond Marrakesh with these top day trips into the Atlas Mountains and desert of Agafay.

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Best Road Trips

Be inspired to explore beyond Marrakesh with these top day trips into the Atlas Mountains and desert of Agafay.

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Money and Costs

Shopping in Morocco can be daunting but with this haggling and price guide you'll get a fair deal in no time.

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Traveling with Kids

Marrakesh will wear out even the most enthusiastic explorers, but peace and quiet can be found in garden spaces and parks not far from the hectic medina.

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5 Shops

Shopping in Morocco can be daunting but with this haggling and price guide you'll get a fair deal in no time.

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