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Overview

A country of dazzling diversity, Morocco has epic mountains, sweeping deserts and ancient cities, and it greets travelers with warm hospitality and the perfect glass of mint tea.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Jardin Majorelle
Gueliz & Ville Nouvelle
French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé bought Jardin Majorelle in 1980 to preserve the vision of its original owner,…
Djemaa El Fna
Marrakesh
Roll up, roll up for the greatest show on earth. Everywhere you look in Djemaa El Fna, Marrakesh’s main square (pronounced "jema" – the "d" is silent),…
Musée Yves Saint Laurent
Gueliz & Ville Nouvelle
This captivating museum, opened in 2017, showcases finely selected collections of haute couture clothing and accessories that span 40 years of creative…
Koutoubia Mosque
Marrakesh
Five times a day, one voice rises above the din of Djemaa El Fna as the muezzin calls the faithful to prayer from the Koutoubia Mosque. The mosque's…
Saadian Tombs
Marrakesh
Saadian Sultan Ahmed Al Mansour Ed Dahbi was just as extravagant in death as he was in life. After the "golden king" built Badia Palace in the 16th…
Bahia Palace
Marrakesh
La Bahia (The Beautiful) is an 8000-sq-metre, floor-to-ceiling extravagance of intricate marquetry, plasterwork and zouak (painted wood), and certainly…
Volubilis
Middle Atlas
Sitting in the middle of a fertile plain, the ruined Roman city of Volubilis is the best-preserved archaeological site in Morocco. Its most amazing…
Badia Palace
Marrakesh
As 16th-century Sultan Ahmed Al Mansour (r 1578-1603) was paving the Badia Palace with gold, turquoise and crystal, his court jester wisecracked, ‘It’ll…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Discover the best things to do in Morocco, from mountain to desert, city to coast.

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Best Places to Visit

Morocco is a country of dazzling diversity with mountains, deserts, beaches and ancient cities. Here are the best places to visit in Morocco.

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Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit Morocco depends on where your interests lie - on top of a mountain, by the sea, in the cities or amid desert dunes.

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Things to Know

Ready to weave your way through the markets and medinas? Here are 18 tips for what you should know before you go to Morocco.

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Transportation

From bustling cities and busy ports to remote mountains and deserts, here's how to get around magnificent Morocco.

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Visa Requirements

Find out the visa requirements for visiting Morocco, including whether you can visit the country visa-free and how long tourists are allowed to stay.

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Money and Costs

Morocco offers excellent value for travelers of all budgets. Here are our top tips to make your money go further.

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Traveling with Kids

From theme parks to safaris, there are plenty of fun things to do in Morocco with kids.

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Best Road Trips

Morocco's undulating roads and breathtaking scenery provide some incredible road trip opportunities. Here are five of our favorites.

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Get Connected

Morocco has it all – a storied history, amazing landscapes, a vibrant cuisine. Here's what you need to know about getting connected while you explore.

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