Marrakech guide
Articles written by people who live here, to help you decide before booking: how many days to allow, which desert to choose, which season to come.
Guide · 6 min readWhat to see in Marrakech on your first visitMarrakech has many sights and you cannot see them all. Here are the places to know on a first trip, in an order that keeps you from burning out.Guide · 5 min readHow to visit the Ouzoud waterfallsAbout 150 km from Marrakech, the Ouzoud waterfalls drop 110 metres in three tiers. It is the longest day trip from the city, and one of the most…Guide · 5 min readHow to visit the Ourika valleyAbout an hour from Marrakech, the Ourika valley follows the river up towards the High Atlas. It is the shortest day trip by road, ideal for a…Guide · 8 min readWhat to do in Marrakech in 3 daysThree days is the most common length of stay in Marrakech — and it is enough, as long as you do not try to do everything. Here is the order that works…Guide · 7 min readAgafay or Merzouga: which desert to chooseThis is the question we are asked most. Short answer: it depends on how many days you have, not on your budget. The long answer comes down to three di…Guide · 6 min readThe best time to visit MarrakechMarrakech works all year round, but not for the same reasons. The only real trap is July and August: the heat changes the experience completely.…Guide · 7 min read2030 World Cup: Marrakech as a host cityMorocco co-hosts the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal, and Marrakech is one of the six Moroccan host cities. Here is what is established so far,…Guide · 7 min readWhere to stay in MarrakechYour choice of area shapes the trip more than your choice of hotel. Here are the two real options, and who each one suits.…Guide · 7 min readMarrakech with kidsMarrakech travels well with children, provided you give up two or three things and pick the right outings. Here is what we see year after year.…Guide · 6 min readHot air ballooning in MarrakechIt is the most requested activity in Marrakech, and the one that raises the most questions. Here is how the morning actually goes, without the brochur…Guide · 7 min readMistakes to avoid in MarrakechMarrakech is not a dangerous city, but it is a city that has lived on tourism for a long time. Understanding a few mechanisms is enough for a relaxed …