Travel guide · Morocco
Marrakech: what to see and when to go
Marrakech is Morocco's Red City: a walled medina of souks, riads and mosques at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Jemaa el-Fnaa square comes alive every evening with food stalls and storytellers, and desert and mountain villages are an easy day trip away.
What to see and do in Marrakech
Jemaa el-Fnaa and the souks
The famous square and the maze of markets for spices, leather and lanterns.
Jardin Majorelle
Cobalt-blue gardens restored by Yves Saint Laurent, next to the museum devoted to him.
Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs
Carved cedar, zellige tilework and royal tombs.
Ben Youssef Madrasa
A 16th-century Koranic school with a stunning carved courtyard.
Atlas Mountains and Agafay
Berber villages in the Ourika valley, or the stony Agafay desert, about an hour away.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Oct – May.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 hr, 30 min | ≈ €210 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr | ≈ €480 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
| Dubai | 8 hr, 30 min | ≈ €490 · See flights |
| Singapore | 16 hr | ≈ €670 · See flights |
| Sydney | 23 hr, 45 min | ≈ €850 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €390 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Morocco
- Currency
- Moroccan Dirham
- Good for
- culture · city · food
- How long to stay
- 3–4 days
- Where to stay
- A riad in the medina for the atmosphere; Gueliz or Hivernage for modern hotels.Find a place to stay in Marrakech
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Marrakech and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Oct – May. Average highs range from 20° in January to 39° in July.
How many days do you need in Marrakech?
3 to 4 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Marrakech cost?
Accommodation runs at around €60 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €390 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 3 hr, 30 min.
Where should you stay in Marrakech?
A riad in the medina for the atmosphere; Gueliz or Hivernage for modern hotels.
