MARRAKECH, MOROCCO (2023) | 10 BEST Things To Do In & Around Marrakech

Marrakech is located in the center of Morocco. With its vibrant colors, buzzing atmosphere, mix of tradition and modernity, and aromatic smells, it’s a city like no other: Marrakech truly stimulates all your senses at once.

10. Explore the Marrakech medina (free walking tour)
The medina is the heart of the Marrakech, packed with shops, traditional houses called “riads”, restaurants, and many of the historic sites.

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😴 WHERE TO STAY IN THE MEDINA:
- Riad Basma (where we stayed - budget option): https://www.booking.com/hotel/ma/riad-basma.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Palais Dar Donab (more luxurious): https://www.booking.com/hotel/ma/palais-dar-donab.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2

9. Try the traditional local food
Some staples you have to try include couscous, meat brochettes, and the most iconic dish of all: tagine.

8. Visit the Saadian Tombs
The Saadian Tombs are a 16th century burial ground of the Saadian dynasty, which ruled over Marrakech between 1524 and 1668.

7. Find peace at the Majorelle Gardens
Located in Marrakech’s new town, these lush botanical gardens are filled with cacti, palms, and other colorful trees.

6. Stroll around Mellah Jewish Quarter
There are still a number of Jewish places here, including the Lazama Synagogue, the Miara Jewish Cemetery, and the Spice Market.

5. Get lost in the souks
What makes the souks in Marrakech remarkable is the wide variety of exotic items you can buy, such as babouches, lanterns, ceramics, carpets, and leather goods.

☑️ Different souks in Marrakech: https://worldwildhearts.hopp.to/wondrous-paths

4. Check the ruins of El Badi Palace
The Saadian Ruler Al-Mansour who was buried in the Saadian Tombs built this grand palace in the 16th century.

3. See the beautiful Bahia Palace
After El Badi Palace, it might be interesting to see the contrast with the beautiful Bahia Palace, which was built in the late 19th century.

2. Go on a day tour to the Ouzoud Waterfalls
With a height of 110 meters or 360 feet, these are the tallest waterfalls in the country. A day tour from Marrakech includes a hike down to the river, do a short boat ride to get closer to the falls, and hike up again.

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1. Experience the Jemaa el-fna square + Koutoubia
the Jemaa-el-Fna square is the hub of entertainment, with a variety of food and juice stalls, musicians, fortune-tellers, henna tattoo artists, and snake charmers.

OTHER TOURS FROM MARRAKECH:
☑️ Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class & Market: https://www.getyourguide.com/marrakech-l208/marrakech-traditional-moroccan-cooking-class-market-visit-t246357/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&placement=content-middle&cmp=Marrakech_video
☑️ Atlas day hiking trip: https://www.getyourguide.com/marrakech-l208/berber-village-and-atlas-mountains-day-trip-t60281/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&placement=content-middle&cmp=Marrakech_video
☑️ Hot air balloon flight over Marrakech: https://www.getyourguide.com/marrakech-l208/classic-ballooning-flight-over-marrakech-t11596/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&placement=content-middle&cmp=Marrakech_video

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🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:
Shalosh Seudot by Yaacov Alcobi
Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective
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🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:05 Explore The Medina
2:14 Traditional Food
3:09 Saadian Tombs
3:53 Majorelle Gardens
4:45 Mellah Jewish Quarter
5:23 The Marrakech Souks
6:35 El Badi Palace
7:23 Bahia Palace
8:02 Ouzoud Waterfalls
9:08 Jemaa El-Fna Square
10:24 More Marrakech Travel Tips

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