Morocco Travel Guide: Cities, Culture, Food and Trip Planning
The Magic Morocco is an independent guide to the Kingdom of Morocco. Whether you are choosing between Marrakech and Fes, wondering when to visit, or looking for a first-time itinerary, our guides explain what each place is really like, how to reach it and what to do once you arrive.
Start with our best time to visit Morocco guide, follow the 7-day itinerary, or browse the cities that travellers love most: Chefchaouen, Essaouira, Casablanca, Rabat and the desert gateways of Zagora and Ouarzazate. New to the country? Read about Moroccan history, culture and food first.
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Popular destinationsView all ›
Marrakech
the Red City: souks, palaces and Jemaa el-Fna
Fes
Morocco's oldest imperial city and spiritual capital
Casablanca
Morocco's modern business capital and the Hassan II Mosque
Rabat
the calm capital with a UNESCO-listed old town
Tangier
Morocco's gateway to Europe and the Strait of Gibraltar
Chefchaouen
the blue-washed mountain town of the Rif
Essaouira
windswept Atlantic port with ramparts, Gnawa music and seafood
Agadir
Morocco's sunny beach resort on the Atlantic
Meknes
Moulay Ismail's imperial city and gateway to Volubilis
Top landmarksView all ›
Jemaa el-Fna
Marrakech's open-air theatre and night market
Bahia Palace
19th-century palace of painted ceilings and courtyards
Jardin Majorelle
the cobalt-blue garden and YSL Museum
Ben Youssef Madrasa
Marrakech's finest Islamic college
Hassan II Mosque
the Atlantic landmark of Casablanca
Ait Benhaddou
the classic kasbah of the south, and where to see it best
Latest guidesView all ›
Things to do in Marrakech
what is worth your time, and what isn't
Marrakech vs Fes
which imperial city suits you better
10-day Morocco itinerary
a relaxed loop through cities, desert and mountains
Morocco with kids
what works with children, and what doesn't
Solo female travel
honest advice for women travelling alone
Money in Morocco
dirhams, ATMs, cards, tipping and bargaining