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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Marrakesh-Safi [2025]

Jardin Majorelle
Jardin Majorelle
Jardin Majorelle
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Jardin Majorelle

Jardin Majorelle

4.6
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130 reviews
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Based on 52,175 reviews
16 km from downtown
Phone +212 5242-98686
Address: Rue Yves St Laurent, Marrakech 40090, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
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󰋄Stroll Through the Rare Plant Garden
󰀆Exotic gardens in Marrakech
󱨠Saved by 201 users󱨠33% positive reviews
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The Mallorelle Garden is a rare oasis that nourishes the mind. Walking around this green place, every scene is refreshing. The tranquility and beauty of the place makes me feel the gentle embrace of nature. Whether it is carefully trimmed flower beds or winding paths, it is a place of tranquility in the hustle and bustle of the city, it is definitely worth a visit.
The world of saturation is worth taking photos of. White! White clothes are definitely the most photogenic. When the sun is bright, you must take photos quickly. The unforgettable garden is so beautiful.
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Medina of Marrakech
Medina of Marrakech
Medina of Marrakech
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Medina of Marrakech

Medina of Marrakech

4.6
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76 reviews
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9.1
18.3 km from downtown
Address: Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
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󰋄Storytellers & snake charmers perform
󰋄Red rooftops & Atlas Mountains
󱨠Saved by 142 users󱨠45% positive reviews
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Walking in the old town of Marrakech, although you can feel a certain historical charm, the overall experience feels average. The narrow alleys and ancient buildings do bring a certain cultural atmosphere, but some places appear too shabby and lack effective maintenance. In addition, the commercial atmosphere is also relatively strong, and the quality of some shops is uneven, which affects the overall tour experience. Although you can feel a certain historical atmosphere, the integration with modern life is not very coordinated, making people feel a little out of place. Overall, there is still a lot of room for improvement in the experience.
Djemaa dl Fna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Grand Bazaar of the Old City; the Grand Bazaar of the Old City has thousands of shops selling all kinds of handicrafts, and skilled craftsmen everywhere make fine products. Wood products, leather products, iron products, metal products, as well as ceramics, wool, sheepskin lamps, olives and the most famous Moroccan slippers, etc., are a shopper's paradise; Djema Square is even more lively, and the square is the horse racing The epitome of the people's life in Lakash, there are also various street performances such as acrobatics, belly dancing, fire eaters, snake charmers, monkey dancers, etc.
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Jemaa el-Fnaa
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Jemaa el-Fnaa
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Jemaa el-Fnaa

Jemaa el-Fnaa

4.1
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137 reviews
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8.7
18.2 km from downtown
Phone +212-674-747464
Address: Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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No.1 of Night Attractions in Marrakesh-Safi
Highlights:
󱨜Snake show at night square
󱓊Bustling Moroccan night market
󱨠Saved by 131 users󱨠27% positive reviews
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It's quite lively and worth a visit. You can find the authentic cellar roasted lamb, sit in the highest seat to eat the lamb, enjoy the sunset, and look down at the sleepless square with lights just coming on. It's comfortable!
Dejima Square Jemaa el-Fnaa (ساحة جامع الفناء) Located in the old town of Marrakech, Morocco, it is still the main square in Marrakech for locals and tourists.
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Bahia Palace

Bahia Palace

4.6
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57 reviews
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8.3
Based on 14,236 reviews
19 km from downtown
Phone +212-674-747464
Address: Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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󰀆Explore intricate layout & craftsmanship
󰋄Authentic Moroccan culture & markets
󱨠46% positive reviews
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This has been my favorite tourist destination in Marrakech. More peaceful than the YSL garden and good place to learn about the history and traditional decorating styles of Morocco
We arrived in January, the temperature was comfortable, there were not many tourists in the morning, many people came to visit and take pictures, it felt very comfortable. The exquisite roof and wall mosaic patterns are bright and beautiful. Those who are interested are recommended to visit in the morning when there are fewer tourists.
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Koutoubia
Koutoubia
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Koutoubia

Koutoubia

4.7
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92 reviews
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8.1
18 km from downtown
Phone +212 5244-33407
Address: Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
󰀆77-yard minaret's laser points Mecca
󱓊Marrakech's iconic minaret tower
󱨠27% positive reviews
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Five years ago, when I was on a business trip to Morocco, I had a short time, so I went with my acquaintances for 1 buck and 2 days. The night view is good and the local food is good at a low price at the night market.
Such an amazing mosque, you can feel the real traditions when you get there allowing about half an hour walk straight you find yourself in EL Menara which is another spot worth visiting.
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Badi Palace
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Badi Palace

Badi Palace

4.4
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41 reviews
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7.3
19 km from downtown
Address: Ksibat Nhass, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
󰋄Garden courtyard & artifact exhibits
Panoramic view of Marrakech Medina
󱨠26% positive reviews
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In Marrakech, Morocco, the El Badi Palace is a must-visit. Also known as the Bahia Palace, the El Badi Palace is a complex of buildings with a long history. The palace is magnificent, the gardens are beautiful, and the surrounding old streets are also very prosperous.
It is the only royal palace open to the public in Morocco. It is hidden in a small street in the old city and looks plain. If you want to know what the ancient royal palace of Morocco looks like, you can only go to Marrakech.
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Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Yves Saint Laurent Museum
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Yves Saint Laurent Museum

Yves Saint Laurent Museum

4.5
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17 reviews
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6.4
Based on 2,253 reviews
15.9 km from downtown
Phone +212 5242-98686
Address: Rue Yves St Laurent, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
󱓊Fabric-like terracotta brick design
󰀆Unique scenery surrounds Majorelle Garden
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It was a well-planned exhibition that depicted the inspiration and fashion of this man (Yves Saint Laurent). My teenage sons were all immersed in the exhibits related to him. We sat around the fountain for a long time and hoped we could leave with some debris!
Great museum - learned a lot I didn't know. Funny thing was the influence of Morocco on YSL clothing and design, unlike the YSL I've had in the UK. Bought a combination ticket with Jardin Majorelle. Book in advance to save time in long queues. If you don't have a ticket, you need to queue up in front of Marjorel Gardens. If you want to see the garden, you must come here.
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Menara Gardens
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Menara Gardens

Menara Gardens

4.1
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21 reviews
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5.8
16.9 km from downtown
Phone +212 5244-33407
Address: Les Jardin De La, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
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Spectacular lake & thatched roofs
󱨜Sunset views & artificial lake
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It should be the only free park in Marrakech, of course the small building inside is charged separately. It is packaged with the ancient city and Djemaa El Fna Square to apply for World Heritage status. In fact, it is a large suburban park where locals picnic and relax.
Menara Gardens is a very beautiful garden in Marrakech. It not only has a large green garden but also a very peaceful lake and swimming pool. Flowers bloom here all year round, which is very beautiful. Everything is so harmonious and natural. It is one of the most worthwhile gardens to visit in Marrakech.
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Essaouira Beach
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Essaouira Beach

Essaouira Beach

4.9
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23 reviews
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5.6
Based on 1,970 reviews
Essaouira Coast | >100 km from downtown
Address: Essaouira, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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No.1 of Water Fun Attractions in Marrakesh-Safi
Highlights:
󱨜10-kilometer golden beach for surfing
󰋄Sunset & Esira Island silhouette
󱨠40% positive reviews
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The sea was blue, sunny and windy, not our traditional beach with black rocks. Many seagulls were flying around us, not afraid of people at all. Look carefully, there are two kinds of seagulls. Many people were fishing on the beach.
Essaouira Beach is the largest public beach in Essaouira. There are many seagulls and fishermen on this beach. In addition, there are many graffiti paintings on the stone walls on the roadside of the beach, which are very characteristic of the local area. This is also the favorite place for locals to walk and exercise, and it is worth a walk.
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Medina of Essaouira

Medina of Essaouira

4.6
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22 reviews
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5.3
Old Medina | >100 km from downtown
Address: Essaouira, Morocco
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
󱨜Ancient maze-like street exploration
󰀆Shops open after 11 a.m
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The scenery of the old town of Medina is nice, and the night view is very beautiful. It is beautiful at first glance, with bright lights and distinctive buildings. It gives people a refreshing feeling and is very interesting. You will be intoxicated in the old town at night.
It's not very big, just a main street with some small alleys. The main color is white. There are many goods for sale, and they are also very cheap, such as bread sticks, 1-5dh each, small and large. There are many porcelains, some of which are clearly marked, and I bought some by the way.
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