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Things to see in Marrakesh (Morocco): 31 places and when to go
Marrakesh is a city in Morocco with around 872,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (15), History (6), Temples (5). The best known are Kutubiyya Mosque, Majorelle Garden and El Badi Palace. The best time to come is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Morocco · 31.6319, -8.0019
- Population
- About 872,000
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (15) · History (6) · Temples (5) · Nature (4) · With kids (2) · Hot springs (2)
- Best time
- March to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to February, June and September.
- Nearest airport
- RAK Marrakesh, 4.4 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- GITE Tizi-n-Oucheg, at 1,700 m.
What to see in Marrakesh
The places in and around Marrakesh, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Kutubiyya MosqueMosque in Marrakesh, Morocco1.2 km
- Majorelle GardenArt museum garden in Marrakesh, Morocco1.1 km
- El Badi PalaceMoroccan cultural heritage site2.2 km
- Almoravid QubbaOld water fountain in Marrakesh1.4 km
- Marrakech MuseumArt museum in Marrakesh, Morocco1.5 km
- Saadian TombsMoroccan cultural heritage site2.1 km
- Ben Youssef MosqueMosque in Marrakesh, Morocco1.4 km
- Kasbah Mosque, MarrakeshMosque in Marrakesh, Morocco2.0 km
- Slat al-Azama SynagogueSynagogue in Marrakesh, Morocco2.3 km
- Barrima MosqueMosque in Marrakesh, Morocco2.5 km
- Mouassine MuseumMuseum and historic house in Marrakesh, Morocco1.3 km
- Bab KsibaBuilding in Morocco2.5 km
- Dar el BachaHistoric house museum in Marrakech, Morocco907 m
- AnimaArt and nature garden near Marrakech, Morocco31 km
- Aqua MirageWith kids11 km
- Bab AhmerMoroccan cultural heritage site3.1 km
- Bain DorHot spring bath1.5 km
- Berber MuseumMuseum1.1 km
- Dar BellarjMuseum in Marrakech1.5 km
- Dar CherifaGallery1.1 km
- GITE Tizi-n-OuchegMountains · Hiking50 km
- Maison de la PhotographieGallery1.7 km
- Monde des Arts de la Parure (MAP)Museum2.0 km
- Musée Jamaâ el-Fna du patrimoine immatérielMuseum1.4 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Musée Yves Saint Laurent, Museo Dar Si Said, Museum of Perfume, Tiskiwin Museum
- History: Palacio Bahía
- Nature: Rmila reserve
- Hot springs: Tizi nsgdel
When to go to Marrakesh
The best time to visit Marrakesh is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:09
- FebPossible10:53
- MarBest time11:46
- AprBest time12:47
- MayBest time13:37
- JunPossible14:03
- JulBetter not13:52
- AugBetter not13:09
- SepPossible12:11
- OctBest time11:12
- NovBest time10:21
- DecPossible9:57
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57. In April, 31 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to Morocco in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Marrakesh
The nearest main airport is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK, Marrakesh), 4.4 km as the crow flies. How to get around Morocco (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Village D' Arghen13 places55 km
- Casablanca16 places222 km
- Rabat25 places288 km
- Meknes6 places341 km
- Fez, Morocco28 places389 km
- Tangier15 places500 km
And all of Morocco, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Marrakesh?
The best known: Kutubiyya Mosque, Majorelle Garden, El Badi Palace, Almoravid Qubba, Marrakech Museum. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 57.
How do you get to Marrakesh?
The nearest main airport is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), 4.4 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Marrakesh as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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