Top 10 Must-Visit Places in Morocco
Morocco’s Unmissable Destinations
Morocco offers incredible diversity – from bustling medinas to silent deserts, from snow-capped mountains to Atlantic beaches. Here are the top 10 places you absolutely must visit.
1. Marrakech – The Red City
Morocco’s most famous destination lives up to its reputation. The UNESCO-listed medina, stunning Bahia Palace, tranquil Majorelle Garden, and the legendary Jemaa el-Fnaa square make Marrakech essential. Give it at least 2-3 days.
2. Sahara Desert (Erg Chebbi)
The golden dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga are the Morocco everyone dreams of. Camel treks at sunset, sleeping under the stars in a Berber camp, and watching the sunrise over endless dunes – it’s absolutely magical.
3. Fes – The Cultural Capital
Fes el-Bali is the world’s largest car-free urban area and a living medieval city. Get lost in the labyrinthine medina, watch tanners at work in the famous leather tanneries, and experience Morocco’s spiritual heart.
4. Chefchaouen – The Blue Pearl
This photogenic mountain town with its blue-washed buildings is unlike anywhere else in Morocco. Nestled in the Rif Mountains, it offers a relaxed pace, stunning photography, and unique local crafts.
5. Essaouira – The Coastal Charm
A refreshing contrast to hectic Marrakech, Essaouira offers Portuguese ramparts, artistic vibes, excellent seafood, and beautiful beaches. The constant Atlantic breeze makes it perfect year-round.
6. Atlas Mountains
From easy day trips to challenging treks, the High Atlas offers stunning scenery, traditional Berber villages, and North Africa’s highest peak (Toubkal). A world apart from the bustling cities below.
7. Ait Benhaddou
This UNESCO World Heritage kasbah is a photographer’s dream and a movie star – featured in Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and many more. The mud-brick fortress against the mountain backdrop is unforgettable.
8. Casablanca
Morocco’s largest city might not be the most charming, but the Hassan II Mosque is absolutely stunning – one of the world’s largest mosques and open to non-Muslims for tours.
9. Rabat
The often-overlooked capital offers the beautiful Kasbah of the Udayas, the historic Hassan Tower, and a more relaxed atmosphere than other Moroccan cities.
10. Draa Valley
This stunning palm-lined valley stretching from Ouarzazate to Zagora offers some of Morocco’s most beautiful scenery – endless date palms, traditional kasbahs, and authentic Berber villages.
Plan Your Morocco Journey
Want to see all these incredible places? Browse our tours that cover these destinations and more, or contact us for a custom itinerary.
