Top Things to do in Marrakech
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The 10 Best Things to do in Marrakech, Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region
The “Red City” of Marrakesh is a magical place, brimming with markets, gardens, palaces, and mosques. Exploring the intimate courtyards and snaking alleyways of the historic Medina can easily eat up a day. Find inner peace at the serene Jardin Majorelle or take in the beauty of one of the city’s historic mosques (taking note that, unless you are Muslim, you are not allowed to enter).
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1. Jardin Majorelle
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4.5 based on 49,740 reviews
Nicely designed and maintained gardens, similar to those of Generalife in Granada, Spain. It’s a good place to recoup from the intensity of the market atmosphere.
Reviewed By Xara2013 - Patras, Greece
A beautiful place with plants trees and birds!! an oasis that you must visit and admire the amazing blue of Marrakech.Very clean, with excellent bamboo and cactus.
2. Palacio da Bahia
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4.5 based on 13,185 reviews
After your hammam at Mythic Oriental, come for a stroll in this extravagant 19th century palace. You’ll be able to prolong your relaxation with the beauty and quiet offered here.
Reviewed By awais1989 - London, United Kingdom
Very beautiful palace, definitely worth visiting, the unique North African artistry and intricate designs are all over the palace
3. Maison de la Photographie
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4.5 based on 5,184 reviews
The Photography Museum has opened its doors in the heart of Marrakesh since May 2009.A private collection of 8000 photographs was gathered, this collection is only about Morocco and covers the period 1870 to 1950.The exposition contains hundreds of old photographs and shows the first film recorded in the High-Atlas in color, in 1957 by Daniel Chicault « Landscapes and Faces of the High-Atlas ».
Reviewed By LloydGC - Brooklyn, United States
My wife and I visited this museum when we were in Marrakech earlier this month. It's a small museum that has wonderful photographs, many of which are stunning portraits of Berbers. Highly recommended.
4. Le Jardin Secret
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4.5 based on 2,929 reviews
The riad-museum Le Jardin Secret is one of the largest and most ancient palaces of the medina of Marrakech. It is a place that has kept ancient structures intact that are of an extraordinary cultural value, linked to the art of gardens, architecture and Arab hydraulics. Popularly known as Riad Loukrissi, it has been the sumptuous residence of the Qaid U-Bihi who was the head of the Haha tribe. The riad rises up in the Mouassine quarter (on the main thoroughfare and but a few steps away from the Mouassine fountain and Mouassine Mosque), and comprises two large gardens and one of the highest towers of the medina. The museum provides you with a wealth of historical information about Marrakech's architecture, water, and gardens. You will also find a boutique, a bookshop and two cafes inside Le Jardin Secret. The cafes offer you up fresh, homemade products that you can eat in lush and peaceful settings.
Reviewed By ChrisPatrickA - Limassol City, Cyprus
After hours of walking and bartering your way through the Medina, The Secret Garden is just what you need to reinvigorate yourself before heading back out into the hustle and bustle of one of Morocco's Imperial Cities
5. Anima Andre Heller Garden
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4.5 based on 703 reviews
André Heller's ANIMA is a magical place of surprising beauty that you wouldn't expect in the loud and crowded area of greater Marrakech. It's not only a garden: it's an impressive botanical staging. 250+ types of plants, from bamboo over palms and cacti, interact with pieces of art by Pablo Picasso, Keith Haring, undiscovered local talents and many more. Furthermore, two museum rooms present artists from around the world. Our own Café Paul Bowles offers meals made with spices and ingredients from the garden like saffron, mint, olives, etc. Enjoy fresh organic fruit juice, fine teas and delicious pastries...
Reviewed By Ratdog90
Stunningly beautiful work of art ,beautifulsculptures blend perfectly with beautiful palms ,cactus ,lemon orange trees bamboo etc.. Just magical in a beautiful setting with a backdrop of the atlas mountains and beautiful cafe to indulge some delightful fresh food at a very reasonable price . We as a family spent a truly magical and were mesmerised with admiration at its sheer beauty !!!
6. Musee Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech
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4.5 based on 1,964 reviews
Reviewed By Xara2013 - Patras, Greece
A wonderful place and a beautiful museum dedicated to a legent!!!!!!!!!! It;s worth to visit even you dont have any connection with moda and generally fashion.Don;t miss to visit the gardens of Mayorell
7. Dar El Bacha - Musee des Confluences
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4.5 based on 306 reviews
Reviewed By W5864UQrichardw - Oak Park, United States
The objects displayed in the Palace belonging to the King are of interest but the architecture of the palace and the decoration combined with the garden are the focus of the museum and worth the viewing. Dar El Bacha which has other locations fits in with the global collection of pieces offering coffees from around the world. I enjoyed a Cuban brew. But everything is done with great style. The fruit plate was a sculptured piece de resistance. The pot of coffee makes its contents more delectable. Staff uniforms only add to the ambience.
8. Koutoubia Mosque
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4.0 based on 5,573 reviews
Reviewed By MrJD79
A must see site when visiting Marrakech. The grounds are kind the mosque are beautiful. The inside of the Mosque is equally beautiful with stunning architecture. The mosque is the prominent site in Medina and can be seen from most places. Bring a Muslim, I attended Friday prayers at the mosque and would highly recommend this to any Muslim visitors. Be advised to get there early however, as it does get extremely busy.
9. Jemaa el-Fnaa
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4.0 based on 52,604 reviews
This is the entrance to the outdoor market and food court of the city center.
Reviewed By rosarioh660 - New York City, United States
The Jemaa El Fna square represents the heart of the city of Marrakech, With my friends This is the first trip we togather, we loved the souks, street food restaurants and we eat very well, there are several restaurants! We highly recommend visiting this place!
10. Medina of Marrakesh
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4.0 based on 18,622 reviews
Reviewed By carolinec721 - Philadelphia, United States
The "medina" is used to refer both to the central square, Djemaa el-Fna, and the whole area of shops, restaurants and residences enclosed by the 12th century city walls -- but both are things that you come to Marrakesh to see. Not to see them would be like going to Paris and skipping the Eiffel Tower. The souks of the medina constitute miles and miles of fascinating crowded intersecting lanes or passageways -- sometimes a little dangerous as motorcycles interweave with pedestrians, donkey carts, and hand-drawn carts. The variety of goods on offer in the souks and the cleverness and colorfulness of the displays are worth it even if you aren't an avid shopper. There is not too much harassment --that is, vendors try to get your attention but leave you alone if you indicate you're not interested. We were two women traveling alone, and never felt harassed (as women) or in danger (though everyone warns you to be on the alert for pickpockets).
