day trips from Marrakech
Explore Marrakech and Cities Nearby
Hello to the Red City.
Between tradition and modernity, Marrakech is the promise of unequalled sensations. Strolling the Jemaa El-Fna square and the souks with their shimmering colours and oriental smells, the red city offers you a complete change of scenery. Horse-drawn carriage rides, sunny terraces, travelling artists and other day and night activities will give a tates of wishful comeback.
Most Popular in Marrakech:
1- Jamâa El-Fna Square.
2- Majorelle Garden.
3- El Badi Palace.
4- El Koutoubia Mosque.
5- The Menara Gardens.
6- Bahia Palace,….
City Tour in Marrakech.
In the morning we will pick you up from your accommodation at the appointed time to explore Marrakech – “the red city of Morocco”. You will visit the most important historical and cultural sites, including the Majorelle Garden, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, and the Bahia Palace. After lunch at a restaurant near the Square, we’ll take a walk through the souks.
Day Trip To Ourika Valley.
Just 1.5 hours from Marrakech, this pleasant journey into the High Atlas mountains takes you through winding Ourika Valley roads ending at the village of Setti Fatma. Climb the waterfalls, enjoy the breathtaking vistas, running streams, and afterward, enjoy the locally made tagines or try a Berber omelette. An unspoiled hike above Setti Fatma, explore remote villages on pretty mountain trails used by Berbers going to and from the market with their donkeys. On every Monday, you can visit the market in Ourika, where artisan manufacture handicrafts found in Marrakech souks, such as colored glass, metal tin lanterns, hand painted and carved furniture, wicker terrace furnishings and High Atlas village style carpets. Recommended year around, especially in summer when it makes a nice relief from the heat and dust of Marrakech. There is possibility of snow and cold conditions from December to February.
Day Trip To Essaouira.
Escape busy Marrakech with a day tour to the coastal city “Essaouira”, three-hour drive from Marrakech. Situated on the Atlantic coast, Essaouira has a steady year round temperature at the 20°C . The expansive golden beach is popular with windsurfers. You may opt to enjoy famous fresh grilled seafood served by the seaside. You may also walk around the medina to discover the local market. Recommended year round, especially in summer when it makes a nice relief from Marrakech heat.
Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls.
This beautiful green lush location with its majestic waterfalls, is situated in the front ranges of the High Atlas. A day in nature is only 3 hours away and a welcome relief from the heat, and busy city of Marrakech. And if the weather is cool and rainy, even better! The falls swells with runoff and can be spectacular in the rain. The gorge below the fall is en endless series of the pools that offer some fine day hiking with varying views up and down the valley. This future Bio Reserve is home to wild Barbary Apes and makes for some interesting bird watching. Nearby the Berber villages in the surrounding hills are perfect for walks any time of year, and in any kind of weather. Have lunch in one of many simple terraced restaurants or chill out with a glass of wine on a riad terrace overlooking the falls. This day involves walking on cliff side trails and stair climbs. In July and August, the falls are popular with Moroccan on holidays.