Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region, Morocco

August 20, 2021 Alida England

Discover the best top things to do in Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region, Morocco including Le Savo'art Fer, Centre d'art Le Real Mogador, Medersa Ben Youssef, Medina of Essaouira, Essaouira Ramparts, Essaouira Fishing Port, Rahba Kedima Square, Palacio da Bahia, Marrakech Train Station, Rue Dar el Bacha.
Restaurants in Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region

1. Le Savo'art Fer

KM 43 Asguine Route de l'Ourika, Ourika 40000 Morocco +212 676-561799 [email protected] http://www.abdelhaq-elyoussi.com/
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Le Savo'art Fer

The Art Gallery Of The Artist Abdelhaq Elyoussi, Permanent Exhibition Of His Works And Also The Occasion To See Him Working In His Workshop On Different Sculptures And Paintings.

2. Centre d'art Le Real Mogador

2 Rue Mehdi Ben Toumert, Essaouira 44000 Morocco +212 627-229115 [email protected] http://www.lerealmogador.com
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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Centre d'art Le Real Mogador

Ex-Consulate of Italy, this riad has unique architectural features for the medina of Essaouira. A visit is required! Real Mogador offers exhibitions of both Moroccan and foreign artists. Said Ouarzaz, an artist of recognized talent (twice exhibited in Arab World Institut (Paris), King museum of Antwerp,... until Singapore & China), is there permanently: a retrospective of more than 100 paintings is in progress; this is THE EXHIBITION TO SEE in Essaouira. Regular performances are announced on Facebook (Francois.j.Real). Music is part of concept & place! Others artists (musicians, actors, writers,...) are often invited. Soon it will be possible to drink coffee, tea,... or eat home mad fresh salads, cakes,...

Reviewed By 173JenniferG - Noordwijk, The Netherlands

Le Real Mogador was the highlight of our visit to Essaouira! It is a stunning building with absolutely beautiful artwork. I went back 2 times within my stay. The owner is lovely and very willing to let us view the unique artwork. A very special experience!

3. Medersa Ben Youssef

Ben Youssef Square, Marrakech 40000 Morocco +212 644-727244 http://www.medersa-ben-youssef.com/
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4.5 based on 9,198 reviews

Medersa Ben Youssef

Reviewed By 194fs - London, United Kingdom

Recommend a visit to this very beautiful building - the tiles and architecture are fantastic and worth a visit!

4. Medina of Essaouira

Beach Essaouira Beach, Essaouira 44000 Morocco
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4.5 based on 4,484 reviews

Medina of Essaouira

Dar Zahira is a beautifully restored and charming riad for up to 6 persons. You'll get a private & cosy place for you and your travel companions.

Reviewed By Robinsons33 - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Always enjoyable to visit the medina Less hassle than in Marrakesh Corona has hit the medina and significant places have ceased trading or closed for reductions of the transmission. Which in turn has increased the poverty a bit but not threatening just quite sad to have been before the pandemic and thoroughly enjoyed every area. There is hope in the town and it’s a beautiful place with friendly people Always happy to return

5. Essaouira Ramparts

Rue Skala, Essaouira Morocco
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4.5 based on 2,401 reviews

Essaouira Ramparts

These ramparts provide a glimpse into how this old seaport village was fortified against invasion.

Reviewed By yiannava - Nicosia, Cyprus

A lovely walk along the alleys lead you to the top of the wall to the ramparts , where the original cannons are still to be found there.

6. Essaouira Fishing Port

Essaouira 44000 Morocco
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4.5 based on 2,139 reviews

Essaouira Fishing Port

As one of Morocco’s main fishing centers, Essaouira’s port is a major attraction.

Reviewed By Wrappo - Worthing, United Kingdom

This is one place you need to visit as all the elements of Essaouira come together with fish the restaurants and people come together The catch of the day is sold and the people come here to buy and socialise. the effect is magical althoug be careful of the ever present gulls.Bream shark prawns lobster langostines plus many other species I could not identify.

7. Rahba Kedima Square

Marrakech 40000 Morocco
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4.5 based on 519 reviews

Rahba Kedima Square

This is a bazaar which mostly offers spices and other specialty goods.

Reviewed By HINAWASEEM - Islamabad, Pakistan

This was one of the most interesting squares of Marrakech Medina. It’s French name is Place des Épices because it has many apothecaries in it. It used to be a grain market in it’s heydays. Besides cosmetics, oils and spices you can find weird stuff like dried leeches and scorpions, zebra skins, live chameleons and turtles, tusks and strange twigs. Most of these are used sihacen, or black magic. You can find shop’s selling local Viagra, bizarre potions, and age old herbal remedies. There are basket stalls and Amazigh hat shops located here too.

8. Palacio da Bahia

5 Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid, Marrakech 40000 Morocco
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4.5 based on 13,185 reviews

Palacio da Bahia

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

9. Marrakech Train Station

Hasan II Avenue, Marrakech 40050 Morocco
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4.5 based on 1,475 reviews

Marrakech Train Station

Reviewed By Sydneyjaq - Sydney, Australia

A very efficient and clean station with helpful staff, signage in English and Arabic, good public toilets and a coffee shop if you have to wait a while. Make sure you buy your tickets a day or two before you travel so you secure a seat, otherwise you might miss out as the trains get very full.

10. Rue Dar el Bacha

Marrakech Morocco
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Rue Dar el Bacha

Reviewed By iansX8194HP - Ashford, United Kingdom

This is one of the streets leading into the Medina, off Rue dar el Glaoui by the guest Palace. We have seen the King's camels hobbled there once; these are magnificent animals, quite different from the ones you see and can ride on the fringes of the city. Do not try to take photos of the Palace guards, the Brigade they are not, as you will very quickly fall foul of the Palace police. The street has everything along it, museum, wonderful restaurants and hotels, most of the larger ones serve alcohol, street cafés, stalls and a range of shops selling everything you can think of, some the usual Medina wares, some are very upmarket boutiques including chic Moroccan clothing, antiques and jewellery, and our favourite carpet emporium is down towards the start of the Medina proper. We don't seem to get as much pressure to buy as you do once you dive into the main part of the Medina, and this is a gentle introduction to Souk shopping. The street is beginning to be developed with new rendering, more uniform shop fronts and the upmarket boutiques, although there have always been some along here, but you still have the crazy scooter riders, donkeys, locals working and cats sprawled around the parked scooters and they even have shelters and food and water by the Palace.

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