What to do and see in Morocco, Morocco: The Best Free Things to do

April 26, 2022 Madelene Haan

Coordinates: 32°N 6°W / 32°N 6°W / 32; -6
Restaurants in Morocco

1. Medina of Fez

Fes 30000 Morocco http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/170
Excellent
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4.5 based on 9,433 reviews

Medina of Fez

The city’s ancient quarter is an intricate maze of streets lined with open markets, shops and mosques.

Reviewed By 254peterc254 - Trinidad, United States

Fabulous...! From the world-famous (and moderately odorous) leather tannery to exotic (to us) food stalls to the best mint tea we had - the Fez Medina is truly a remarkable experience. Think in terms of thousands (literally) of small, winding, unnamed, and often vigorous alleyways, walkways and occasional streets, that grew largely organically over hundreds of years. To get the most out of this experience, we would recommend hiring a guide. Our tour included sampling many of the very interesting (and tasty) foods - including preserved beef, some just-cooked wonderful stretchy bread, figs, other sweets, pickles - and a honey tasting of a dozen different honeys. Not far from tannery is a small mint tea shop, which made (without question!) the best and most interesting mint tea we had in Morocco - the shop consists of about 4 stools, a small bench, a wonderful, large copper pot, a small burner - and the fabulous and personable proprietor. Delightful! The tannery is quite a visual (and, um, fragrant) experience. Truly one of the highlights of a Moroccan experience!

2. Medina of Essaouira

Beach Essaouira Beach, Essaouira 44000 Morocco
Excellent
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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

3. Mausoleum of Mohammad V

Boulevard Abi Regreg, Rabat 10030 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,501 reviews

Mausoleum of Mohammad V

Reviewed By ogerkan - New York City, United States

Located on a large hilltop alongside the Hassan Tower complete with ceremonial guards on horseback and foot, the Mausoleum of Mohammad V is an impressive site. Plan on walking the square and observing the exquisite exterior prior to entering to pay your respects.

4. Essaouira Ramparts

Rue Skala, Essaouira Morocco
Excellent
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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.

5. Anti-Atlas Mountains

Morocco
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Anti-Atlas Mountains

Reviewed By edc338 - Arlington, United States

Our tour made a long day's drive from Erfoud to Aït Benhaddou. Having traveled from Ouarzazate to Erfoud via N10 in the valley between the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas mountains, we made the return trip via N12, R108 and N9 through and over the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Being significantly older than the High Atlas, these mountains are lower. However The trip is beautiful and barren. In many areas the scenery can be described as Lunar. N12 runs northeast-southwest through a plateau. At Tazzarine we turned west onto N108 which was a shorter route to N9 which heads northwest over the Tizi-n-Tinififft pass back to Ouarzazate. The trip up the pass was followed several dry, picturesque canyons. The pass itself provided a look along an impressive canyon. It also had a couple of stone huts which were "staffed" by the ever present souvenir hawkers. There are no facilities at the top of this pass.

6. Kasbah des Oudaias

off Rue des Consuls, Rabat 10030 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,206 reviews

Kasbah des Oudaias

Reviewed By AngelIoannou - Sydney, Australia

This area is great for walking. Excellent views over river and Atlantic Ocean Narrow lanes with blue and white lime wall colours Ensure you stop at Cafe Maure for mint tea and delicious selection of Morrocan cakes The Andulasian Gardens are also beautiful

7. Draa Valley

Draa Valley, Zagora 45600 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 382 reviews

Draa Valley

Reviewed By T1695SAjamesh - Helsinki, Finland

It was amazing drive through the Valley with it's palmeries and people still living along the river because most families are firmers. We stoped by some very good photo spots. Local recently used irrigated system.

8. Cascades d'Ouzoud

Ouzoud 23400 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,827 reviews

Cascades d'Ouzoud

Reviewed By W3350MPpauls

Celebrated our wedding anniversary with a day trip from Marrakech to the Ouzoud Falls organised by Tizi Trekking. Had a wonderful time exploring these breathtaking cascades with our knowledgeable and friendly local guide. The scenery is stunning with lots of nature, including the local troop of Barbary Macaques. Had a wonderful lunch of traditional lamb tagine on a terrace overlooking the falls. Unforgettable experience.

9. Oasis Fint

Ouarzazate 30120 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 583 reviews

Oasis Fint

Reviewed By nolskiman - Southampton, United Kingdom

if only more places lived up to their billing, as flint does, spectacular oasis set into rugged stoney landscape, plenty of bird life along the valley bottom, with the usual shepherds tending their flocks of sheep, goats and camels, walk up through the small fields and gardens, where the locals still tend to the corn, pomegranates, and dates. this is why we love Morocco....................(oh bye the way, we had no hassle and everyone we met was very friendly and welcoming)

10. Tizi n Tichka

Imlil Village, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
Excellent
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4.5 based on 188 reviews

Tizi n Tichka

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tizi_n'Tichka

Reviewed By 480mirav - Smarje Pri Jelsah, Slovenia

Atlas mountains form a range extending over a good part of Morocco, reaching 4000 m and higher. Tizi-n-Tichka is one of the best known passes at the altitude of 2260 m. Before our trip I read about this road and I was a bit scared of the dangers lurking on travellers. The road was presented as a scary, winding path amongst precipices and hanging rocks. Well, it is nothing like that. It is a fairly good road, winding of course, and sometimes it is better not to look around too much, but all in all, it is not so bad and dangerous. The whole passage is very long, I would say about 100 km, but it takes a lot of time, because allmost the entire road is under reconstruction. In a couple of years crossing the Atlas mountains will be a piece of cake. The village at the top does not look like much, but you can buy a nice souvenir. If you like minerals, take some time and admire the vast choice. You can negotiate a good price. Descent towards the town of Ouarzazate is not extremely steep and you only have to be attentive because of road works.

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