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Marrakech Holidays
Rich cultural heritage, ancient buildings, bustling souks, and a medieval walled Medina!
Holidays to Marrakech
Marrakesh, the vibrant heart of Morocco, enchants visitors with its rich history, bustling souks, and stunning architecture. The former imperial city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Ancient meets new in the vibrant ‘Red City’ with its five main neighbourhoods each with their own distinct character. Discover the UNESCO-listed Medina with its souks and main Jemaa el Fna Square; the old Jewish quarter of Mellah, home to souks and a Jewish Cemetery; Gueliz’s upmarket hotels and modern restaurants; Hivernage, mixing tradition with luxury hotels; and Chrifa filled with chic apartments, villas, and hotels.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT MARRAKECH? Marrakech has a high desert climate with very hot dry summers and cooler but still sunny winters. The wettest months fall between January and April. The average daily temperatures hover around 13oC in January to highs of 29oC in July and August.
WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO STAY IN MARRAKECH? There are plenty of places to stay in Marrakech, whatever your budget; from small and friendly riads in the heart of the Medina to luxurious four and five-star hotels filled to the brim with facilities on the outskirts. Whether you’re looking for a bed and breakfast, half-board, or all-inclusive hotel, Hays Travel will find you a Marrakech holiday to match your needs.
Travel guide
Marrakesh is a captivating blend of tradition and modernity, offering a sensory feast for all who visit.
- Best time to visit: May-September
- Average flight time: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
- Most suited for: Families, Couples
- Currency: Moroccan Dirham
- Time Difference: Zero Hours
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Marrakech Holidays
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THE MEDINA AND JEMAA EL FNA SQUARE
The Medina (Old City) is undoubtedly the heart and soul of Marrakech both day and night! Get your bearings and soak up the atmosphere with a horse-drawn carriage ride. Or wander through the alleyways and souks at your own pace on foot and, of course, try out your haggling and bartering skills to buy locally-produced pottery, perfumes, rugs, and aromatic oils, spices, and teas to take home as souvenirs. Jemaa El Fna is the place to head from mid-afternoon onwards; this bustling hub is filled with stalls, musicians, fortune-tellers, and snake charmers. If you get peckish you’ll find a food stall serving traditional light bites and snacks, or you can escape to one of the rooftop cafes that line the square for a traditional mint tea and sunset views.
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AWAKEN YOUR INNER EXPLORER!
Marrakech is a haven for sightseeing! Pay a visit to the city’s famous landmarks including the Koutoubia Mosque with its ornate 70-metre-high minaret, Ali Ben Youssef Mosque and nearby Medersa of Ben Youssef, the dazzling Bahia Palace, the once grand Badi Palace, and the old traditional-style Dar Si Said Palace. Step into the Saadian Tombs and peek into the Almoravid Koubba monument. Musee de Marrakech housed in the Mnebhi Palace, Maison de la Photographie, and the Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden showcase Marrakech’s artistic and creative side. Stroll through the plants, artworks, and sculptures at Majorelle Gardens (once owned by fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent) or around Manara Gardens’ reflective pool.
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FOOD & DRINK
No holiday to Marrakech is complete without sampling the local cuisine which is influenced by Berber, Arab, Jewish, and Andalusian cultures. Savour aromatic Tagines cooked in an earthenware pot, Couscous (steamed granules of rolled semolina), Pastilla (filo pastry parcels filled with chicken or seafood), M’semen (breakfast pancakes), Babbouche (peppery broth with white snails), Merguez (spicy lamb sausage), Harira (a spicy tomato and vegetable soup), and Tanjia Marrakchia (mutton seasoned with saffron and cumin slow-cooked in an earthenware dish in the fire). Popular drinks served in cafes in Marrakech include Moroccan tea - made from brewed gunpowder green tea infused with spearmint leaves and poured from height into small glasses – freshly squeezed fruit juices, smoothies, and milkshakes. Local brands of beer include Casablanca and Flag Special and popular Moroccan wines come from Meknes, Casablanca, and the Guadalquivir Valley. NB: Because Morocco is a Muslim nation; consumption of alcohol outdoors is forbidden and is only usually only served in licensed hotels, bars, restaurants, and tourist areas and can also be purchased in some supermarkets.
Weather in Marrakech
Average monthly temperature in Marrakech (°C)
- Jan 13°C
- Feb 14°C
- Mar 17°C
- Apr 18°C
- May 21°C
- Jun 24°C
- Jul 29°C
- Aug 29°C
- Sep 27°C
- Oct 21°C
- Nov 17°C
- Dec 14°C
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