Guidebook for Marrakech
Arts & Culture
super new addition to marrakech cultural sites, the museum houses a magnificent collection of Yves saint Laurents clothers, designs, jewellery etc as well as a lovely restaurant and shop
126 locals recommend
Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Rue Yves Saint Laurentsuper new addition to marrakech cultural sites, the museum houses a magnificent collection of Yves saint Laurents clothers, designs, jewellery etc as well as a lovely restaurant and shop
Fantastic exhibitions of African contemporary art and photography, plus an awesome sculpture park
11 locals recommend
Museum of African Contemporary Art AL Maaden - Macaal
Fantastic exhibitions of African contemporary art and photography, plus an awesome sculpture park
This riad in the thick of the medina houses a wonderful archive of Moroccan Photography through the ages. The rooftop cafe is also a lovely spot for coffee or lunch.
105 locals recommend
House of Photography in Marrakech
46 Rue Bin LafnadekThis riad in the thick of the medina houses a wonderful archive of Moroccan Photography through the ages. The rooftop cafe is also a lovely spot for coffee or lunch.
Lovely Collection of Saharan/ Sub Saharan artefacts collected by Bert Flint on his travels and displayed in his beautiful old home in the Medina
41 locals recommend
Musee Tiskiwin
8 Rue de la BahiaLovely Collection of Saharan/ Sub Saharan artefacts collected by Bert Flint on his travels and displayed in his beautiful old home in the Medina
Sightseeing
This square in the medina is a 'must see'. Its a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that comes alive at sunset when the street vendors and performers come alive
283 locals recommend
Jemaa el-Fnaa
This square in the medina is a 'must see'. Its a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that comes alive at sunset when the street vendors and performers come alive
Restored 18th century palace and luxury cafe serving over 200 blends of coffee
25 locals recommend
Dar El Bacha - Musee des Confluences
Rue Fatima ZahraRestored 18th century palace and luxury cafe serving over 200 blends of coffee
Food Scene
Great local family restaurant for grilled meats , roasted chicken, tajines and tangia
8 locals recommend
Chez ouazzani Marrakech
12 bis Rue Ibn AïchaGreat local family restaurant for grilled meats , roasted chicken, tajines and tangia
MY Kechmara
3 Rue de la LibertéCool Bistro with lovely Roof Terrace, DJ and Live Music Nights
Fine dining in the Medina, French and Morrocan Cuisine in a luxurious setting or on the roof terrace
69 locals recommend
Le Foundouk
Fine dining in the Medina, French and Morrocan Cuisine in a luxurious setting or on the roof terrace
Old Colonial style Villa in the heart of Gueliz , great place for french cuisine, or just sttart the evening here with cocktais on the veranda.
99 locals recommend
Grand Café de la Poste
Old Colonial style Villa in the heart of Gueliz , great place for french cuisine, or just sttart the evening here with cocktais on the veranda.
Busy brasserie to stop off for lunch if you're shopping at the boutiques, factory outlets and contemporary craft stores in the Sidi Ghanem Indutrial Quartier.
Traiteur Français à Marrakech - Le Zinc Restaurant
N° 517 Rue PrincipaleBusy brasserie to stop off for lunch if you're shopping at the boutiques, factory outlets and contemporary craft stores in the Sidi Ghanem Indutrial Quartier.
This cafe is a great spot for lunch. It's run by a charitable foundation , re-training disadvantaged women with new life skills, including preparing and cooking food, service etc.
Amal
Rue Allal Ben AhmedThis cafe is a great spot for lunch. It's run by a charitable foundation , re-training disadvantaged women with new life skills, including preparing and cooking food, service etc.
Cool place to relax and have a cofee or lunch when you're exploring the souks in the Medina. Fantastic views of Marrakech and th Atlas Mountains fron the roof terrace.
11 locals recommend
Atay Cafe Food
Route Sidi AbdelazizCool place to relax and have a cofee or lunch when you're exploring the souks in the Medina. Fantastic views of Marrakech and th Atlas Mountains fron the roof terrace.
Super tasty food, lots of choices and great value for money, in the vibrant local neighborhood of Daoudiate next to Park Allal al Fassi (10 mins walk)
Personal favourites include seafood gratin cheeseburger, creme brulee, red velvet cake,brownies...need I go on.
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Restaurant Granada
Boulevard Allal Al FassiSuper tasty food, lots of choices and great value for money, in the vibrant local neighborhood of Daoudiate next to Park Allal al Fassi (10 mins walk)
Personal favourites include seafood gratin cheeseburger, creme brulee, red velvet cake,brownies...need I go on.
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Great Italian ice cream parlor plus coffee and cakes. Other snacks include tasty pizzas and pasta dishes.
La Palma
46 Avenue Yacoub El MansourGreat Italian ice cream parlor plus coffee and cakes. Other snacks include tasty pizzas and pasta dishes.
Cafe du Livre
44 Rue Tarik Ben ZiadChill out at this cool cafe bar & book store
Drinks & Nightlife
montechristo
Lounge bar with live music, cocktails and shisha
Great rooftop bar overlooking Palais El Badii, and the nesting families of storks
51 locals recommend
Bar Marrakech - Kosybar Marrakech
Great rooftop bar overlooking Palais El Badii, and the nesting families of storks
Essentials
Large supermarket in a mall, with good selection of groceries, meats and fresh vegetable. Open until 2200 hrs, Off licence loses at 2000 hrs
52 locals recommend
Carrefour Market
N°1 Bd Al YarmoukLarge supermarket in a mall, with good selection of groceries, meats and fresh vegetable. Open until 2200 hrs, Off licence loses at 2000 hrs
Handy local bakery with good selection of breads, croissants and pastries for breakfast.
Boulangerie Pâtisserie Alpha 2000
Rue Allal Ben AhmedHandy local bakery with good selection of breads, croissants and pastries for breakfast.
Carrefour Market
N°1 Bd Al YarmoukHandy local CF supermarket just 300m from Apartment.
Shopping
Great concept boutique for fashion, art, design and contemporary crafts. Also has a coffee shop and juice bar.
17 locals recommend
33 Rue Majorelle
33 Rue Yves St LaurentGreat concept boutique for fashion, art, design and contemporary crafts. Also has a coffee shop and juice bar.
ANITANRUGS
Rue Yves Saint LaurentGreat selection of Moroccan rugs and home decorations.
Marrakshi Life
High end local unisex fashion label with gorgeous hand woven textiles
Local designer concept store with boho fashion for men and women, accessories, crafts and a Soul food resto on the roof.
19 locals recommend
Max & Jan
Route Sidi AbdelazizLocal designer concept store with boho fashion for men and women, accessories, crafts and a Soul food resto on the roof.
Parks & Nature
Iconic 2.5 acre botanical and artist landscape garden owned by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge. Go early to avoid the crowds!
585 locals recommend
Jardin Majorelle
Rue Yves Saint Laurent Iconic 2.5 acre botanical and artist landscape garden owned by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge. Go early to avoid the crowds!
Elegant and ornate 19th Centrury Saadian Palace and formal Islamic gardens in the heart of the medina.
116 locals recommend
The Secret Garden
121 Rue MouassineElegant and ornate 19th Centrury Saadian Palace and formal Islamic gardens in the heart of the medina.