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Djamaa El Fna - Square   Marrakesh

Djamaa El Fna  - Square, Marrakesh

 136 Reviews  We just returned from a phenomenal trip of Marrakesh. Al Moussika was our base to explore the medina and for trips to the coast and to the Atlas mountains. The riyad is a carefully and tastefully... 

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Majorelle Gardens   Marrakesh

Majorelle Gardens, Marrakesh

 45 Reviews  We loved Marjorelle Gardens. Please check out my travelogue for the full story. I enjoyed it because of the vibrant colours, cactus gardens, water lily pond and quaint shady paths. The best way to... 

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El Bahia Palace   Marrakesh

El Bahia Palace, Marrakesh

 45 Reviews  The Bahia Palace is located in the medina of Marrakesh near the Jewish quarter. The exact dates of the construction of the palace ae not known but it was completed by 1900. The palace complex was... 

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Places Around Marrakesh   Marrakesh

Places Around Marrakesh, Marrakesh

 28 Reviews  If you want a real adventure try Sahara Expedition. I've done the trip to Erg Chebbi twice. Both an Adventure. One I had to complete the trip on my own due to roads being flooded and the driver... 

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Suuq of Marrakesh   Marrakesh

Suuq of Marrakesh, Marrakesh

 47 Reviews  Most people think of Marrakech as a shoppers delight. I don't. I had saved all my money to buy my gifts here at the markets or Souks and was a bit dissapointed. It's actually better to shop at... 

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Koutoubia Minaret & Koutoubia Gardens   Marrakesh

Koutoubia Minaret & Koutoubia Gardens, Marrakesh

 55 Reviews  The tallest structure in Marrakech is the Koutoubia Minaret. Dating back to the 12th century, it is a fine example of Moorish architecture, and a symbol of the city. At around 70 metres high, it makes... 

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Medina   Marrakesh

Medina, Marrakesh

 32 Reviews  We just returned from a phenomenal trip of Marrakesh. Al Moussika was our base to explore the medina and for trips to the coast and to the Atlas mountains. The riyad is a carefully and tastefully... 

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Saadian Tombs   Marrakesh

Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh

 39 Reviews  The Tombs, were only relativly recently re-discovered when a very narrow alley was found at the rear of a mosgue. This, on investigation lead to these tombs that had been lost. The complex comprises... 

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El Badi Palace   Marrakesh

El Badi Palace, Marrakesh

 25 Reviews  The minbar is in a restored pavillion in the Palace El Badi, with exhibits of the minbar and its restoration. A minbar or Mimbar is the platform/pulpit where the Imam recites the Koran. Often... 

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Marrakech Museum   Marrakesh

Marrakech Museum, Marrakesh

 26 Reviews  The building itself is the main reason for visiting this beautiful museum, a former 19th century palace. The exhibits including some contemporary art are worthwhile, but the tile work and general... 

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Mederssa Ben Youssef   Marrakesh

Mederssa Ben Youssef, Marrakesh

 35 Reviews  The Medersa Ben Youssef is an example of 16th century Andalusian-Arab architecture. It was originally built as a religious college and was in use as such until the 1960s. It is now fully restored and... 

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Hamman - Spa   Marrakesh

Hamman - Spa, Marrakesh

 6 Reviews  This really is an amazing spa, the building is beautiful! The hammam and massage were very good too. Make sure you have time on your hands and make the most of relaxing in the luxury surroundings. We... 

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Menara Gardens   Marrakesh

Menara Gardens, Marrakesh

 14 Reviews  The Menara Gardens were built in the 12th century by the Almohad ruler Abd al-Mu'min. The name menara derives from the pavillon with its small green pyramid roof (menzeh). The pavilion was built... 

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Tanneries   Marrakesh

Tanneries, Marrakesh

 5 Reviews  We just returned from a phenomenal trip of Marrakesh. Al Moussika was our base to explore the medina and for trips to the coast and to the Atlas mountains. The riyad is a carefully and tastefully... 

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City Wall   Marrakesh

City Wall, Marrakesh

 13 Reviews  The city walls are beautiful, they change colour during the day. They were not quite, what I was expecting. I thought that you could walk on the walls but there did not seem to be any way to get up... 

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Local Traditions   Marrakesh

Local Traditions, Marrakesh

 19 Reviews  It’s a cliché. Yes. It’s tourist trap. Maybe. It’s pastiche. No doubt. But it’s funny, specially in a mild evening after the furnace of the day. Don't worry searching its location and... 

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Dyers District   Marrakesh

Dyers District, Marrakesh

 7 Reviews  After a pleasant time spent learning about the dyes and 'dressing up' ;-) (see previous tip!)I tried to explain that I wanted to see the skeins of wool hanging to dry (as I'd seen on post cards/guide... 

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Oureka Valley   Marrakesh

Oureka Valley, Marrakesh

 6 Reviews  Doing the Ourika Valley and Quad Bikes are a definite must in Marrakech, this way you have fun and enjoy the scenic surroundings around you. Ourika valley with views of the Atlas mountains and Quads... 

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Street Scenes   Marrakesh

Street Scenes, Marrakesh

 15 Reviews  Guéliz is the modern downtown area of Marrakech, also called Ville Nouvelle (New Town). It was built by the French during their Protectorate and meant to house the Europeans living in the city. It is... 

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DAR SI SAýD   Marrakesh

DAR SI SAýD, Marrakesh

 8 Reviews  This ‘dar’ originally was built as a mansion by royal chamberlain Sidi Saýd, a brother of ‘Minister’ Bou Ahmed - who extended the Bahia Palacre- in the 19th century. This ‘dar’ can be considered as a... 

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Zaouia Sidi Bel Abbes   Marrakesh

Zaouia Sidi Bel Abbes, Marrakesh

 1 Review  Zaouias are grave monuments. The Zaouia Sidi Bel Abbes is dedicated to a holy man whose prime concern were the poor and the blind. This is the reason why you will find rather a lot of beggars along... 

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Hop on and hop off

by malineet

I would recommend doing this on the first day so you know where do you want to focus on. It was 130 dirham per person (roughly 13 euro on 17th Feb 2007) The staff was very helpful. They have two lines, one in the old town and one outside. (Marrakech Monumental and Marrakech Romantiqe) It takes about 1and a half hour for each route...so enjoy. :)Stops for Marrakech Monumental:1. Office dutourisme2. Hotel Agal3. Theatre Royal3. Palais de Congres5. Hotel Royal Mirage6. Jardin de La Menara7. Av. Mohamed VI (Hotel Le Meridien)8. L'Hivernage (Hotel Andalous)9. Casino de Marrakech (Hotel Imperial Borj)10. Place de la Liberte11. Hotel de ville12. La Koutoubis13. Palais El Badii/ Palais La Bahia14. Place Jemaa El Fna/ Souks15. Tombeaux Saadiens/ Kasbah16. La Mamounia17. Av. Mohamed V (Hotel Marakech)18. La Poste/ Mc Donald'sStops for Marrakech Romantique1. Office du tourisme2. Les Jardins...

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Marrakech II-Place Djemaa El Fnaa during the day.

by pfsmalo

The place, once known as where rebels and thieves were beheaded and then had their heads displayed (fortunately this doesn't happen anymore) is buzzing during the day but really gets going from about 5 in the afternoon when the food stands start to come out and the jugglers, snake charmers and dancers start up.

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Marrakech X - Saadien tombs.

by pfsmalo

These mausoleums, built here in the late 16th. century are the only remains of the Saadien dynasty that ruled Marrakech and Morocco during 125 years. As this is a major site of Marrakech the visit is made somewhat brief by the vast number of visitors packed into a very small area. Better to go very early in the morning. Cost 10DH for the visit.

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Marrakech IX - Jardin Majorelle

by pfsmalo

This garden was created by the artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920's. At his death in 1962 it was bought by the couturier Yves St. Laurent, almost entirely replanted and given back it's former splendor. Mainly cactii, but I suppose it depends of the time of year. A very relaxing visit in the shade. 20DH the visit and a further 15 DH to visit the small museum that holds some of Majorelle's paintings. The garden is closed between 12 and 1 midday.

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Marrakech VIII - The tanneries.

by pfsmalo

If you have a strong stomach you can do this as the smell can be overpowering, from the different acids, pigeon dung and the scrapings of the hides that are laying about. This is a tip that you can take or leave as I didn't like the whole area around the tanneries. Too many touts and this looks to be one of the dodgy areas of Marrakech. Loads of kids around to give you the tour. Some being quite aggressive when you say no. Interesting nonetheless.

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Visit Marrakech.

by pfsmalo

A real wondrous eye-opener, just walking about taking in the colours and sounds. Hours to spend in the souks haggling with the vendors. Even trying to keep the touts off your back is good for a laugh. The place Djemaa El Fnaa in the evening is like nothing you've ever seen, so much bustle, noise and colour. Be warned about taking photos on the place, the snake charmers, the dansers and even the water sellers will ask for money if you take their photos.

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Marrakech VII - Souks and streets IV.

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Marrakech VI-Souks and streets III

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Marrakech V-Souks and streets II

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Marrakech IV-Souks and streets.

by pfsmalo

After having your appetite opened and perhaps slaked at one of the many orange juice stands a little digestive walk through the souks and streets is called for.

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