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Marrakech, Morocco 🐪🇲🇦 The Perfect Getaway Guide

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Marrakech is a WILD place to be but you have to experience the craziness for yourself!! Here are some of my top recommendations for what to do, where to stay and the best food to eat in this one-of-a-kind city!!
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ACTIVITIES TO DO

Landing in such a hectic city can leave you struggling to decide what the best things to do are or if everything is as good as it's hyped up to be. Here are some of my FAVORITE activities in Marrakech & the surrounding areas.

 
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Enjoy a unique sunset adventure in the Agafay desert, just outside of Marrakech. If you don't have time to make it to the Sahara, this is the perfect adventure for you!
Agafay Desert: Sunset Dinner + Camel Ride
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The perfect way to experience culture thru food and cooking! Shop at a local market for supplies & cook a 3-course meal full of Moroccan specialties!
Local Moroccan Cooking Class - Half Day
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If you have always dreamed of going to the Sahara desert, this is the perfect tour for you. Camel rides, sleeping under the stars, and experiencing the magic of the sahara desert!
3 Day Trip to the Sahara Desert (from Marrakech To Merzouga)
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A hot air balloon ride in Morocco!! How could you resist?!
Atlas Mountains Hot Air Balloon Ride + Berber Breakfast and Desert Camel Ride
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A great way to try good food in the midst of the chaos that comes with street food vendors in Marrakech! PLUS a delicious dinner with local Moroccan food!!
Street Food Tour (at Night)
 
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A great way to leave the craziness of the city for the day & see some of the natural beauty of Morocco!!
Ouzoud Waterfalls with Boat Ride
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WHERE TO STAY

Whether your price range is low, mid-range, or luxury, Marrakech has options for everyone!!

 
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Working while you travel? This is the place to be. The most reliable wifi in the medina + lots of coworking space in the common areas!
Outsite Marrakesh
 
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ABSOLUTELY stunning hotel with great amenities & right in the Medina!! You can't go wrong booking this place
Kenzara Suites & Pool
 
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Staying in a Riad in Marrakech is a must and this is a great option in the Medina!!
Riad Banatti

WHERE TO EAT

There's good food all around but here are some of my favorites!! Whether you want traditional Moroccan food or western food, you can find it all in Marrakech!

 
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My favorite restaurant in Marrakech!! Would HIGHLY recommend! A mix of Moroccan and western food, so so good
OTTO Marrakech
 
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“Moroccan cuisine by empowered women” - incredible Moroccan food, great for date night or a nicer (more expensive) meal! VERY DELICIOUS
Sahbi Sahbi
 
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Beautiful rooftop in the medina with great food - make sure you make a reservation beforehand to secure a table on the roof!
NOMAD
 
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If you're looking for local food, this is the place to go. TONS of street vendors + you can sit and eat. Don't get overwhelmed, the vendors will all try to get you to sit down with them
Jemaa el-Fnaa
 
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Great spot for brunch in the medina!
Mandala Society
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Great rooftop to watch sunset!! You NEED a reservation (sometimes weeks in advance) to go for sunset!!!!
Rooftop Restaurant DarDar