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Marrakesh in 3 days

Three relaxed days in Marrakech: arrival on Thursday, a full day of Medina and palaces on Friday, and a mix of gardens, the new town and departure on Saturday.

Pace
Balanced
Budget
Mid-range
Season
April

Day 1 · Marrakesch

Arrival and first impressions of the Medina

Arrival in Marrakech, check-in at Riad Kniza and an afternoon in the southern Medina with the Saadian Tombs, local favourite spots and sunset on Jemaa el-Fna.

  1. 11:00

    12:00

    Travel & transfer: Arrival at RAK airport

    Landing at Menara airport and getting to the Medina by taxi at a price agreed in advance. Arrival is planned for late morning.

    Flughafen Marrakesch-Menara (RAK)

  2. 25 min by taxi

  3. 12:25

    12:55

    Stay: Dropping off luggage at Riad Kniza

    You drop off your luggage at Riad Kniza; the room is ready from about 15:00. The alternative would be Hotel Les Jardins de la Koutoubia.

    Riad Knizaapprox. 100–150 MAD / night

  4. 10 min on foot

  5. 13:05

    14:20

    Lunch: Lunch at Café Clock

    Relaxed lunch with Moroccan cuisine. Try the camel burger or a tagine. Alternatively: Le Jardin.

    Café Clockapprox. 120–200 MAD pp

  6. 10 min on foot

  7. 14:30

    15:10

    Café: Mint tea at Café Bouzid

    A small tea stop in a simple neighbourhood café where mostly locals sit. Good for acclimatising.

    Café Bouzid Mouassineapprox. 15–30 MAD pp

  8. 20 min on foot

  9. 15:30

    17:00

    Sightseeing: Saadian Tombs in the Kasbah

    Magnificent 16th-century tombs with cedar wood, stucco and zellige mosaics. A highlight for history and architecture.

    Saadier-Gräberapprox. 70 MAD pp

    Come right after 15:30, when the queues in front of the main chamber are usually shorter.

  10. 8 min on foot

  11. 17:10

    17:50

    Hidden gem: Stroll through the Mellah

    Mellah und Place des Ferblantiers

  12. 20 min on foot

  13. 18:10

    19:10

    Sightseeing: Sunset on Jemaa el-Fna

    Watch the square fill with jugglers, musicians and food stalls at sunset. The view is especially lovely from a rooftop terrace at the edge.

    Jemaa el-Fnaapprox. 0–30 MAD pp

  14. 15 min by taxi

  15. 19:30

    21:00

    Dinner: Dinner at Al Fassia

    Al Fassia Guelizapprox. 200–300 MAD pp

    Book in advance, especially at weekends.

Day 2 · Marrakesch

Palaces, souks and Medina cuisine

A day among palaces, a Koranic school and souks: Bahia Palace and the Mellah in the morning, then the spice market, Ben Youssef Madrasa and, in the evening, Medina cuisine at Nomad.

  1. 08:30

    09:30

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Riad Kniza

    Start the day relaxed with Moroccan breakfast, msemen, honey and mint tea in your riad.

    Riad Kniza

  2. 20 min on foot

  3. 09:50

    11:30

    Sightseeing: Explore Bahia Palace

    The 19th-century palace impresses with cedar wood ceilings, zellige mosaics and peaceful courtyards.

    Bahia-Palastapprox. 70 MAD pp

    Come right at opening, when the courtyards are still empty and the light is at its best.

  4. 5 min on foot

  5. 11:45

    12:30

    Hidden gem: Stroll through the Mellah

    The old Jewish quarter has balconies that are otherwise rare in the Medina, as well as small spice and jewellery shops.

    Mellah (Jüdisches Viertel)

  6. 10 min on foot

  7. 12:45

    14:00

    Lunch: Lunch at Café Clock

    Camel burger and salads in a relaxed atmosphere.

    Café Clockapprox. 90–150 MAD pp

Day 3 · Marrakesch

Gardens, new town and farewell

Last day with gardens and the new town: Jardin Majorelle, Yves Saint Laurent Museum, lunch at Grand Café de la Poste and then transfer to RAK airport.

  1. 08:00

    08:45

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Riad Kniza

    Riad Kniza

  2. 15 min by taxi

  3. 09:15

    10:45

    Sightseeing: Jardin Majorelle in the morning calm

    Jardin Majorelleapprox. 170–220 MAD pp

    Book a timed-entry ticket online in advance, otherwise you'll quickly end up queuing for a long time at the ticket office.

  4. 3 min on foot

  5. 10:55

    12:15

    Sightseeing: Yves Saint Laurent Museum Marrakech

    Musée Yves Saint Laurentapprox. 120–140 MAD pp

  6. 12 min on foot

  7. 12:30

    13:45

    Lunch: Lunch at Grand Café de la Poste

    Grand Café de la Posteapprox. 200–330 MAD pp

  8. 8 min on foot

  9. 14:00

    14:45

    Café: Mint tea at Café Atlas

    An unpretentious café where mostly locals sit. Perfect for one last mint tea and sweet pastries before departure.

    Café Atlasapprox. 25–50 MAD pp

  10. 15 min by taxi

  11. 15:00

    15:30

    Travel & transfer: Back to the riad, collect luggage

    Take a taxi back to the riad, collect your luggage and arrange a taxi to the airport.

    Riad Knizaapprox. 40–60 MAD pp

  12. 20 min by taxi

  13. 15:50

    Travel & transfer: Transfer to Menara airport

    Drive to the airport with plenty of buffer time for check-in and security.

    Flughafen Marrakesch-Menara (RAK)approx. 70–100 MAD pp

    Agree the price firmly in advance or book the transfer through the riad.

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FAQ

How many days do you need in Marrakech?

Three days are enough for the medina, palaces, gardens and souks at a relaxed pace. With a fourth day you can plan a trip to the Atlas Mountains or to Essaouira.

Where is the best place to stay in Marrakech?

For the typical atmosphere, a riad in the medina is a good choice, for example in Mouassine or the Kasbah. If you prefer quiet and modern hotels, Guéliz is the better choice.

Is Marrakech expensive?

Compared with Western Europe, food, taxis and accommodation are usually cheaper. Excursions, hotels with pools and upmarket restaurants cost more.

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