Location information:
To help with your stay in Marrakech we have available a Marrakech street plan which you can download as a PDF :Please ask.
In the Medina:
The Medina is the old fortified town of Morocco, crammed with pink clay houses and encircled by a great mediaeval wall with a number of grand gateways allowing access.
Djemaa el Fna - the largest Market in Africa
In Marrakech in Djemaa el Fna square you will find the largest market in Africa. By day it's a vast area of spice, fruit, textile & souvenir stalls surrounded by snake charmers, singers, story tellers, healers and fakirs, all attracting crowds of locals and tourists. Surrounding the square are bars and restaurants, some with roof and terrace levels affording a commanding view of the hubbub below. At night open air eateries take over from the stalls, but the entertainment if anything intensifies.
Miles of Souks
Spreading out from Djemaa el Fna are miles of narrow streets, covered from the heat of the day, and lined with shop after shop selling everything under the sun. Ceramics, brass ware, sweetmeats, slippers, clothing, everything is to be bargained for.
In the New Town:
The modern part of Marrakech is made up of wide open boulevards and busy streets lined with orange trees and modern shops to suit all tastes. The main shopping area is called Guéliz, with Avenue Mohammed V and Rue de la Liberté being prominent streets. Possibly due to the French influence there are street cafes and restaurants a plenty, and bars and night clubs open to the early hours.
Open Spaces
There are many parks and gardens in and around Marrakech, one of the largest being the Menara after which the nearby airport is named. Broad paths take you between acres of olive groves, in the centre of which is a large pool that looks like a swimming pool but was dug centuries ago to irrigate the olive trees. At the head of the pool is an attractive pavilion built for royalty. You can take camel rides in the park.
Other Activities:
Shopping& Camel Riding