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Must See

In the early evening, Djemaa el Fna the city's main square, comes alive with snake-charmers, street entertainers and food sellers.
Ben Youssef, the largest Koranic school in Morocco rivals the Medersa in Fes.
Saadian Tombs are late 16th century mausoleums containing the graves of the Sultans and their families.
City Gates. The gates and ramparts of this walled city can be best viewed by horse-drawn caléche.
Bahia Palace is a maze of corridors, passageways and elaborately decorated chambers built by the Vizier Ba Ahmed Ben Moussa.
The Tanneries are colourful open-air vats used for tanning and dying leather. Fascinating, but prepare to hold your nose.

Must Do

One of the greatest pleasures of Marrakech is to stroll through the souks, bargaining and watching the people. The medina and Djemaa el-Fna change throughout the day so it’s worth passing through at different times.
Escape from the noise and dust of the city in Yves Saint Laurent’s celebrated Jardin Majorelle and visit the small museum.
Take a day trip up to the Atlas Mountains to see some of the most beautiful Moroccan scenery.
Contemplate your reflection in the pools of the Agdal Gardens amid groves of oranges, olives and pomegranates.
Enjoy a cocktail in the bar of the Mamounia Hotel. This art deco palace was a favourite of Winston Churchill.

Food and Drink
Moroccan cuisine is rightly celebrated as one of the best in the world and Marrakech has numerous fine restaurants to choose from. Start with a bowl of steaming, spicy harira soup or unexpectedly delicious bastilla, a semi-sweet pigeon pie made with layers of filo pastry. Briouat are delicious savoury pastries. For the main course a tagine of couscous is a must, while for dessert, a choice of small, nut-filled pastries will be offered, accompanied by a glass of sweet, green mint tea or a strong, thick coffee.
Although it is a Muslim country, alcohol is widely available; look out for local wines, the best of which are red.
Shopping
The souks of Marrakech are over-flowing with fantastic things to buy, from carpets and lamps to slippers, pottery, jewellery and leather goods. Particularly worth looking out for are beautiful thuya wood boxes, often inlaid with mother-ofpearl, brightly coloured tagine pots, basketwork and kilim rugs.
You will be expected to haggle, so never pay the first price asked, but if you feel hassled by a seller, simply walk away. There are fixed-price tourist shops outside the souks, if you’d rather not bargain.
Where To Stay
Marrakech used to be the retreat for rock stars and fashion designers back in the Sixties. These days a plethora of the medieval walled city's ancient merchants' houses or riads have been converted into boutique hotels to suit every taste from traditional to high design. Over the past decade a number of international hotel chains have also opened up some modern hotels. Whether you’re after a hip and trendy hotel or a more traditional one, we have something that will suit your every need.
Things To Do

HISTORICAL MARRAKECH Half day tour to discover a fascinating city. Visit Koutoubia Mosque the 16th century Saadian tombs and the Bahia Palace. Duration half day. Departs daily at 2.30pm Mon- Sat.
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO QUARZAZATE Pass through the high Atlas Mountains and Tizi n' Tichka pass. See the famous film studios, Kasbahs and beautiful landscapes: desert plains, lush green valleys, vast palm tree forest, canyons, lakes and snowy peaks. Duration full day. Departs 7.30am.

Insiders Tip
Watch where you’re pointing that camera! If the snake charmers or street entertainers think you're trying to photograph them, a demand for money will promptly follow. Men in traditional, colourful Moroccan dress will actively try to invade your photographs! Remember to carry some small change with you if you wish to take photos of everything and everyone.
Celebration
Ramadan. During the month of Ramadan a night time festival atmosphere prevails (starting approx 10 Aug 2010). At this time Muslims fast during the day and feast at night. Some restaurants may be closed during the day.