Make the most of Marrakech
With gorgeous sunny
weather and high temperatures from April to September, Marrakech is
one of Morocco’s major tourist attractions. With so much to do and
see there is something available there for the entire family. Whether
you’re in search of art and culture, you want a few moments of
peace and rest or you’re just there for the food, Marrakech has it
all.
Here,
award-winning hotel Riad el Zohar
take a look at the top ten things to do when holidaying in Marrakech
and don’t worry, they’re all family friendly!
Classical Art at the Marrakech Museums
Open 9 – 6:45
Wednesday – Monday, The Dar Si museum provides a unique
insight into classical Moroccan life, with a stellar collection of
crafts, woodwork, leather and weapons that have been rescued from the
abandoned dwellings of old. The Maison de la Photographie is
where you want to go to see around 8,000 photographs of 1870-1950’s
Marrakech. It is a beautiful look into the ancient city.
Wander through the markets of the Medina
Marketplaces are
amazing places to get lost in and the souks of Marrakech are no
different. Wander through a huge range of stalls selling fruit, hot
food, craft work, handmade children’s toys and a whole host of
souvenirs ready to be taken home. Certainly a trip for the day before
the plane home to get some last minute gifts for the family!
Sample the delicacies of Morocco
No trip abroad will be
complete without trying a few of the home dishes. Marrakech is no
different, with restaurants and cafes dotted all around the city as
well as stalls in the marketplace selling hot and cold snacks alike.
You might have to search a bit for the best deals, but the food is
certainly worth paying a little extra for if you don’t want to
wait.
Take a break in a Riad
Riads are refurbished
classical Moroccan homes with all the modern luxuries we have come to
know and enjoy. Like a modern version of a traditional Moroccan
hotel, Riads can be themed to their local area, often come with an
accompanying pool and roof terrace and are very fancy for the price.
Worth it for an evening or two in an authentic Moroccan hotel.
Visit the eerie Saadian Tombs
Saadian Sultan Ahmed
al-Mansour ed-Dahbi imported Italian marble to make the glorious
mausoleum known as the Chamber of the 12 Pillars. Neglected until the
start of the 20th century, these chilling tombs are
remnants of a rich Sultan desperate to immortalise himself in the
world.
Peace and quiet in the Jardin Majorelle
A stark contrast to
the warm sunny yellows and reds of the rest of Marrakech, the Jardin
Majorelle is a beautiful green garden open to all. Boasting over 300
plant species from five different continents, the café provides a
beautiful view of the garden over snacks and coffee. Those with a bit
of spending money will enjoy the garden’s boutique.
Get lost in the city streets
Just wandering the
streets of Marrakech can be an adventure in itself. Due to its huge
array of twisting alleyways, curves and corners and little
side-streets, it almost seems like a labyrinth of wonder to explore.
Find a solitary café
There are a huge number
of cheap local cafes and restaurants if you know where to look.
Straying a little ways off the beaten path will net you snacks or
nice lunches at a good discount from the main street, although you
might want to invest in the help of a local tour guide to find the
best places to eat.
Snap some pictures of the sights
Marrakech is a city
with intense cultural history. With the old Riads, the stretching
classical buildings and the beautiful mosques of Marrakech, your
camera will certainly have its work cut out. The Koutoubia Mosque is
Marrakech’s most famous symbol and while non-Muslims may not enter
this place of worship, its exterior still creates a stunning vision
when surrounded by the other buildings in the Medina.
Take a lesson in Moroccan cooking
If the snacks of
Marrakech have tickled your taste buds, why not have a go at cooking
them for yourself? A number of riads provide cooking courses for
their residents, giving tourists a hand at the reigns at preparing
and cooking their very own Moroccan dish.
With so many delights
in store for those wishing to go to Marrakech, it is no surprise that
it is an extremely popular tourist destination. With sun, sands and a
plethora of activities for adults and kids alike, open up your eyes
to the delights of a Marrakech holiday today!
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