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Map of Marrakech —
Your Complete Tourist Guide

🗺️ Interactive Map 🏛️ Top 10 Attractions 🍽️ Best Restaurants 🚕 Transport Info 📅 Updated June 2026

Everything you need to explore Marrakech in one place. Our tourist map of Marrakech shows you the top attractions, best restaurants, traditional riads, lively souks, and essential transport connections — all pinned on an interactive map.

Marrakech Map for Tourists

Our tourist map of Marrakech puts every key landmark, restaurant, riad, and transport hub in one interactive view. Click any pin to get directions, opening hours, and insider tips for your visit.

📍 Click any pin to explore details · Use layers to filter by category · Open in Google Maps for directions

How to Use This Marrakech Map

Make the most of your map of Marrakech with these tips. Whether you're planning from home or navigating the winding medina alleys in real time, here's how to get the best experience.

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Click Any Pin

Tap any marker to see the attraction name, a short description, and a link to Google Maps for turn-by-turn directions.

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Filter by Category

Use the map layers to show only attractions, restaurants, or accommodation, depending on what you need to find.

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Use on Mobile

Open the map on your phone before entering the souks where connectivity can be spotty — download the area offline in Google Maps.

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Print a Copy

Heading somewhere without signal? Print our tourist map of Marrakech and mark the spots you want to visit in advance.

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Plan Your Days

Group nearby attractions together: Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and the Mellah are all within walking distance of each other.

Save Favorites

Sign into Google Maps and click the star on any pin to save it to your personal map for easy access during your trip.

Marrakech Neighborhoods on the Map

Understanding Marrakech's distinct districts will help you navigate our Marrakech map for tourists like a local. Each area has its own character, pace, and highlights.

🏛️ Old City

The Medina

The UNESCO-listed ancient walled city containing the souks, Jemaa el-Fna, palaces, mosques, and most iconic sights. Plan at least two full days here.

🎪 Main Square

Jemaa el-Fna

The living heart of Marrakech. Mornings bring juice stalls and snake charmers; evenings erupt with food stalls, musicians, and storytellers.

🛍️ Shopping

The Souks

A labyrinthine network of markets north of Jemaa el-Fna selling spices, leather, lamps, ceramics, textiles, and handmade crafts.

🏙️ Modern Quarter

Gueliz

Marrakech's French-built new town with wide avenues, contemporary restaurants, art galleries, and upscale boutiques.

🌴 Upscale

Hivernage

Leafy residential area adjacent to Gueliz with luxury hotels, nightclubs, and the Palais des Congrès.

🌿 Gardens

Palmeraie

A palm grove on the city's edge, home to luxury resorts, golf courses, and camel trekking experiences.

Top 10 Attractions in Marrakech

All of these sites are marked on our tourist map of Marrakech above. From ancient palaces to vibrant squares, here are the must-see places every visitor should explore.

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🎪 UNESCO Heritage · Free

Jemaa el-Fna Square

The beating pulse of Marrakech, this spectacular UNESCO-listed square transforms throughout the day — from a calm morning market to a chaotic, colorful evening carnival of food, music, and performance.

Insider tip: Visit at sunset for the most electric atmosphere. Find a rooftop café for a bird's-eye view.
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🏛️ Palace · 100 MAD

Bahia Palace

A breathtaking 19th-century palace with 160 ornately decorated rooms, zellige tile floors, hand-carved cedar ceilings, and fragrant garden courtyards. One of Morocco's finest examples of Islamic architecture.

Insider tip: Arrive at opening (9am) to beat tour groups. Allow 60–90 minutes.
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🌿 Garden · 150 MAD

Jardin Majorelle

An iconic botanical garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later saved by Yves Saint Laurent. Famous for its vivid cobalt-blue structures, exotic plants, and the excellent Berber Museum within.

Insider tip: Book tickets online in advance — queues can stretch over an hour in peak season.
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🕌 Mosque · Exterior only

Koutoubia Mosque

Marrakech's most recognizable landmark: a 70m minaret built in the 12th century that became the architectural blueprint for the Giralda in Seville and the Hassan Tower in Rabat. Best photographed at dusk.

Insider tip: Non-Muslims cannot enter but the rose-garden surroundings are beautiful for a stroll.
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⚱️ Historic · 70 MAD

Saadian Tombs

Royal mausoleums of the Saadian dynasty, sealed for centuries and rediscovered in 1917. The intricate plasterwork, cedar carving, and Italian marble within the burial chambers is extraordinarily preserved.

Insider tip: Combined with Bahia Palace, these two sites make a perfect half-day medina itinerary.
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🛍️ Market · Free

The Marrakech Souks

A dizzying labyrinth of specialized markets: Souk Semmarine for textiles, Souk Cherratin for leatherwork, Souk des Teinturiers (dyers' souk) for vivid colors. Navigating without a map is half the adventure.

Insider tip: Bargaining is expected — start at 40% of the asking price and negotiate with a smile.
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🎨 Museum · 80 MAD

Maison de la Photographie

A rooftop museum in a restored riad displaying over 10,000 original photographs of Morocco from 1870 to 1950. An essential stop for understanding the country's history and people.

Insider tip: The rooftop terrace offers a spectacular view over the medina roofscape.
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📚 Historic · 70 MAD

Ben Youssef Madrasa

A 14th-century Islamic college that once housed 900 students. Its central courtyard, with a pool reflecting ornate stucco and zellij, is one of the most photogenic spaces in all of Morocco.

Insider tip: Visit mid-morning for the best light falling into the courtyard.
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🌿 Garden · Free

Menara Gardens

Vast 12th-century olive grove surrounding a serene reflective basin with a pavilion backdrop. On clear days, the snow-capped Atlas Mountains appear behind the minzah pavilion — a breathtaking view.

Insider tip: Best visited in late afternoon when golden light hits the pavilion and Atlas Mountains.
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🏛️ Palace Ruins · 70 MAD

El Badi Palace

Once one of the most spectacular palaces in the Islamic world, these evocative ruins — featuring vast sunken gardens, enormous pools, and underground passages — still command the imagination.

Insider tip: Storks nest on the ramparts from spring through summer — a wonderful wildlife spectacle.

🗺️ All attractions are pinned on our tourist map of Marrakech above

Scroll back to the interactive map to see every attraction, get walking directions, and plan the most efficient route through the medina. Grouping nearby sights saves time and energy on Marrakech's often narrow alleyways.

Top 10 Restaurants in Marrakech

From rooftop terraces to hidden riad courtyards, Marrakech's dining scene is as spectacular as its architecture. Here are the best restaurants, all mapped on our Marrakech tourist map.

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Le Jardin

MoroccanMedinaGarden Terrace

A stunning restaurant built around a lush hidden garden in a 16th-century caravanserai in the heart of the souks. Serves refined Moroccan cuisine — tagines, bastilla, and salads — in an enchanting setting.

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Nomad

Contemporary MoroccanRooftopSouks

A stylish rooftop restaurant near the Bahia Palace serving creative Moroccan dishes with a modern twist. The views over the medina rooftops are spectacular — ideal for lunch or a casual dinner.

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Café des Épices

MoroccanCasualRooftop · Souks

A beloved three-level café-restaurant with terraces overlooking Rahba Kedima spice square. Famous for fresh juices, light bites, and perfectly spiced tagines. A perfect rest stop mid-souk exploration.

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Al Fassia Aguedal

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Run entirely by women, Al Fassia is widely regarded as one of the finest traditional Moroccan restaurants in the country. Exceptional pastilla, couscous, and lamb dishes in a beautiful garden setting.

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Jemaa el-Fna Night Market

Street FoodMedinaIconic · Budget

No visit to Marrakech is complete without eating at the vast open-air food market that sets up on Jemaa el-Fna every evening. Try snails, harira soup, merguez, and freshly squeezed orange juice from the stalls lining the square.

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Terrasse des Épices

Moroccan-MediterraneanRooftopSouks

A beautiful open-air rooftop restaurant with panoramic medina views, fairy lights, and a menu featuring the best of Moroccan and Mediterranean cooking. Excellent for a romantic evening meal.

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Dar Yacout

Traditional Riad DiningMedinaFine Dining

The quintessential Marrakech riad dining experience. A series of lavishly decorated rooms around a candlelit courtyard, serving a lavish multi-course Moroccan feast with live music. Book well ahead.

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Roti d'Or

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A charming Franco-Moroccan bistro in Gueliz serving hearty rotisserie chicken and comfort classics in a warm, unpretentious setting. A favourite with both expats and in-the-know visitors.

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La Famille

VegetarianOrganicMedina

A hidden garden restaurant just outside the Jardin Majorelle serving inventive vegetarian and vegan Moroccan dishes made from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. One of Marrakech's most beloved lunch spots.

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Narwama

Thai-Moroccan FusionMedinaLively

An unexpected but beloved fusion of Thai and Moroccan cuisine in a beautifully decorated medina setting. The cocktails and Asian-spiced dishes make it a popular choice for dinner and evening drinks.

Marrakech Hotel Map

Use our interactive hotel map to find the perfect riad, boutique hotel, or luxury resort for your trip. Compare prices, check availability, and book directly — all with your budget and preferred neighborhood in mind.

🏨 Prices update in real time · Includes riads, hotels & guesthouses · Book with confidence

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Stay in the Medina

Traditional riads offer the most authentic experience, steps from top attractions.

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Modern Hotels in Gueliz

Contemporary amenities, easy taxi access to the medina, great restaurant options nearby.

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Luxury in the Palmeraie

World-class resorts, golf, pools, and camel rides in the famous palm grove.

Transportation in Marrakech

Our map of Marrakech includes key transport hubs — airports, bus stations, and taxi ranks. Here's everything you need to know about getting to and around the city.

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Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)

Located just 5km southwest of the city center. Taxis take 15–20 minutes to the medina (80–100 MAD fixed fare). Bus line 19 connects the airport to Jemaa el-Fna for 30 MAD.

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Petit Taxi (Red Taxis)

Small red taxis are the fastest way to move around the city. Always insist on the meter (compteur). Typical short medina trips cost 20–40 MAD. Never share with strangers offered by the driver.

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City Bus (ALSA)

An affordable public bus network covering most of the city. Line 1 connects Jemaa el-Fna to Gueliz. Fares around 4–5 MAD. Useful for longer distances when taxis aren't available.

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Grand Taxi

Larger shared taxis (usually Mercedes) used for intercity travel and airport transfers. Found at the grand taxi stands near Jemaa el-Fna and Bab Doukkala. Negotiate the price before departure.

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Walking the Medina

The best way to explore the old city. Many streets are too narrow for cars. Wear comfortable shoes — medina alleyways are often cobblestone. Allow extra time; it's easy (and fun) to get lost.

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Calèche & Bike

Horse-drawn carriages (calèches) operate fixed routes from Jemaa el-Fna for a scenic city tour. Bikes and scooters can be rented in Gueliz for exploring the outskirts of the city.

🚆 Train Connections from Marrakech

Marrakech train station (Avenue Hassan II, Gueliz) connects to Casablanca (3 hrs), Rabat (4.5 hrs), and Fes (8 hrs) via ONCF. Book tickets at oncf.ma or at the station. The train is scenic, comfortable, and affordable — a great option for onward travel.

Marrakech Travel FAQ

Common questions from visitors using our tourist map of Marrakech — answered concisely so you can plan with confidence.

Our interactive map at the top of this page is completely free to use and includes all top attractions, restaurants, and key transport points. You can also download the Google Maps area for offline use before your trip — search "Marrakech" in Google Maps, tap the city name, and select "Download."
Start with the Medina and Jemaa el-Fna square — these contain the greatest concentration of sights. Spend a morning in the souks, an afternoon visiting Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, and an evening on the square. On day two, visit Jardin Majorelle (book ahead) and explore Gueliz for great restaurants and modern galleries.
Yes — our tourist map of Marrakech and Google Maps make independent exploration very manageable. The medina's alleyways can be confusing at first, but getting lost is part of the charm. Keep Jemaa el-Fna as your landmark (it's always signposted) and use our map to reorient. Hiring a licensed guide for half a day is also worthwhile to unlock hidden doors and context the self-guided experience can miss.
From Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), you have three main options: a petit taxi (negotiate 80–100 MAD, or use the fixed-price taxi desk inside arrivals), bus line 19 (30 MAD, stops at Jemaa el-Fna), or a pre-booked airport transfer via your hotel. The journey takes 15–25 minutes depending on traffic.
The ideal times are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when temperatures are pleasant (20–28°C). Summer (June–August) can be extremely hot (40°C+) but hotel prices drop significantly. Winter (December–February) is mild and perfect for sightseeing, though Atlas Mountain day trips may be cold.
Staying in a traditional riad inside the Medina offers the most authentic and atmospheric experience — you'll be steps away from top sights. For more convenience and modern amenities, the Gueliz district offers excellent hotels with easy access to the medina by taxi. Use our hotel map above to compare options by location and price.
Absolutely. Marrakech is an excellent base for: the High Atlas Mountains and Imlil village (1 hr), the Ourika Valley (45 min), Essaouira coastal city (2.5 hrs), the Ouzoud Waterfalls (3 hrs), and even a two-day trip to the Sahara Desert via Ouarzazate. Organized day tours depart daily from near Jemaa el-Fna.

Map of Marrakech — Tourist Travel Guide

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Last updated: June 2026 · All prices approximate and subject to change · Always verify opening hours before visiting.

Abdelghafour SADKI

I’m the founder of “Marrakech in Morocco” — a blog dedicated to sharing authentic and practical travel experiences from the heart of Marrakech. I’m 44 years old, born and raised in this magical city that continues to inspire me every day. With a Master’s degree in Marketing, I blend my academic knowledge with my passion for tourism and digital content creation. Over the years, I’ve developed strong personal connections with many hotels, riads, restaurants, and tourism professionals throughout Marrakech. These real-life relationships help me provide unique and trustworthy advice to travelers from around the world.

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