Medina Travel Guide
Marrakech
Popular places to visit
Jemaa el-Fnaa
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Jemaa el-Fnaa, a popular shopping spot in Marrakech. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Koutoubia Mosque
After visiting Koutoubia Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marrakech. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Bahia Palace
You can find out about the history of Marrakech with a visit to Bahia Palace. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Le Jardin Secret
Explore the great outdoors at Le Jardin Secret, a lovely green space in Marrakech. Make time for the shops and local tours in this relaxing area.
Souk of the Medina
During your visit to Marrakech, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souk of the Medina. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Marrakech Museum
You can study the exhibits at Marrakech Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Marrakech. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Medina
Palais Moulay Said & SPA
The staff were very friendly. Absolutely beautiful hotel but slightly damp bathrooms (we had two separate rooms with a bathroom each - both damp). Fabulous breakfast. Very local position - we could walk everywhere in Marrakech. Great hotel
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
La Mamounia
Honestly, this was "Average" (3-Star), but it got upgraded a star because of 1-2 service/concierge agents. They did really go above and beyond to help transport luggage left behind from Marrakech to Casablanca, and one who served as a translator when my wife was sick and had the doctor visit us in ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Riad Andalla Spa
Close to the souk/market, safe streets. Staff were lovely, obliging and assisted with different types of transportation during our stay. Good, filling breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Riad Marraplace
The best things about this Riad is the location and the staff. It is easily accessible from the street within about 2 bocks, and also few steps to the Place Jema El fna, which makes it very easy to go out for a while, go shopping, go eat, return to rest a bit or leave my things, then go out again. ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Riad Jona
This is such a beautiful hotel in such a great location. The staff is incredible! They are so helpful so nice so accommodating. This hotel is in a great location which is a 5-minute walk from the most popular tour meeting location. It's also an 8 minute walk from the big square. We loved walking ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Riad Yakimour
Great Riad, friendly and helpful personal, nice room which was cleaned daily and tasty breakfast!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Medina
Mouassine
If you're spending some time in Mouassine, Dar el Bacha Palace and Le Jardin Secret are top sights worth seeing.
Sidi Bou Amar
Though Sidi Bou Amar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemaa el-Fnaa and Dar el Bacha Palace.
Rahba Kedima
If you're spending some time in Rahba Kedima, Jemaa el-Fnaa and Souk Semmarine are top sights worth seeing.
Assouel
Assouel might not have many top sights, but Jemaa el-Fnaa and Ben Youssef Madrasa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bab Doukkala
Bab Doukkala might not have many top sights, but Jemaa el-Fnaa and Place Bab Doukkala are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Arset El Bilk
While visiting Arset El Bilk, you might make a stop by sights like Bab El Djedid and Artisanal Craft Center Marrakech.
