The famous 'Red City', Marrakech is known for its vibrant souks, magnificent mosques, towering minarets and pretty medinas - not to mention its circus-like squares filled with snake charmers, street food and story tellers.
Marrakech holidays boast spectacular shopping and gastronomic delights and the emerging spa scene means you can be pampered while enjoying a fabulous city bre
The bus network is slightly unpredictable. Petits taxis are abundant and ideal for short journeys; make sure you ask drivers to turn the meter on though! The main sights are easy to get around by foot, and caleches – horse-drawn carriages – are available. Bicycles are a great way to see the sights, and great fun!
Car hire in Marrakech is available but roads can be hectic. If you’re not a confident driver, you may wish to hire a driver, or use the taxis. Drive on the right.
In the heart of Marrakech you'll find the intricate 14th-century structure of Ben Youssef Medersa. It is home to some of the most beautiful art and architecture in Marrakech.
Stroll down the corridors and see stunning stuccowork, open-air balconies and colourful jade green marble tiles.
Nature lovers can spend time in the magnificent 12th century Menara Gardens or the oriental inspired Majorelle Gardens.
Surely one of the biggest tourist magnets and a must-visit is the city's vibrant souk. This colourful warren of shops and stalls is an intoxicating mix of spice sellers, stalls selling slippers, rugs, pashminas and beautiful handicrafts.
Make your way through the middle of the medina and pick up a bargain or two as you haggle over handicrafts sitting pretty on the stalls.
The Medina is the biggest draw for shoppers, and an intoxicating experience like no other.
Away from the bustle of the markets, many of the city's shops showcase creative designs and French-inspired clothing and accessories, thanks to the city's rather cool connection to Yves Saint Laurent - the cult designer owned an electric-blue villa and its verdant gardens, Jardin Majorelle, is open to the public.
At boutiques like Art/C, Akbar Delights, Lalla and Marrakshi Life, you can shop for some innovative designs, robes, handbags, shoes and exquisite embroidery.
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