In the surrounding areas of Marrakech and the centre of the country, the nature is absolutely spectacular. Sportsmen and adventurers have the opportunity to really enjoy roaming these beautiful landscapes by foot!

Walks in the centre of Morocco

If there is a place that sums up the incredible diversity and richness of the beautiful country of Morocco, it is certainly the countless markets called souks.  You will dive into the unforgettable atmosphere and you will find everything imaginable and more.

Morocco's incredible souks

Today, Morocco has a worldwide reputation for its numerous cultural and principally musical festivals. It's a great occasion to discover the artistic riches of the country during a trip to Morocco.

Music festivals in Morocco

Morocco is world famous for its imperial cities. Every day, tourists from the four corners of the earth tour round the incredible palaces and gardens in these unique places. A breath taking visit in the heart of Morocco's history.

Morocco's superb imperial cities

It's without doubt the most touristy town in Morocco, thanks to its amazing souk and the immense Jema El Fna Square.

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Salaam alaikoum! When we think of Morocco, it is the buzzing and colourful souks, filled with the scent of exotic spices that spring to mind. We conjure up images of magnificent palaces, lush gardens and white, sandy beaches that stretch far into the horizon. But there is more to Morocco; a depth that goes beyond its beauty and colour. There is its soul, a heart that beats not only in the bazaars but also across its lands, all there for you to discover as you immerse yourself in the daily lives of its people. By meeting these people and by enjoying their hospitality during your stay, you will see Morocco and its inhabitants unveil the hidden treasures that lie at the core of their culture. From its four royal cities to the misty ramparts of Essaouira, from hiking and trekking across the countryside (be it in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains or on a camel’s back in the Sahara), wonders await you, no matter what your choice of holiday may be.

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Marrakesh

A charming coastal town open to the Atlantic.

Essaouira

A pretty traditional town, situated in the south of Morocco, not far from Agadir.

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More than 300 days sunshine a year make Agadir a well known seaside town. On the Atlantic coast, its long sandy beaches are loved by Europeans.

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Obviously you have to go and see the beach when you are in Agadir, but my best memory of the place was visiting the port! In fact I was lucky enough to go there with a local who took me to some less touristy places. I ate the best crayfish that I have ever tasted there. I also have great memories of my visit to the new medina. In Arabic the word "medina" means "town" but when you are in Morocco you understand that medina is also the name for the centre of town, often very touristy, and also for the area where you find the souks and markets, which are unmissable places to see <a href="/morocco/">during a visit to Morocco.</a>

More than 300 days sunshine a year make Agadir a well known seaside town. On the Atlantic coast, its long sandy beaches are loved by Europeans.

Agadir is a city that has grown up around mass consumption and tourism. Personally, I find the concrete bars that have been constructed facing out to the ocean here to be ugly and a blot on the scenery. And in the city's seafront restaurants, you're more likely to find hamburgers and pizzas being eaten than tajine and pastillas. I remember having some difficulty finding a mint tea in the city centre. Coca-Cola, by contrast, was offered to me everywhere I went! As you've no doubt gathered, I am not particularly taken with Agadir: I find it to be artificial and overrated by comparison with the rest of Morocco. Modern Agadir serves as a place to include on the itinerary for <a href="/morocco/">your trip to Morocco</a> if you want to spend some time bathing and enjoying the beach, with all the modern comforts at your disposal.

Agadir is southern Morocco's main seaside tourist resort.

An important port town on the Moroccan coast, Agadir offers an impressive variety of activities, with its magnificent, perennially sun-soaked beaches, animated town centre and a kasbah that's perfect for a bit of retail therapy. No surprise, then, that the city is on of the most popular tourist destinations in the Middle East, with numerous flights heading to Agadir. Add to that the fact that the city was completely destroyed and rebuilt following an earthquake, you can understand why the place can be <a href="/morocco/">a nightmare for independent travellers to Morocco</a>. All the more so, given that tea rooms have given place here to pubs and pizzerias... Several reasons, then why I wasn't particularly captivated by Agadir, despite the good European restaurants and incredible beaches you can find there.

A Moroccan coastal town, Agadir is at once a port, a large urban hub and a seaside resort loved by tourists.

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