Places to Visit in Morocco

Morocco is well known for its bustling, vibrant souks and vast desert dunes, but there are many other hidden gems to experience and exciting places to visit in Morocco. If it’s your first time in the country, the combination of city, mountains, and desert give you a great overview of this diverse and memorable country.

Starting in Marrakech, this historic Imperial city brimming with modern European influence is a feast for the senses. The Atlas Mountains, with red clay mounds and green valley’s where Berber villages cling cliffside is the perfect place to embark on some hiking. Head over the mountains and visit the magnificent and UNESCO listed fortress of Ait Ben Haddou, and the working oasis of Skoura. This is your gateway to the magical Sahara Desert. Make your way north to the ancient city of Fes, an explosion of craft and colors. Finally, the blue city of Chefchaouen beckons, with its charming alleys and blue-hued doors, nestled in the Rif mountains. If you have time, you can end your trip relaxing seaside, in one of the seaside towns in Morocco.