Making the most of a Marrakech weekend
With so many things to do, interesting sights to see, and (as always) delicious food to try in Marrakech, it’s hard to know where to start! To help you out, we’ve put together a handy guide, but we know it's likely you'll be needing a good stretch when you land. With this in mind, we've outlined a more gentle itinerary for the first day of your trip, followed by two other days of authentic Moroccan adventures.
Day 1: Visit the Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech
Flights and airports can be tiresome at the best of times, so consider starting your trip to Marrakech by recharging your batteries. Nothing rejuvenates like nature, and Marrakech offers some of the most stunning examples of cultivated greenery in the world. The Jardin Majorelle, for example, offers beautiful plant life, vibrant blue buildings, and a small museum featuring Berber artefacts.
When it's time to refuel, pigeon pastilla is a great pie-like fix as a sweet, spicy, and savoury dish. Vegetarians can indulge with vegetable tagine, as a warm pot dish accompanied by bread (all the better to scoop the sauce up with!).
Day 2: Explore Marrakech’s local cuisine
Day two provides you with the window of opportunity to explore, so warm up those leg muscles and head out for your first traditional Moroccan breakfast. Msemen is great if you have a sweet tooth - kind of like a crepe, this sweet bread comes with sides like soft cheese, butter, and honey. B'ssara takes the top spot as the more filling of the Moroccan breakfasts, as a hearty bean soup. With chillies, bread, and olive oil, B'ssara should give you the energy you need to set out into the city.
And towards the Bahia Palace. A site of exceptional and intricate marble tiling, this Palace is a perfect photo opportunity, especially on a clear blue day. From a traditional style, you can try something more modern in the stylish Gueliz neighbourhood, filled with art galleries, shops, and famous eateries to explore to your heart's content.
To finish the night, we'd recommend dinner at one of Marrakech's many rooftop bars and lounges. Featuring music and dance performances, a night here under the stars is something you won't forget.
Day 3: Witness Marrakech’s history in the Saadian Tombs
On the third day, you can settle your adventure by turning back the clock for another look at Morocco's long history. The Saadian Tombs are a popular site, dedicated to the Saadian dynasty who ruled around the 16th and 17th centuries. After this sombre necropolis, you might like to pay a visit to a traditional hammam. These bathhouses include steam rooms, saunas, baths, showers, and exfoliating courses to relax your body and mind.
Before heading to the airport, you could also investigate one of the thriving local markets. Areas like Djemaa el-Fna and Souk Zrabi offer a wide range of local goods and foods. Whether trying to stuff yourself for the flight or track down the perfect memento of your time spent, these markets are perfect ways to round out your trip.
In order to discover the beautiful landscapes of the surroundings, you can always rent a car in Marrakesh and travel the open road.
Frequently asked questions about flights to Marrakech
How can I request assistance for children travelling alone?
Children travelling alone will depend on the policies of individual airlines rather than us at Opodo. Be sure to check an airline's policies on their website carefully before booking to ensure they offer child travelling support. Those that do can then be contacted directly via one of their official help channels to organise what's needed to help a child arrive safely, on time, and stress-free.
How can I travel with an assistance dog?
Travelling with assistance animals can vary heavily depending on the booking airline and their policies. Check the airline's websites before booking a ticket to check their policies on assistance dogs. If your flight does offer this option, you can then contact the airline directly via one of their help services to set up travel with your assistance dog.
How do I find cheap flights to the destination city that have flexible change policies at Opodo?
After searching for a flight with Opodo, you're given a list of different options to choose from. Selecting any of these takes you to a new page which lists the different flexible tickets, their prices, and what they offer. This method streamlines cheap flights and hotels to Morocco and Marrakech in one easy package
How can I book cheap hotels on Opodo in my destination city?
Our booking system offers a feature that lets you search for your perfect Marrakech deal for hotels alongside flights. Once you enter your times and destination on our search page, you're given a tab to sort by cheapest options. This can also be used to narrow down the hotels you book into a price range you're happy with.
What baggage do I need to check on my flight?
Anything large and/or heavy over a certain threshold needs to be checked. The exact limits vary depending on the airline and its policies. These are displayed when buying a ticket, but can also be checked by visiting an airline's official webpage.
How can I check in with Opodo?
The simple way to check in with a flight you booked from Opodo is the typical method used through any booking service - print your ticket and take it to the associated airline check-in desk at the airport. Some airlines like British Airways and Emirates also allow customers to check in online as the flight time to Marrakech approaches. Check your airline website to see if this option applies to you.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from my departure city to my arrival city?
This will depend on the airline you've booked with. Different airlines will have different cancellation policies, and these policies will often differ based on how expensive the ticket was. Cheaper tickets will tend to have more expensive cancellation fees, while more expensive tickets might not have cancellation fees, and might even return some of your cost in the form of airline credit.
How do I know if my flight is eligible for compensation?
Flights booked from Opodo will be eligible for compensation if two criteria are met:
- The flight arrives at least three hours late its final destination.
- The reason for the flight being late was the responsibility of the airline. This means weather can't be a factor.
Airport code
RAK
The IATA code for the arrival airport on flights to Marrakech is RAK
Most popular airline
Ryanair
Most popular airline with flights to Marrakech
High season
October
According to search data from our customers, October is the busiest time to fly to Marrakech
Low season
January
According to search data from our customers, January is the least busy time to fly to Marrakech
