7 Excursions In Marrakech That You Should Take

Marrakech is always an exciting destination in Morocco. A city in which there are plenty of reasons to impress and leave us in awe. However, since you travel there, why not take the opportunity to explore the surroundings? Don’t you know where? Don’t worry, we give you several ideas for your excursions in Marrakech and its surroundings.

1. A guided itinerary through Marrakech

A good idea to start your stay in Marrakech is to take a guided tour of this city. The truth is that the medina can be a labyrinth for all those who appear there for the first time.

An initial contact with a local guide, to be able to be official, is a great option to get closer to the magic of Marrakech. Thus, we will  discover not only the emblematic Jemaa el Fna square, with its unique flavor declared Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

We will also have the opportunity to enjoy the Koutoubia mosque, the El Badi or Bahia palaces, and the Sadi Tombs near the Kasba. Or even outside the pink walls, we can visit the incredible Menara garden or the Majorelle gardens, which were owned by Yves Saint Laurent.

2. Excursion to Essaouira

We propose an excursion that will take you from the dry environment of Marrakech, between the desert and the Atlas Mountains, to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. There, one of the most surprising and vital cities of Morocco awaits you . We mean Essaouira.

Its old city or medina, facing the sea, has a special charm, as well as its cafes and shops. Essaouira is known as the city of the wind, so do not be surprised to see many surfboards there. If that water sport is your passion, you already know your next destination on the Moroccan coast.

3. Merzouga, one of the essential excursions in Marrakech

And from the sea to the Sahara desert. There are several areas accessible by excursions from Marrakech. But our recommendation is to opt for one that takes you to Merzouga. We are not talking about a one-day excursion, but several, which must include a night on the sands of the Sahara.

4. Balloon ride over the Atlas Mountains

One of the excursions in Marrakech that will leave you speechless is the one that will take you to the lowest area of ​​the Atlas. For this it is necessary to get up early. This is how the best time to see these mountains is used, where we are amazed to see that there are perpetual snows. One step away from the Sahara!

In short, an excursion that goes up to the heights, but that is also combined with the experience of having breakfast with the Berbers and with a camel ride.

5. Excursion to the Ouzoud waterfalls

If you thought that Morocco is a dry country, taking this excursion from Marrakech you will completely change your mind. The Ouzoud waterfalls are just over 150 kilometers from the big city.

To get there you will go through really arid places, but suddenly you see a big green spot. And above all, you will discover a waterfall of more than 100 meters. Awesome for photos. Take a boat ride at its base, you will love it.

6. Excursion to Ouarzazate

Of the excursions in Marrakech, possibly the most demanded is the one that takes you to Ouarzazate. The desert landscape that surrounds this monumental city is most suggestive and inspiring. That is why it is not surprising that very close there is a film studio where scenes from Gladiator or Star Wars have been shot .

But in addition, this excursion is complemented by a visit to two jewels of Moroccan historical heritage, the kasbahs of Taourirt and Ait Ben Haddou. They are spaces that have echoes of legend and heroic characters who crossed deserts overcoming any impediment.

7. Tour of the Marrakech souk and gastronomy workshop

At the beginning we told you that Marrakech is a bit labyrinthine. Well, that feeling is multiplied when we enter the souks. For this reason, there are guided tours that will take us through all that network of streets where leather, brass, spices, carpets, slippers abound …

A madness that is done much more at ease with the hand of a guide and without the feeling that one is completely lost.

In addition, this tour of Marrakech can conclude with a cooking workshop in which we learn how to make the typical Berber tagine. A delicacy so that later we dare to make this dish at home, surprising friends and family.