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Did you know that Marrakech holds one of the first places of favourite tourist destinations of the British ?
When you know that the city is full of nuggets both culturally and culinary, it solidifies what we already knew; that the British have great taste. It’s a real treasure to discover this city for a few days with family, friends or for a solo trip. We take you to enjoy the souks, the lush palaces and gardens and other wonders for an unforgettable trip.
How and when to get to Marrakech?
Marrakech is a year-round destination to visit, but temperatures and climate can change seasonally. Spring is a good time to discover the city, the temperatures are pleasant and the heat bearable. It is also interesting to go to Morocco in winter in order to find a little bit of the Mediterranean sun. During July and August, temperatures quickly approach 35 degrees, even more in the afternoon, a perfect climate for those who enjoy the heat and want to return from their vacation with a tan. We advise you to take good suncream, a hat et and your best sunglasses and you are ready to visit Marrakech in summer.
The great advantage of Marrakech is also the ease of getting there. From the United Kingdom, you will find many flights to Marrakech for only three hours. Are you a Flightgift cardholder? Don't hesitate to consult our Flightgift booking system to find a flight from London to Marrakech. You can also fly from Dublin, Edinburgh, or Cardiff. The best thing is to book your flight about two months before the departure date in order to benefit from the best prices.
Welcome to Marrakech!
Head in the clouds or rather head in the Atlas Mountains? No doubt, you have arrived in the fourth-largest city in Morocco after Casablanca, Fez and Tangier. A city that unites everyone for its sweetness, between tradition and modernity, which we fell in love with, and we fall in love again with each trip.
Come on, we take you to discover our favourite places!
What to do, good plans and must-see places to visit in Marrakech?
Someone offered you a gift card for a plane ticket and your choice was to discover the red city of Morocco? Great decision! Let's head to the heart of the city for a few days.
Let's stroll through the Medina of Marrakech
A UNESCO heritage site since 1985, the famous Medina of Marrakech is a must-see place to visit during your stay in Morocco. This old Maghrebian city is home to many monuments such as the famous Koutoubia mosque and various museums. A place not to be missed where you will surely spend long hours strolling through the alleys.
A walk in the Majorelle garden
Imagined by Jacques Majorelle, an orientalist artist, in 1931, the Majorelle botanical garden is today one of the most visited places in Marrakech. Located on Yves Saint Laurent street, it dazzles every visitor with its intense blue colours and exotic vegetation from all over the world. A quiet and peaceful place to discover that is one of the most popular attractions in Marrakech, which we highly recommend you to visit.
A detour through the famous souks of Marrakech
In traditional Moroccan markets, you will find many handicrafts, but also spices, fabrics, carpets and traditional clothing. The perfect place to bring back your souvenirs from Morocco and please your loved ones. An idea for a travel gift to make someone happy? An assortment of spices or a Moroccan tea set accompanied by green tea and dried mint.
Onward for a quad bike ride, heading to the desert
If you're staying a few days in Morocco, we highly recommend going on a desert tour! An experience not to be missed! Leaving from Marrakech, various options are available to you to discover Merzouga, either by car or by bus. Once there, will you discover the desert on camelback or perhaps pitch a tent in the middle of the desert to witness the most spectacular sunset of your life? Either way, the experience will be fabulous.
Colourful cuisine, a love story between spices and Morocco
It is a must to taste at least once a traditional Moroccan dish. You will have plenty of choice in Marrakech, between couscous, tajines (best dish in the world according to the Experiencegift team ;) ) and oriental pastries, enough to delight your taste buds! You will find many restaurants in the heart of the medina, but also in the New Town.
Where to stay in Marrakech?
We can only advise you to stay in a Riad in the heart of the Medina for a complete experience! You can book your accommodation on our booking system if you have a Hotelgift card! Indeed, the Moroccan Riads allow you to live an unusual night, in the heart of these hotels, you will have the immense pleasure of benefiting from an interior courtyard, protecting you from the strong heat during the hot summer days. Decorated mostly with citrus trees and fountains, they will allow you to relax in peace after a long day of walking the streets of Marrakech. A peaceful and ideal place to read a good book in this warm and welcoming house.
Thanks to this complete guide to discovering Marrakech, you have all the essential information to organize a stay in this superb Moroccan city.
A short summary to organize the stay of your dreams:
- Choose the period that best suits your expectations.
- Book your plane ticket from the city of your choice on our Flightgift reservation system.
- Find the perfect place to stay: heartthrob for Moroccan Riads
- Plan the places and activities you want to do
- Pack your suitcase, not forgetting your camera to immortalize all the new memories you're going to make.
Enjoy your trip!
