Marrakech Travel Guides

Mar 5, 2026

Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakech’s main square since the 11th century, spans 9 hectares and fills with over 1,000 vendors daily. Average riad accommodations cost around 700 MAD (70 USD) per night, while daytime temperatures reach 33°C in July, making early morning visits ideal.

Mar 5, 2026

The Medina of Marrakech dates back to the 11th century and lies less than 2 km from Jemaa el-Fnaa square, with riad accommodations averaging 900 MAD per night. Gueliz, the modern district, is 3 km west, where hotels typically start at 600 MAD nightly, offering contemporary amenities.

Mar 5, 2026

Marrakech’s Medina is best navigated on foot, with taxis charging around 20 MAD (€1.80) for short trips within the city center. The city’s main airport, Menara Airport, lies 6 km west of the Medina, and bus line 19 connects them for 30 MAD (€2.70).

Mar 5, 2026

Jemaa el-Fnaa square, a UNESCO site since 1985, hosts daily markets where meals cost as little as 20 MAD (€1.80). Staying in the Medina can save up to 50% compared to Gueliz, with riads averaging 250 MAD (€23) per night. Temperatures average 30°C in summer, impacting travel costs.

Mar 5, 2026

Marrakech’s average high temperature peaks at 38°C in July, while December lows drop to 6°C. Hotel prices range from 300 MAD per night in January to 600 MAD in peak summer months. The city’s historic Medina, spanning 2.6 square kilometers, is best visited between March and May for moderate weather.