Do girls need to cover up in Morocco?

Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.



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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.

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Yes, there is no problem with wearing shorts in Morocco. You will see this just about everywhere. However, in rural Morocco, you might want to stick with longer shorts, capri length or full length pants.

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So, what can a woman wear in Marrakech? For a visitor to the country, you're ok wearing what you like, there is no strict rule. However, just dress reasonably conservatively and you'll have no problem. You'll find plenty of Marrakech clothing stalls in the souks to pick up anything you need on the go.

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The laws says that all couples (Moroccan couple, Tourist couple or Mixed) are not permitted to share an hotel room without being married not only Moroccan with tourist. Some hotels turn a blind eye for tourists couples, even some Riads for all but to be honest not Respectable Riads as you said.

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In conclusion, Morocco has no official dress code, but it is advisable to dress modestly in respect of local customs and traditions, especially in more rural areas. Visitors to Morocco should keep in mind that the less clothing they wear, the more attention they may attract, particularly for women.

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Should A Woman Visit Morocco Solo? After my recent trip, I can say without any hesitation: Yes! Nevertheless, as on my recent trip, I visited Morocco's imperial cities, I don't know how it is once you get to the hinterland, though. But walking the streets of larger cities is definitely no problem.

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What not to wear in Marrakech
  • Anything super tight that shows off your figure – think short cycling shorts, hot pants, gym wear, clingy material.
  • Anything revealing – low cut tops or dresses that expose cleavage, thigh high splits in skirts, backless clothing, or short dresses or shorts.


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If you are a foreign couple visiting and you kiss no one is likely going to say anything to you – kissing in Morocco is not illegal. However if one partner is Moroccan you may face additional scrutiny. While you might not get in trouble, it is highly frowned on to kiss or fondle each other in public.

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Contraceptives and tampons Poor quality and rather unreliable condoms (préservatifs) can be bought in most pharmacies, and so can the pill (officially by prescription, but this isn't essential). Tampons can be bought at general stores, not pharmacies, in most Moroccan cities.

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If you are a foreign couple visiting and you kiss no one is likely going to say anything to you – kissing in Morocco is not illegal. However if one partner is Moroccan you may face additional scrutiny. While you might not get in trouble, it is highly frowned on to kiss or fondle each other in public.

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Moroccan society has rules regarding passionate kissing in public and lying on top of each other in a public garden as an act of aggression against Moroccan society - kissing in public can be considered a no-go for unmarried couples.

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Moroccan etiquette and customs Nonetheless, you should try not to affront people's religious beliefs, especially those of older, more conservative people. Avoid, for example, wearing revealing clothes, kissing and cuddling in public, or eating or smoking in the street during Ramadan.

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Hygiene. In Morocco it is very common to find squat toilets, which are flushed with a bucket of water. Moroccan toilets almost always do not contain toilet paper and it is a necessity to carry toilet paper and/or hygiene wipes if you will be away from the hotel for an extended period of time.

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Some goods cannot be imported into Morocco.
  • Weapons, including spare parts and ammunition;
  • Narcotics, drugs and any other psychotropic products;
  • Writings, printed matter, cassettes and recorded videocassettes and any other material contrary to morality and public order;


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Particularly against tourists, petty crime is prevalent in this area. Valuables should not be carried & jewelry that sparkle should be avoided. Leave your hotel with only the essentials, because pickpockets and muggings do happen. Leave your passport at the hotel and don't take it with you!

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Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas. You can also buy alcohol in most major supermarkets. The alcohol section is usually in a separate room from the main supermarket.

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Yes, there are many nightclubs in Marrakech that are popular among both locals and tourists. These clubs usually have live music or DJs playing a mix of international and Moroccan music.

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Do you have to cover up in Morocco? No, you really don't have to do anything in Morocco when it comes to clothing. Yes, it is considered more respectable to cover up a bit more however there are no rules.

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As long as the couple is an adult, they can stay in a hotel together, unless the hotel owner does not want them to share the room. Normally, unmarried foreign couples have no issue without showing proof of marriage. The law prohibits sexual relations outside marriage (Article 490), but this law is rarely enforced.

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