How much money do I need to travel to Morocco?

Overall, the cost of traveling to Morocco can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person, depending on your travel style and preferences. Whether you're a family, couple, or single traveler, expect to spend anywhere from $500 to $5000 for a trip to this captivating country.



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So, a trip to Morocco for two people for one week costs on average MAD9,401 ($923). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget. A vacation to Morocco for one week usually costs around MAD4,700 for one person.

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Morocco is an ideal backpacker's destination. Not only is it a great destination for hiking, culture, and history lovers, it's also very cheap to travel and live here.

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Also, the average hotel price in Marrakech for a couple is MAD930 ($91). So, a trip to Marrakech for two people for one week costs on average MAD9,625 ($945). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

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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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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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The best currency to take to Morocco from the UK is the British pound, unless you have some left over Euro.

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While meal prices in Morocco can vary, the average cost of food in Morocco is MAD167 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Morocco should cost around MAD67 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.

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It's best not to completely rely on being able to use your credit card when shopping in Morocco. Some large, tourist-friendly shops, especially the carpet emporiums, will have the necessary equipment, but when paying for smaller purchases, cash will be the only form of payment accepted.

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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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The best time to book flights to Morocco is typically during the off-season months of July, August, and November. These months are considered off-season because there is less demand for flights and, therefore, flight prices tend to be cheaper.

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That said, upon entering the Moroccan territory, tourists have to declare any sum in excess of an equivalent of 100,000 MAD in order to be able to re-export it in part or in full upon exiting the country. Importing dirhams is tolerated within the limit of an amount of MAD 2,000.

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We spent 12 full days in the country, averaging a total Morocco travel budget of $72.34/day for two people, or $36.17 per person, per day.

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While tipping isn't mandatory in Morocco, rounding up the bill and leaving tips at restaurants and cafes is standard practice. If you're happy with the service provided by waiters, drivers and other service workers, leaving a small tip is a good way to show your appreciation.

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Other than these high-end places, Morocco is a largely cash-based society and it's advisable to carry cash with you most of the time for purchases. If you do decide to use your debit or credit card in Morocco, make sure your bank knows that you're planning a trip. If not, they may block your cards.

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Morocco is primarily a cash-based country, so while you can use a credit/debit card in certain places, you will need cash for many transactions. Closed Currency - The Moroccan Dirham (MAD or DH) is a closed currency, which means that you can only obtain it while physically inside the country.

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Exchanging Money -- Morocco is still very much a cash society. Throughout the country, it's very difficult to cash traveler's checks or use credit cards. Euros are by far the easiest foreign currency to exchange, and are often accepted as payment if you don't have any dirham on hand.

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When Moroccan women (I've seen men do this, too) greet each other, the greeting typically involves a 3-part kiss. The Moroccan woman will brush her cheek against that of the other woman's and will make a kissing sound. They don't typically kiss directly on the cheek. The same is repeated to the other cheek.

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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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