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Is there a dress code for tourists in Morocco?

The answer is that there is no official dress code in Morocco, and you can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you are planning to visit cities like Marrakech or Casablanca, you will see locals and tourists dressed in a variety of styles.



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While female travellers aren't expected to dress as conservatively as local women, it's still a good idea to pack clothing options that will allow you to cover up. In the main cities, you can get away with wearing pants or a skirt that reaches below the knee, and a short-sleeved t-shirt.

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Opt for loose-fitting and breathable clothing made from lightweight fabrics like cotton or linen. Maxi dresses, flowy pants, and long skirts are great options for women, while men can choose lightweight trousers and shirts.

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BOTTOMS. Cultural Guidelines: Moroccan men don't usually wear shorts. However, as tourists, it will be fine for you to wear shorts. If you want to fit in a little better, then you could consider packing long pants.

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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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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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In rural areas of the country, it's advisable to dress more conservatively. This doesn't mean you have to be covered head to toe or wearing traditionally Moroccan clothing. But, you should avoid wearing anything that shows off a lot of skin. Stick to longer pants or dresses and shirts that are t-shirt length.

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Jeans and pants You can wear skinny jeans, just make sure you have a long top to cover up your bottoms if you know you will be visiting villages and popular areas.

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Moulay Bousselham is a beautiful coastal town located in northern Morocco, known for its stunning beach and lagoon. The beach at Moulay Bousselham is long and wide, with soft sand and clear blue waters that are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing.

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

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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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Yes, tourists can wear jeans in Morocco. While flowy pants and dresses tend to be more comfortable due to the heat, don't be afraid to throw in your favorite pair of jeans if desired. I would still recommend wearing a long, flowy top with them.

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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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The basic “rules” are to cover your shoulders, knees, and chest. Most days I had my elbows covered, too, and made sure that my tops were long enough to cover my bum. Showing elbows is fine! Mostly Amazigh (Berber) men wear these head wraps in the desert, but tourist women sometimes opt to for fun, as well.

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In more conservative areas, such as rural villages or religious sites, it's important to cover up even more. Women should consider wearing a headscarf and covering their arms and legs. Men should avoid wearing shorts and tank tops. It's also important to consider the weather when choosing what to wear in Morocco.

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Morocco has a relatively low crime rate, but Peters recommends that you keep alert and watch your valuables at all times. Other tips include: Avoid poorly lit areas and don't travel alone at night. Watch your belongings and don't flash valuables.

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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 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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