What to be wary of in Marrakech?

What Not to Do in Marrakech: 14 Important Travel Tips!
  • Don't Stay Outside of the Medina. ...
  • Don't Book a Hotel (Book a Riad Instead!) ...
  • Don't Drink Tap Water in Marrakech. ...
  • Don't Forget to Wander the Medina. ...
  • Don't Accept Unsolicited Help or Directions. ...
  • Don't Be Afraid to Speak Up. ...
  • Don't Engage in Animal Tourism.




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  • Don't Drink Tap Water in Marrakech. It's probably best to drink filtered or bottled water when visiting Marrakech and traveling in Morocco. ...
  • Don't Accept Unsolicited Help or Directions. ...
  • Don't Forget to Learn About Local Customs. ...
  • Don't Take Photos Without Permission. ...
  • Don't Barter for Unfair Prices.


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Is Marrakech safe at night? As long as you're near the city center and you don't venture far on the outskirts of Marrakech, your risk of being harassed, mugged or assaulted is very low. The city becomes much more alive at night and it's when street musicians and performers come to Jemaa el Fena.

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The truth is Marrakech rarely has violent crimes and when it does happen, these cases almost never target tourists. You can walk around the city with good peace of mind knowing that the chances of getting attacked or mugged are very small.

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Whatever you wear in Marrakech, never excessively reveal the body outside of the riad or hotel where you are staying. Cover décolletage, shoulders and thighs. It's not necessary for non-Muslim women to wear a hijab (a type of scarf covering the hair).

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Safety in public places Petty crime and pickpocketing is a common problem in Morocco, especially around souqs and medinas. Keep your valuables safe by carrying small amounts of cash, not wearing expensive jewellery, and keeping money or valuables out of sight and easy-to-reach pockets.

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You might think that wearing shorts in Marrakech is ok. Well, they are as long as they aren't booty shorts/ hot pants/ short shorts or anything that shows too much leg (short skirts are also a no-go)

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Dress for the heat and avoid anything too 'out there' that may attract attention. In the evening, linen trousers or chinos with closed shoes work well, as well as a jacket or blazer for the cooler weather. Make sure to pack a few jumpers if you're visiting Marrakech in the cooler seasons.

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Marrakesh is generally safe for solo female travellers.

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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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The pavements in Marrakech are questionable, there are lots of loose stones, and holes, things trip over, and so on, so take shoes that are robust enough to provide some support. I also suggest opting for closed toes shoes instead of flip flops around the city, purely to keep your feet clean.

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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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Comfortable shoes – there is plenty of walking to be done in Marrakech, so I highly recommend a few pairs of comfy shoes. I lived in my Birkenstocks as they're comfy but also keep your feet cool. The streets in Marrakech are not the smoothest to walk along, so keep this in mind when packing.

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Can unmarried couples sleep together in Morocco? While it is not permitted for an unmarried Moroccan couple to share a room, as non-Moroccans you won't encounter any problems (unless the establishment itself chooses not to allow it). However, public shows of affection should be kept to a minimum.

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We recommend that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival in Morocco, and you should carry your passport or travel document with you at all times. If you are going on a combined trip, make sure you meet the visa requirements for the other countries on your tour.

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