Erika is a Marrakech-based travel photographer and journalist whose stories about Morocco have been featured in National Geographic, Fodor's Travel, and Travel + Leisure. This guide is her love letter to the city that she intended to stay in for three months. She's still there, three years later.
Sightseeing
Mederssa Ben Youssef
Historical monument and former Islamic school
Hotel
La Maison Arabe
Tranquil Luxury in Marrakech
Hotel
Amanjena
Luxury resort in a palm oasis
Tours
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Best guided tours in Morocco
Tours
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The #1 food tours in Morocco
Sightseeing
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Magical lanterns and metalwork
Hotel
La Mamounia
Marrakech (and the world's) best luxury hotel
Hotel
Jnane Tamsna
Charming boutique hotel in the Palmeraie
Activity
Agafay Desert
Enchanting stone desert outside the city
Café
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Cafe with great spice market views
Park
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The largest cactus farm in Africa
Hotel
Riad Elegancia
Prettiest oasis in the medina
Café
Sweet & Sook
Artisanal ice cream with a Moroccan twist
Restaurant
Dardar Rooftop
Beautiful rooftop restaurant and bar
Restaurant
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Modern rooftop restaurant in the spice market
Restaurant
Grand Café de la Poste
Historic cafe in the new town
Culture
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Area known for its authentic street food
Culture
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Inspiring exhibit and stunning rooftop terrace
Museum
Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Museum dedicated to the work of fashion designer YSL
Café
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Best rooftop for photographing Marrakech
Sightseeing
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Historic Jewish Quarter
Restaurant
Le Bistro Arabe
Jazz bar and restaurant
Culture
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Marrakech's historic main square
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Moroccan rug sellers with 70 years of experience