Marrakech Travel Guides
Practical Marrakech guides from Riad Luciano on riads, Medina neighbourhoods, hammam rituals, rooms, events and stay planning.
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- Events & Seasons — 10
Latest Marrakech guides
- UIA Congress Marrakech 2026: where to stay and how to plan
A practical guide for delegates attending the 70th UIA Congress in Marrakech, with verified dates, venue details and useful stay-planning questions.
- A self-guided walking tour of Marrakech from Dar El Bacha
A calm, flexible Medina walk linking Dar El Bacha, Ben Youssef, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna—with practical advice on pace, orientation and respectful visiting.
- Marrakech Photography Encounters 2026: dates and practical planning
The sixth Marrakech Photography Encounters take place from 7 to 10 October 2026. Plan four days around the confirmed programme, leave room for changing venues, and choose accommodation that lets you balance exhibitions with time in the Medina.
- Africa Wellness Congress 2026 in Marrakech: dates and stay planning
A practical guide for delegates attending Africa Wellness Congress in Marrakech on 12–13 October 2026: confirmed dates, venue, Medina stay planning and what to verify before travelling.
- Marrakech Air Show 2026: dates, venue and stay planning
A practical guide for visitors attending Marrakech Air Show from 7 to 10 October 2026, including the confirmed venue, what to verify before travel and why an advance stay plan matters.
- Marrakech Folklore Days 2026: dates and practical planning
A practical guide to Marrakech Folklore Days, taking place from 22 to 25 October 2026: what is confirmed, what to check before travel and how to plan a Medina stay.
- Marrakech International Film Festival 2026: dates and planning guide
The 23rd Marrakech International Film Festival runs from 20 to 28 November 2026. Plan a cinema-focused city break by confirming the programme, allowing time between screenings and choosing a practical base for the Medina and festival venues.
- Marrakech Short Film Festival 2026: dates, venues and planning tips
Planning a Marrakech break around the Short Film Festival? Here are the confirmed dates, announced venues and a practical Medina-based approach.
- Atlas Mountains day trip from Marrakech: how to prepare
A practical guide to choosing the right kind of Atlas day trip from Marrakech, dressing for changing conditions and asking the useful questions before you book.
- Riad with a restaurant in Marrakech: what to check before booking
A practical guide to choosing a Marrakech riad where dining fits your arrival time, daily plans and dietary needs—without assuming every riad serves every meal.
- Marrakech Medina at night: a practical evening from Dar El Bacha
Plan an unhurried evening in Marrakech’s Medina: how to combine the souks, dinner, Jemaa el-Fna and a comfortable return to Dar El Bacha.
- Moroccan breakfast in a Marrakech riad: what to expect
A practical guide to the flavours, timing and advance questions that make breakfast in a Marrakech riad easier to plan.
- Agafay Desert day trip from Marrakech: how to choose and prepare
A practical guide to choosing an Agafay excursion from the Medina: understand the rocky landscape, compare day-trip formats and know what to confirm before booking.
- Marrakech airport to the Medina: taxi, bus and arrival tips
A practical arrival guide from Marrakech-Menara Airport to the Medina, with the official taxi process, airport bus details and tips for reaching Dar El Bacha smoothly.
- Marrakech in September: weather, packing and a better daily rhythm
September brings shorter days and cooler evenings, but Marrakech can still be hot at midday. Plan outdoor visits early and late, pack for sun and a light layer, and use the middle of the day to slow down.
- Massage in Marrakech: types, timing and how to prepare
A practical guide to choosing a massage in Marrakech, deciding whether to pair it with a hammam, and arriving prepared for a more comfortable experience.
- Marrakech in August: how to plan around the heat
A practical August guide to Marrakech: when to explore, how to pace a medina day and what to pack for intense summer heat.
- Dar El Bacha in Marrakech: a practical neighbourhood guide
Why Dar El Bacha is a useful Medina base, how to approach its lanes and how to plan a balanced day from the neighbourhood.
- Hammam and spa in Marrakech: what to expect
Understand the stages of a Moroccan hammam, how it differs from a massage and what to prepare before your appointment.
- Hotel spa in Marrakech: how to choose one that suits your stay
A useful hotel spa in Marrakech is not defined by a long treatment menu. Check where it is, what access is included, how much time the ritual takes and whether it fits your plans in the medina.
- Marrakech events in autumn 2026: dates to plan around
Verified dates for photography, folklore, an international congress and the Marrakech film festival, plus practical stay-planning advice.
- Moroccan rooms and suites: what to look for in Marrakech
A practical look at room size, traditional design, capacity, light, stairs and the difference between a room and a suite.
- Riad or hotel in Marrakech: how to choose
A clear comparison of atmosphere, size, service, access and facilities for choosing the right Marrakech stay.
- Where to stay in Marrakech: Medina, riad or modern district?
A practical guide to choosing between the Medina, Guéliz and the resort districts, with the questions that matter before booking.