Jemaa el-Fnaa
Jemaa el-Fnaa, also Jemaa el-Fna, Djema el-Fna or Djemaa el-Fnaa, is a square and market place in the medina quarter of Marrakesh, Morocco. It remains the main square of Marrakesh, used by locals and tourists.
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Travel to Marrakesh
Jemaa el-Fnaa, Majorelle Garden, Kutubiyya Mosque. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€68per day · budget€114per day · standard3 daysrecommendedJan · Feb · Aprbest months
Things to do in Marrakesh
- Jemaa el-Fnaa
- Majorelle Garden
- Kutubiyya Mosque
- Bahia Palace
- Aït Benhaddou
Majorelle Garden
The Majorelle Garden is a one-hectare botanical garden and artist's landscape garden in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was created by the French Orientalist…
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Kutubiyya Mosque
The Kutubiyya Mosque or Koutoubia Mosque is the largest mosque in Marrakesh, Morocco. It is located in the southwest medina quarter of Marrakesh, near the Jemaa el-Fnaa market place, and is flanked by large gardens.
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Bahia Palace
The Bahia Palace is a mid to late 19th-century palace in Marrakesh, Morocco. The palace was first begun by Si Musa, grand vizier under the Alawi sultan Muhammad ibn Abd al-Rahman, in the 1860s.
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Aït Benhaddou
Aït Benhaddou is a historic ighrem or ksar along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh in Morocco. It is considered a great example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture and has been a UNESCO World…
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Marrakesh cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €23 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €37 |
| Private room with bathroom | €49 |
| Standard hotel | €77 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €15 | €31 |
| Local transport | €4 | €6 |
| Total per day | €68 | €114 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €15 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €28 |
💶 3 days in Marrakesh: ≈ €247 on a budget or ≈ €385 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Marrakesh
The most pleasant months are January, February, April, November, December. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan20°6°💧3
Feb22°7°💧6
Mar23°9°💧7
Apr26°12°💧5
May30°15°💧4
Jun34°18°💧1
Jul39°21°💧0
Aug39°22°💧1
Sep33°19°💧1
Oct30°16°💧3
Nov24°11°💧4
Dec20°7°💧6
Day trips from Marrakesh
Agafay Desert at sunset
A stony desert with dinner under the stars
🚆 ≈ 45 min · ≈ €20–€40 returnFrequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Marrakesh cost?
On a budget, about €68 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €114. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €247 to €385, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are January, February, April, November, December.
How many days do you need in Marrakesh?
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing, plus one more if you want to add Agafay Desert at sunset.
What are the best things to do in Marrakesh?
The must-sees: Jemaa el-Fnaa; Majorelle Garden; Kutubiyya Mosque; Bahia Palace; Aït Benhaddou.
Where to stay in Marrakesh?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €49 per night and a hostel bed €23.
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