Three days is a good length for Marrakech: enough to see the medina, the main palaces and gardens, and still leave time for a day trip or a hammam. The key is to group sights by area and avoid the midday heat.
This itinerary explains how to split the days, with links to our detailed guides for each stop.
Start early in the historic centre with the Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs, then walk into the souks for lunch and shopping. In the evening, head to Jemaa el-Fna when the square comes alive with food stalls and performers.
Begin with the Majorelle Garden, ideally at opening time to avoid queues. Spend the afternoon resting, and book a traditional hammam and spa. For more ideas, see our guide to things to do in Marrakech.
Pick one excursion that matches your taste. For a quick desert feel, try the Agafay Desert day trip. For mountains and villages, the Ourika Valley. For the coast, the Essaouira day trip. A sunrise balloon flight is also possible.
Staying in a riad in the medina puts you close to the sights and adds atmosphere. Our luxury riads guide explains how to choose one.
The medina is best explored on foot, but a private driver is useful for airport transfers and day trips. Read how a private driver in Marrakech works.
Yes. Three days covers the main sights, a relaxed afternoon and one day trip.
Start with the medina, palaces and souks in the morning, and visit Jemaa el-Fna in the evening.
Yes. A day trip to Agafay, Ourika or Essaouira gives a change of scenery.
A riad in the medina is the most atmospheric choice and keeps the main sights close.
Spring and autumn. Summer middays are very hot.
Tell us your dates and interests, and we will arrange transfers, a private driver and day trips so your three days run smoothly.
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