Marrakech: Best Time to Visit, Mar–May & Oct–Nov | Trailwind

City guideMarrakechMoroccoBest time to visit Marrakech: Mar–May & Oct–Nov. A walled red city of souks, riads, and mint tea. Weather and timing on Trailwind.

Best time: Mar–May & Oct–Nov

Country: 🇲🇦 Morocco

Region: Marrakech-Safi

Population: 1.5M metro

Currency: MAD

Language: Arabic

Timezone: UTC+01:00

Nearest airport: Marrakesh Menara (RAK)

The lay of the landMarrakech packs a walled medina of souks, palaces and hidden riads around the great square of Jemaa el-Fnaa. Lose yourself in the lanes by day, retreat to a courtyard by afternoon, and watch the square come alive at dusk.When to goThe sweet spot is Mar–May & Oct–Nov. Plan around it and you will catch Marrakech close to its best.Getting thereFly into Marrakesh Menara (RAK). From there Marrakech is an easy hop to the center.Know before you go

Agree prices before you buy, haggling is expected.

Hire a guide for the medina's maze.

Dress modestly and carry small dirham.

What to see

Ben Youssef Madrasa, The Ben Youssef Madrasa is an Islamic madrasa (college) in Marrakesh, Morocco. The madrasa is named after the adjacent Ben Youssef Mosque, and was commissioned in 1564–65 CE by the Saadian sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib. Functioning today as a historical site, the Ben Youssef Madrasa was the largest Islamic college in the Maghreb at its height, and is widely recognized as a pinnacle of Saadian and Moroccan architecture.

Almoravid Koubba, The Almoravid Qubba, also known as the Qubbat al-Ba'diyyin or Qubbat al-Barudiyyin, is a small monument in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was erected by the Almoravid dynasty in the early 12th century. It is notable for its extraordinary decoration and for being one of the only remnants of Almoravid architecture in Marrakesh.

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.

El Badi Palace, El Badi Palace or Badi' Palace is a ruined palace in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was commissioned by the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur of the Saadian dynasty a few months after his accession in 1578, with construction and embellishment continuing throughout most of his reign. The palace, decorated with materials imported from numerous countries ranging from Italy to Mali, was used for receptions and designed to showcase the Sultan's wealth and power.

Koutoubia 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.

Majorelle Garden, The Majorelle Garden is a one-hectare (two-acre) botanical garden and artist's landscape garden in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was created by the French Orientalist artist Jacques Majorelle over almost forty years, starting in 1923, and features a Cubist villa designed by French architect Paul Sinoir in the 1930s. The property was the residence of the artist and his wife from 1923 until their divorce in the 1950s.

Menara gardens, The Menara Gardens are a historic public garden and orchard in Marrakesh, Morocco. They were established in the 12th century by the Almohad Caliphate ruler Abd al-Mu'min. Along with the Agdal Gardens and the historic walled city of Marrakesh, the gardens have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. The gardens are laid out around a central water basin and reservoir, next to which is a pleasure pavilion dating in its current form from the 19th century.

Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan, The Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan is a semi-permanent street circuit in Agdal district, Marrakesh, Morocco. The circuit is operated by MGP. It has a capacity of 10,000 spectators.

Pairs well with

Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan, 3 mi away

Menara gardens, 3 mi away

2014 FIFA Club World Cup Final, 5 mi away

Marrakesh Stadium, 5 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Marrakech?The best time to visit Marrakech is Mar–May & Oct–Nov, in Morocco.Where is Marrakech?Marrakech is in Morocco. The nearest major airport is Marrakesh Menara (RAK).What is Marrakech known for?A walled red city of souks, riads, and mint tea.Marrakech month by month: when to visitWhat to plan a trip around, month by month. Jump to a month: March · April · May · October · NovemberMarch in MarrakechMarrakech in March. One of the best months to visit Marrakech. Typical daytime highs around 23°C.April in MarrakechMarrakech in April. One of the best months to visit Marrakech. Typical daytime highs around 27°C.May in MarrakechMarrakech in May. One of the best months to visit Marrakech. Typical daytime highs around 31°C.October in MarrakechMarrakech in October. One of the best months to visit Marrakech. Typical daytime highs around 30°C.November in MarrakechMarrakech in November. One of the best months to visit Marrakech. Typical daytime highs around 26°C.Nearby on TrailwindMore to see near Marrakech:

Ben Youssef Madrasa

Almoravid Koubba

Koutoubia Mosque

Majorelle Garden

Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan

Marrakesh Stadium

2014 FIFA Club World Cup Final

Corniche Ain Diab

Mohammed V Square

Hassan II Mosque

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