Marrakech Vacation Guide

General Information About Marrakech

Marrakech is a lovely place, but before you go, there are a lot of things you would want to know about Morocco, such the currency, how to get by in English, and what permits are required to enter the country.

Travel Advice

The borders of Morocco are rather open, and only a small number of nations need visas to enter the country.

Travel Insurance

Despite its proximity to Europe, Morocco's healthcare system differs significantly from that of the ancient ..

Languages

Morocco’s official spoken language is Moroccan Arabic, It differs somewhat from other varieties of Arabic.

Currency

The official currency of Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham, designated by Dhs or MAD. The plural form of Dirham ..

Climate

Marrakech's yearly average temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the city has a semi-arid climate, thus you will ..

Prices

Marrakech is an inexpensive city compared to any top tourist destination in Europe or the United States.

Public Holidays

Although there is no established date for public holidays in Morocco, it is always a good idea to learn ...

Other helpful info

Electricity, plugs, and sockets

The power sockets used in Morocco are type C and E. These are the same as in most European countries, except for the U.K. The voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. If in your country you use another outlet, you’ll probably need a travel adapter.

Vaccinations

You do not need any vaccines to travel to Morocco.

Current local time

The time zone in Marrakech and the rest of the country is GTM+1 throughout the year.

Opening hours

Marrakech has adequate opening hours, opening generally from 9 am until 9 pm. Some shops close on Friday and some close during lunchtime but reopen in the afternoon.

Visitors will find the main shopping area in the Medina, in the Souks.

Helpful telephone numbers

  • Ambulance: 15.  
  • Morocco area code: 212
  • Police: 19.