FAQ

Travel to Morocco : Pratical information

 

You will need some information to travel to Morocco, here they are:

Visa Requirement

First of all, you will need a valid passport with an expiry date of at least six months from the date of entry into Morocco. It is a good idea to make a photocopy of your passport, carried separately, in case of emergency. This is important information about travelling to Morocco.

If you are coming from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and most members of the European Union, you do not need a visa, just up-to-date travel documents. For more information, please consult the Moroccan embassy in your country or the one representing your country.

How to get to Morocco?

There are many options for travelling to Morocco. If you are coming from the United States, you can take Royal Air Maroc, which offers direct flights from New York to Casablanca, with connections in some cities such as Marrakech.

If you are traveling from Europe, there are many direct flights from major European cities to Casablanca, Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Fez, Agadir and more.

When to travel to Morocco?

You can visit Morocco at any time of the year, but there are climatic particularities. In the summer it is quite hot, when the warm air from the Sahara desert blows over Morocco. In addition to the heat, it is very dry.

The winter is cold, believe us! You can admire the snow-covered mountains in Marrakech, Ifrane, Azrou and other regions too.

Security

Staying safe while travelling is a matter of common sense and simple precautions. Fortunately, you will find many honest and friendly people all over the country, especially in the countryside. However, as in any country, keep your valuables hidden and keep your camera close at hand.

You should be careful in crowds and avoid false guides who offer false information about traveling to Morocco to tourists and travelers. Therefore, guides offering their services must display an official badge from the local tourist authorities. Rather trust agencies, their guides are professionals.

The best tourist attractions in Morocco

There are many tourist sites in Morocco. In Morocco, it is possible to find incredible places full of history, as well as points rich in culture. Be it in contrast to the French architecture and a culture full of meaning. Here are the most interesting tourist sites :

  •  Hassan II Mosque – Casablanca
  •  Bab Chellah / Kasbah of the Udayas / Mohammed V Mausoleum / Hassan Tower : Rabat
  •  Djemaa el-Fna Square / Majorelle Gardens : Marrakech
  •  Royal Palace / Boujloud / Batha / Medina : Fez
  •  Kasbah of Taourirt : Ouarzazate
  • Dunes: Erg Chebbi
  •  Todra Gorge: Tinghir
  • And the Atlas Mountains.

What to eat in Morocco?

 

In addition to dishes rich in various spices, it is also a cuisine rich in cultural differences!  A curiosity of Morocco is that variety occurs from one region of the country to another, covering savoury dishes, sweets and even drinks.

Typical Moroccan food brings many characteristics of the country; the way the meats are made and seasoned, the types of sweets and breads, the drinks on offer, in short, it also tells us a story. Ask for tagine, couscous, harira, zaalouk, chabakia, mint tea and many other sweet and savoury dishes.

Don’t expect to find alcoholic beverages on the list, as the majority of the population is Muslim and does not consume this type of drink.