Marrakech – There are some countries that feel like a movie set. Morocco is one of them. Think about the desert dunes that look straight out of Lawrence of Arabia, medinas where every corner could be a perfume ad, and beaches where surfers and camels casually coexist. 

If you’re planning a trip, Morocco is less of a checklist and more of a choose-your-own-adventure novel, but with better food and rugs you’ll actually want to ship home.

So, where should you go? What should you do? And most importantly, what should you bring back in your suitcase (besides 2 kilos of dates and a lifetime of Instagram content)? Let’s break it down.

The cities worth your passport stamp

Marrakech

The diva of Moroccan cities. Marrakech is all about sensory overload: pink-washed alleys, chaotic souks, rooftop cocktails with views of the Koutoubia Mosque. Go for the palaces and hammams, stay for the fact that even getting lost here feels glamorous.

Fez

If Marrakech is bold lipstick, Fes is old-money chic. Its medina is UNESCO-listed and so labyrinthine it makes Google Maps cry. It’s the intellectual heart of Morocco, with the world’s oldest functioning university. Bonus: Fes has some of the country’s best traditional crafts.

Chefchaouen 

The “Blue Pearl” is Morocco’s answer to a Pinterest board. Wander its cobalt-washed streets, and you’ll wonder if you’re living inside a ceramic vase. Great for slow mornings, photography binges, and a calmer vibe.

Casablanca 

Often skipped, but unfairly so. Morocco’s biggest city isn’t just “Rick’s Cafe” nostalgia; it’s modern, cosmopolitan, and home to the awe-inspiring Hassan II Mosque. Plus, the shopping here is chef’s kiss.

Essaouira 

Coastal cool with a soundtrack of seagulls and Gnawa music. It’s all about breezy ramparts, seafood fresh off the boat, and a bohemian energy that made even Jimi Hendrix linger.

The experience you cant’ miss

Get lost in a medina 

Honestly, it’s a rite of passage. Bargain, sip mint tea with shopkeepers, and practice your “I’m not lost, I’m exploring” face.

Ride a camel in the Sahara 

Yes, it’s touristy. Yes, it’s magical. Watching the sun dip behind endless dunes in Merzouga feels like stepping onto Mars with better lighting.

Hammam like a local 

A scrub, a steam, and suddenly you’re smoother than your vacation romance.

Eat Pastilla 

Imagine a pie where chicken (or pigeon, if you’re brave) blends with cinnamon and sugar. Sounds strange? Welcome to Moroccan culinary genius.

Surf Taghazout 

It is Morocco’s laid-back surf town where the vibe is saltwater and sunset yoga.

Train to Luxury 

Try Taking the Al Boraq, Morocco’s high-speed train. Going from Casablanca to Tangier? You will get there in over 2 hours? Tres chic.

Souvenirs worth the extra baggage fee

Rugs & carpets 

Hand-woven, bold, and each one tells a story. (Just don’t forget to haggle, it’s part of the game.)

Argan oil 

Liquid gold for your skin and hair, and yes, it actually comes from Morocco, not your Sephora shelf.

Ceramics 

Fez blue pottery or Safi’s vibrant bowls will make your kitchen feel like a tagine restaurant.

Leather goods 

Fez tanneries are famous for a reason; bags, slippers, poufs, you name it.

Spices 

Saffron, cumin, ras el hanout… tiny jars that will outlast your vacation glow.

Silver jewelry 

Especially from Berber markets; chunky, handmade, and dripping with personality.

The million dollar question

n Morocco, every city tries to seduce you: Marrakech with its drama, Chefchaouen with its beauty, Fes with its wisdom, Casablanca with its swagger. 

The real question is which version of yourself do you want to meet there?

Because Morocco is a mirror, one that smells faintly of orange blossom and shines brightest under desert stars.