Morocco
Marrakesh
Essential facts
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Language
Arabic and Amazigh (French widely spoken)
Time zone
Western European Time · UTC +1
Typical weather
Hot, dry summers frequently above 37°C and mild winters around 8–19°C. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit.
Plug type
Type C and Type E · 220V
Getting around
The medina is walkable but its lanes are a maze. Petits taxis are cheap — agree the fare or insist on the meter. Buses and private drivers cover trips to the Atlas Mountains.
Local customs
Dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees. Non-Muslims cannot enter most working mosques. Ask before photographing people, and expect to pay performers in Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Travel tips
The dirham is a closed currency — exchange on arrival and spend before leaving. Bargaining is expected in the souks. Carry small notes and cash generally.
Entry requirements for British citizens
- Visa
- British citizens can normally visit for up to 90 days without a visa.
- Passport
- Your passport should be valid for at least 3 months from the date you enter.
- Return ticket
- You may be asked to show a return or onward ticket.
- Accommodation
- You may be asked for your accommodation address on the arrival card.
- Health
- Check recommended vaccinations before travelling. Take food and water hygiene precautions.
- Customs
- The dirham cannot be taken out of the country. Penalties for drug offences are severe.
Always check before you travel