Marrakesh 3-Day Perfect Itinerary

Day 1: The Medina & Jemaa el-Fnaa

Morning

• Start at Jemaa el-Fnaa (8:00 AM) - watch the square come alive
• Visit Koutoubia Mosque (exterior only, non-Muslims cannot enter)
• Explore the souks starting from the northern side of the square
• Visit the spice market and herbalists

Afternoon

• Lunch at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the square (Cafe de France or Nomad)
• Visit Bahia Palace (arrive early afternoon to avoid crowds)
• Explore the Mellah (Jewish Quarter) and spice market

Evening

• Return to Jemaa el-Fnaa for the evening spectacle (6:00 PM)
• Dinner at a food stall in the square (try snail soup, lamb, or tagine)
• Watch storytellers, musicians, and performers

Day 2: Historic Sites & Gardens

Morning

• Visit Saadian Tombs (8:00 AM - arrive early to avoid crowds)
• Explore El Badi Palace ruins
• Walk to Kasbah district

Afternoon

• Lunch at a local restaurant in Gueliz
• Visit Majorelle Garden and Yves Saint Laurent Museum
• Explore the new town and do some shopping

Evening

• Dinner at a trendy restaurant in Gueliz or Hivernage
• Experience Marrakesh nightlife

Day 3: Day Trip or Relaxation

Option A: Day Trip

• Atlas Mountains (Imlil) - scenic drive, hike, Berber lunch
• or Essaouira - coastal town, medina, beach
• or Ouzoud Waterfalls - nature, hiking, boat ride

Option B: Relaxation

• Traditional hammam experience in the morning
• Cooking class in the afternoon
• Rooftop dinner at a riad

Evening

• Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant
• Final walk through Jemaa el-Fnaa