Neighborhoods in Marrakesh

8 neighborhoods — from the historic Medina to modern suburbs.

Medina (Old City)

Medina (Old City)

Medina (Old City)

UNESCO World Heritage historic heart with souks, riads, and Jemaa el-Fnaa square.

Historic, chaotic, vibrant, sensory overload

high safe 40-150 MAD for a meal, 300-800 MAD for riad

Kasbah

Kasbah

Historic fortress area near Royal Palace with quieter residential feel and beautiful riads.

Historic, quiet, residential, authentic

medium safe 50-120 MAD for a meal, 400-1000 MAD for riad

Mellah (Jewish Quarter)

Mellah (Jewish Quarter)

Historic Jewish quarter with rich history, unique architecture, and spice market.

Historic, cultural, authentic, quieter

medium safe 40-100 MAD for a meal, 300-700 MAD for riad

New Town

Gueliz (New Town)

Gueliz (New Town)

Modern district with wide boulevards, European cafes, shopping, and administrative center.

Modern, European, bustling, cosmopolitan

medium very_safe 60-200 MAD for a meal, 500-1500 MAD for hotel

Hivernage

Hivernage

Upscale district with luxury hotels, casinos, nightclubs, and fine dining.

Luxurious, glamorous, lively, exclusive

medium very_safe 150-500 MAD for a meal, 2000-8000 MAD for luxury hotel

Agdal

Agdal

Modern residential district with equestrian center, gardens, and affordable accommodations.

Local, residential, quiet, affordable

low safe 30-80 MAD for a meal, 200-500 MAD for accommodation

Suburbs

Palmeraie

Palmeraie

Palm oasis with luxury villas, golf resorts, and equestrian centers.

Serene, luxurious, green, exclusive

low very_safe 200-600 MAD for a meal, 3000-15000 MAD for luxury villa

Industrial

Sidi Ghanem

Sidi Ghanem

Industrial and creative district with artisan workshops and design studios.

Industrial, creative, emerging, authentic

medium safe 30-70 MAD for a meal, 200-600 MAD for accommodation