Things to do in Morocco
4 destinations in Morocco, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.
Places to visit in Morocco
- Things to do in Casablanca city, food, culture
- Things to do in Fez culture, food, city
- Things to do in Marrakech culture, food, adventure
- Things to do in Tangier culture, beach, food
Best time to visit Morocco
When flights to each destination are cheapest.
- Casablanca
- January through March and October through November are the cheapest months to fly to Casablanca, with fares from US hubs running 25-35% lower than summer peak. Midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently beat weekend prices by an additional 10-15%.
- Fez
- The cheapest months to fly to Fez are January through early March and mid-October through November, when fares from US hubs can run 30-40% below summer peak prices. Avoid flying during Ramadan departure surges and the July-August high season when European tourists flood Morocco.
- Marrakech
- Flying in shoulder season, February to March or October to November, can save 25-40% compared to peak summer and Christmas periods. Midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently offer the lowest fares, while July and August see the highest prices despite extreme Marrakech heat.
- Tangier
- Fly to Tangier in November through early March for the lowest fares, shoulder and off-season tickets from major US hubs can run 30-40% cheaper than June-August peaks. Midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) on Royal Air Maroc or connecting Iberia itineraries consistently undercut weekend pricing.
Is Morocco expensive?
It depends on the city and how you travel. Open any destination below and set your dates, budget and home airport to get an estimated total for flights, stays and day-to-day spending, rather than a generic average.
Free things to do in Morocco
- Casablanca: Stroll the Corniche at sunset The Atlantic views and people-watching are spectacular and completely free.
- Fez: Wander Fes el-Bali alleys Getting deliberately lost in the medina is an experience in itself, no ticket required.
- Marrakech: Wander the Medina Souks Lose yourself in a labyrinth of spice, leather, and lantern stalls, browsing costs nothing.
- Tangier: Stroll the Corniche & Plage Municipale A sweeping Atlantic boardwalk walk with views of Spain and Gibraltar on clear days, totally free.