Marrakech Airport or Marrakech-Menara as it is officially known serves this city in Morocco. Charter, scheduled and budget airlines arrive here from all over Europe, the Middle East and there are domestic flights to Casablanca too. On average, over 3 million passengers use the airport every year. If you have car hire at Marrakech Airport the city is a short 6 km drive away.
Marrakech Airport has 2 terminals with all the facilities you could need in a modern airport. For all your money needs there is an ATM and currency exchange booths. A tourist information office will help you make the most out of your stay in the area and there is an airport information desk for all your enquiries. There is Wi-Fi access if you wish to surf the net or check emails, whilst you wait for your flight. If you need to buy some last minute souvenirs, there is a gift shop and a shop selling locally made items. There is also a florist and some duty free stores for browsing the bargains. If you get hungry, there are some snack bars as well as a cafe serving hot and cold meals and a restaurant serving local specialities.
Marrakesh translated means the ‘land of god’ and it is the 3 rd largest city in Morocco. It sits at the base of the Atlas Mountains and is close to the Sahara Desert. It is most famous for its bustling Medina and its character. Marrakesh for visitors can be described in 2 parts, the Medina where all the attractions are and the European district or Ville Nouvelle, where many restaurants, fast food joints and branded stores are. The Djemaa El Fna is the square in the heart of the Medina where you will find music and dancing as well as many storytellers. There are lots of food stalls if you want to try local street food and in the square, look out for the snake charmers and monkeys! You can browse the stalls of the Souks and buy spices, kaftans and tagines, but don’t forget to haggle – it’s expected. Koutoubia Mosque is worth a visit at night time as it looks spectacular when it is lit up. To get away from the craziness of the city, head for Majorelle Gardens and take a stroll or visit the Museum of Islamic Art there. For a bit of culture you can visit the Dar si Said – an old palace with a museum or the palaces of El Bahia and El Badi. Explore the streets of the Kasbah and explore its bazaars, hammans and riads.
Out and about with your car hire in Marrakesh, you can drive out to the magnificent Atlas Mountains. It is possible to drive into the Sahara, but a guided safari is recommended for safety reasons. On your way to the mountains, stop at the town of Amizmiz and visit its Berber Souk. Explore the beautiful Ourika Valley too, with all its spectacular waterfalls.
