Why visit
Morocco threads Roman ruins, imperial medinas, Saharan dunes, and Atlantic surf coasts into a single, compact trip. Marrakesh and Fès anchor the culture routes; Essaouira and Taghazout anchor the beach ones.
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Morocco
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At a glance
Location
32.0°, -5.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
446,550 km²
172,414 mi²
Country population
37.8 million
85/km²
Subregion
Northern Africa
Currency
Moroccan dirham (د.م.)
MAD
Dial
+212
Languages
Arabic, Berber
Demonym
Moroccan
Internet
.ma
UN
Member state
ISO code
MA / MAR
Where in the world
32.0° · -5.0°
Morocco
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Did you know
- Casablanca is the commercial capital even though Rabat is the political capital: Morocco is one of only 11 countries where the largest city is not the capital.
- The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca has a minaret 210 m tall: the tallest in the world.
- Morocco was the first country to formally recognize the United States as independent, in 1777.
Bordering Morocco
Traveler notes
- Marrakesh, Fès, Chefchaouen, and the Sahara tie together in 10 days
- Most visitors get a 90-day stamp on arrival
- April–May and September–October are the kindest seasons
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Rabat, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
Signature travel cities in Morocco
Marrakesh
Marrakesh is Jemaa el-Fnaa's snake-charmer square, the Medina souks, Majorelle Gardens, the Bahia Palace, and riads with cool courtyards to escape the heat.
Fes
Fes has the world's oldest continuously operating university (Al Quaraouiyine, 859 AD) and a car-free medina of 9,000 streets that still feels medieval.
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen is the blue-painted mountain town of northern Morocco. Rif foothills, Spanish-Moroccan history, and the region's best trekking base.
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Frequently asked about Morocco
What is the capital of Morocco?
Rabat is the capital of Morocco.
What currency does Morocco use?
Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (د.م.), ISO code MAD.
What languages are spoken in Morocco?
The primary languages are Arabic and Berber.
Is Morocco landlocked?
No, Morocco has a coastline.
What countries border Morocco?
Morocco borders Algeria, Spain.
What is the international calling code for Morocco?
The calling code is +212.
When is the best time to visit Morocco?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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