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Culture Break
Riad Papillon will be your home for a three night culture break. Just ten minutes walk from the drama and chaos of the Jemaa al Fnaa Square you could hardly believe the oasis of calm provided by the Riad courtyard. Great Value at £199 (Euros 239) per person. Explore the fabulous souks with a personal […]
Dar Donab Restaurant
Enjoy one of the best tasting menus in Marrakech in a relaxed atmosphere either in the spacious dining room or at a table by the pool. Try the cous cous which is among the best in Morocco.
Bennina Shoes
Visit Bennina shoes early in your stay and you can leave with a pair of hand made shoes a bargain at just 400 dirham (about £32). Three days in normally enough but be sure to check when you order. A variety of modern styles are available all hand made from Moroccan leather and suede. Every […]
KIS boutique
Keep It Secret! Not such a well kept secret these days is the KIS boutique on Mouassine not far from the main square. Clothes, accessories, bags, toiletries and household items from contemporary Moroccan and international designers. There is a small Cafe on the roof terrace.
Boutique Rock the Casbah
Among the traders in central medina district near the Sidi Abdelaziz shrine you will find English expat Jo from Essex and her wonderful boutique Rock the Casbah. Bags scarves bracelets postcards and a variety of distinctive souvenirs. Look out for the donkey! This shop is now a lovely Malian Jewellery outlet.( Feb 2107)
Boutique Abdou
Some of the most amusing and remarkable characters in the Medina are the Taureg traders who offer tinkets and jewelry as well as art and antiquities. One of our favourites is the charming Abdou (to the right) who will always offer a mint tea and smile, whether or not you buy from the shop on […]
Gastro MK
Undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in Marrakech. Located inside English owned Riad mk in the L’Ksour district of the Medina was in the top five of tripadvisor for ten years. A fusion of Moroccan and modern french cuisine, five course tasting menu at 650 Dirhams. Chef Omar famously visited each table at the […]
Dar Marjana
Classic family owned restaurant, serving a wonderful multi- course Moroccan banquet. Go early and go hungry. The ‘all inclusive’ format provides for an apperatif on the roof terrace then an evening of fabulous food and entertainment with wine included. You will love the gnawi musicians and belley dancers. The tea ceremony at the end of […]
Il Limoni
Il lomoni, or to give its full title, il giardino dei limoni, the lemon garden was newly opened in 2013. Classic Italian with the attentive owners usually on the premises. The bohemian atmosphere is set with a Bob Dylan poster in the lobby and continues throughout. Simple high quality food well presented and reasonably priced. […]
La Salama
Panoramic restaurant located just off the main Jema al Fnaa square, one of the classic Marrakech ‘dinner and show’ venues. Moroccan owned with a upscale traditional Moroccan menu, great atmosphere enlivened by a pianist and belly dancers.
Pepe Nero
Fabulous, Italian owned and run and without doubt one of the top restaurants in Marrakech. Set in a spacious and beautifully designed Riad courtyard, perfect for any special occasion. Gourmet food and outstanding service are the hallmarks of this restaurant. Not surprisingly classic Italian dishes feature heavily on the menu, there are also Moroccan favourites […]
Kosy Bar
Kosy Bar is a Marrakech institution. Unrivalled views from the two stunning roof terraces which overlook a lively square. Glance across to the Storks nesting on the walls of the nearby ruined palace. This is probably the best place in Marrakech for a ‘sundowner’ and an eternal favourite for a drink or a meal. The […]
Les perles des princes
Les Perles des princes is one of the best places in Marrakech from which to buy gold and silver jewelry. Conveniently located on L’avenue des princes, adjacent to the djema el fnaa square, you can find a small collection of shiny shops which sell rings, wedding bands, ear rings, bracelets and many more Moroccan and […]
Jamade boutique Marrakech
South od the square on the way to pepe nero restaurant jamade boutique is a great place from where to buy nice jewelry, handbags and many other small items, most of which would fit your hand luggage. Although it has an European look, this cute little shop still have that Moroccan feel to it…but you […]
Mostapha Blaoui Bazaar
Mostapha blaoui owns and runs a traditional bazaar located behind an unmarked door in the dar el basha area few steps from the charity project henna cafe. Here you can buy carpets, lamps, leather and art items, mostly manufactured within the local area. It is a great place especially if you are an inexperienced haggler […]
El jouli art gallery Marrakech
Miloud el Jouli is the proud owner of a fantastic art gallery, located just a few minutes walk from our Riad cinnamon. Spread over 2 levels they sell lams, carpets, clothing, leather bags local paintings and home decoration all hand made by local craftsmen. The highlight of the shop is a full size copper bathtub, […]
Sweet Seller
Several small vehicles lined up along the corners of the square each evening, they present a myriad of forms of traditional cakes and Moroccan sweets both home-made and the product of specialist bakeries. Many of these cakes are holidays specialities and all are best accompanied by tea. They contain sugars, spices, honey, chocolate, Sugar, Fruit […]
Plant Sellers
Pepiniere Jemaa al Fna It stands in the northwest of the square, and it include several shops that propose a choice of different kind of plants and flowers, most of the shops owned by farmers that come from the the countrysides of Marrakech, Their plants can be locally farmed like the Casania, Girofle, pennisetum, small palms, […]
L’avenue restaurant Marrakech
Destination restaurant in the new town of Guiliez. Serves both Moroccan and European food. Distinctive decor, a favourite among expats in the know. Magical atmosphere on busy evenings often featuring a pianist and Jazz singer.
Dar Si Said Museum Marrakech
With so many beautiful artifacts to see, the Dar Si Said Museum is maybe worth the detour. Less well laid out than the nearby Tiskiwin museum, the displays comprise Carpets, jewellery, daggars, ottomans, chests, leather crafts, objects in beaten copper, weapons and Berber jewellery. The painted wood ceilings, mosaic-covered walls and wooden doors are particularly […]
Kui zin Marrakech
Kui zin is a simple and delightful cafe restaurant established in 2013 and currently not licensed for alcohol. Located near the the Sidi Abdelaiz shrine in the centre of Marakech. The name is a play on words. TheFrench cuisine meaning kitchen and the Moroccan arabic zin meaning attractive or good. Chef Kenza produces mainly traditional Moroccan […]
Easyjet Bristol to Marrakech
Budget airline Easyjet have added a convenient new flight from Bristol to Marrakech. From December 14th 2013 the service will operate on Saturdays and Tuesdays. When you arrive our Riads in Marrakech provide the perfect base from which to explore the Red City.
Hamza the street performer: Charlie Chaplin in Marrakech
If you stroll through the winding streets nearby Rue Riad Zitoun el Kdim, you may be lucky enough to spot Hamza. Hamza is a street cleaner by his daily trade, however he also has a burning passion for the dance moves inspired by Charlie Chaplin! He’s somewhat of a celebrity among the locals in this sleepy […]
Jemaa al-Fnaa: Hotel Restaurant Café de France
Conveniently located on the eastern side of Jemaa al-Fnaa you will discover Café du France. Unlike the quaint café’s that you will find are scattered throughout the Medina, Café du France is a spacious, multiple floored café-restaurant that is seeped in character and history. Café de France bears many similarities to Le Grand Balcon du Café Glacier, a likewise […]
Jemaa al-Fnaa: Mint Sellers of the Medina
Scattered throughout the Medina you will see the many mint salesmen going about their daily trade. Mint is an absolutely key staple in Moroccan society, used in marinades for a variety of dishes and of course in the traditional mint tea. And the central hub of the red city is of course no exception to […]
Le Grand Balcon du Café Glacier
Perched on the southern corner of Jemaa al-Fnaa, just off Rue Riad Zitoun Kdim you will find Le Grand Balcon du Café Glacier. Le Grand Balcon du Café Glacier is one of two café-restaurants that due to their larger than average size have a distinct prominence within the central square of the red city. No matter […]
Poste Maroc: postcards in Jemaa al-Fnaa
On the south-western side of the central square of Jemaa al-Fnaa you will discover a large post office (Poste Maroc). Sending a postcard or letter is usually cheap, but in Morocco it is especially so. For less than 10 Dirham (around 70p) you can send a postcard to anywhere in Europe. The yellow post boxes […]