Day Trip Ideas

There are some nice day trips from Marrakech. I like going to the Atlas Mountains. Here you can go for a hike or simply take a drive out to Lalla Takerkoust. There are many restaurants along the lake. My favorite is Le Relais du Lac. It’s just a very pleasant place to go. Along the way, you can stop at Tameslohte where there are a few art galleries. Keep your eyes peeled and pull over when you see a sign inviting you in. Not to be found on the GPS, unfortunately. There’s usually an open space where you’ll discover some paintings displayed around an open area. If you are lucky, you’ll even see the artists at work. It’s a nice atmosphere and a great way to spend a day outside of the hustle and bustle of Marrakech.

A bit further afield is Essaouira. Many people like to do this day trip from Marrakech. It’s 2.5 hours away. It’s a very cute seaside town and has a much more relaxed feel to Marrakech.