Discover the ochre city

Marrakech, steps from the station

Listed monuments, legendary gardens, routes and major events: everything you need to explore the imperial city the moment you arrive at the station.

See the highlights Reach the center

UNESCO-listed medina6 km from the station300 days of sunshine a year

The must-sees

Eight iconic sites, all within twenty minutes of the bus station.

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Square

Jemaa el-Fna

A legendary UNESCO-listed square, the beating heart of the medina: storytellers, musicians and street food at dusk.

≈ 23 min12,5 km

Landmark

Koutoubia Mosque

The iconic 12th-century minaret, the city’s tallest monument and a landmark seen across Marrakech.

≈ 22 min12,5 km

Garden

Majorelle Garden

Yves Saint Laurent’s cobalt-blue botanical oasis, home to rare cacti and the Berber Museum.

≈ 20 min11,5 km

Palace

Bahia Palace

A 19th-century architectural jewel: flowering courtyards, carved zellij and painted cedar ceilings.

≈ 26 min13,5 km

Heritage

Ben Youssef Madrasa

Morocco’s largest Quranic school, a masterpiece of stucco, zellij and carved wood.

≈ 25 min14,5 km

Heritage

Saadian Tombs

A 16th-century royal necropolis with refined decoration, long sealed and preserved through time.

≈ 23 min13,5 km

Garden

Menara Gardens

A centuries-old basin and Saadian pavilion facing the snowy Atlas peaks: Marrakech’s postcard view.

≈ 22 min11 km

Nature

The Palm Grove

A vast oasis of tens of thousands of palms at the city’s edge, with camel rides.

≈ 21 min12 km

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Reach the city

The station connects to the center, the airport and the train station by several modes of transport.

From the stationApproximate times

12,5 km

Medina & Jemaa el-FnaBRT / city bus

40 minjourney

See on the map

11 km

City center (Guéliz)Petit taxi

18 minjourney

See on the map

15 km

Marrakech-Menara AirportTaxi / shuttle

25 minjourney

See on the map

10,5 km

ONCF train stationTaxi / bus

17 minjourney

See on the map

Tours & getaways

City tours and excursions to the Atlas, the desert and the Atlantic coast, arranged from Marrakech.

Half dayIn town

Imperial Medina

Suggested route5 stops

1Koutoubia

2Jemaa el-Fna

3Bahia Palace

4Saadian Tombs

5Souks

Half dayIn town

Gardens & lifestyle

Suggested route4 stops

1Majorelle Garden

2YSL Museum

3Menara

4Palm grove

Full dayNature & Atlas

Ourika Valley & Atlas

Suggested route3 stops

1Berber villages

2Setti Fatma waterfalls

3Riverside lunch

Afternoon & eveningDesert

Agafay Desert

Suggested route3 stops

1Stony dunes

2Dinner under the stars

3Sunset over the Atlas

Full dayNature & Atlas

Ouzoud Waterfalls

Suggested route3 stops

1Morocco’s highest falls

2Trails & Barbary macaques

3Panoramic lunch

Full dayOcean

Essaouira, the windy city

Suggested route3 stops

1UNESCO medina

2Fishing port

3Atlantic beach

Departure to arrange from Marrakech station.

Plan my trip

Excursions offered by local agencies; indicative durations, transfers available from the station.

Major events

Festivals and events that punctuate the Marrakech year.

SportWinterJan

Marrakech International Marathon

A legendary race through the palm grove and ochre ramparts.

ComedySummerJun

Marrakech du Rire

The big comedy festival, on stage and across the city.

TraditionsSummerJul

National Festival of Popular Arts

Morocco’s music, dance and traditions at the El Badi Palace.

CinemaWinterDec

Marrakech International Film Festival

World cinema stars and open-air screenings on the square.

Plan your visit

Check dates with the organisers, then come by coach to Marrakech station.

Plan my trip

Illustrative visuals · Indicative dates, to be confirmed with organisers.

Your events in Marrakech, with complete peace of mind

Conferences, seminars and business travel: plan your groups’ arrival with Marrakech station.

Group transfersDedicated shuttles and coaches for your delegations.

Welcome & guidanceTailored assistance from arrival.

Group ticketingMulti-operator solutions for your groups.

Coach parkingLarge areas dedicated to tour coaches.

Arrange a transfer Contact the station

Services and availability to be confirmed.

Conferences & seminarsA station serving your events.

Delegations & companiesSolutions tailored to your groups.

A journey planned togetherOur team supports you.

Illustrative visuals.

Traveller tips

Useful pointers to enjoy your stay.

Need help?

Currency & payments

Carry cash for small purchases.

Languages & conversation

A few words of Darija to chat.

Sun & climate

Water, hat and sun protection.

Opening hours & visits

Check opening hours before you go.

Taxis & getting around

Agree the fare before setting off.

Souks & shopping

Compare prices, take your time.

Places of worship

Respect these places and their access rules.

Comfort & wellbeing

Stay hydrated and take breaks.

Need advice on site?

The station’s welcome desk will guide you.

Contact the welcome desk

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Useful numbers

Worth knowing during your stay

Marrakech · Marrakech station

190Police emergency

177Royal Gendarmerie

150Civil Protection

112Emergency (mobile)

The Al Azzouzia station welcome desk assists travellers in French, Arabic and English.