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Medina of Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco
As featured in 3 days in Marrakech and 1 other guide
Ranked #12 of 96 attractions in Marrakech
4.5 of 5 stars 637 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites, Neighbourhoods
Activities: Shopping
Fee: No
Owner description: This is one of the major landmarks in the city. It is a World Heritage Site and serves as a commercial center for much of central Morocco. Come ready... more » Owner description: This is one of the major landmarks in the city. It is a World Heritage Site and serves as a commercial center for much of central Morocco. Come ready to haggle! « less
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hertfordshire
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

There are spice stalls, rugs, lamps etc. etc and they all look lovely, but there is a lot of hassle although not unfriendly.

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UK
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I realise that I am probably in a minority of people who commit their negative impressions of the Medina and main square of Marrakech to a review, but I am going to anyway on the basis that perhaps more travellers will be better informed when they go to this place. The Djemaa el Fna is one of the busiest trading... More

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guciap
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

the medina of marrakesh is totaly worthvisiting! you gonna get lost but do not worry that is how you will explore the city (we did the same in medina of fez ) its the labirynth of souks offering you all type of products , thats how you can feel the marrakesh spirit if they give you price of soemthing do... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW
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The Medina should have been a great experience. Exotic local, different culture, things to buy, good food -what could go wrong? In a word - GREED!!! Oh, and add to that cheating, lying, Baksheesh, ignorance and a culture that has gone way wrong. In a way the Medina reminded me of Montego Bay , Jamaica years ago when the cruise... More

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Peak District
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Amazing place and experience, very busy with a lot going on, you have to keep your wits about you, but definitely worth a visit, just to see all the food stalls and markets and the labyrinth of side streets and souks

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Stirling, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The whole Medina area is great. Get lost in the souks and take time to chat to the shopkeepers who tend to be really friendly and like a laugh. Offer about a third of what they're asking and work from there and remember to keep it fun and good natured. Enjoy.

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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Great to walk around in the evening and have some nice food at the stands. Beautiful display! Beware of the 'faux guides'! and those who ask money if they see you taking a picture

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Preston, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Hustle and bustle with great shopping without pestering from spices, oils, to leather goods, babouches of any colours, carpets, lovely silver ware, incents sticks and cloth. Even seen a dead camels head hanging outside a butchers shop!!! Drew the line there!

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Basel, Switzerland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

"The courageous belongs the world". In case you get lost, don't ask little boys on the street, they will misguide you and ask for money, the best is to ask shop owners.

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Reading, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

great hustle and bustle, and surprisingly not too much in the way of being pestered. got some good bargains on leather bags.

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