Well, we certainly were not expecting ancient Roman ruins to rise out of the farmland as we drove through Morocco! This was a unique and very interesting site to visit. This was the southern most point of the Roman Empire so a very significant place in history. Our guide here was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable and walked us through the historical details of the entire site. We could really visualize what it must have looked like when people lived here all those years ago. Very worthwhile learning experience. Highly recommend.

Visited as part of a tour group . It was around 30c , our local guide kept us in the shade as much as he could . He made the trip interesting, giving us historical facts but bringing the site to life so you had to use just a little imagination to how it all would have been . Be sure to take water & a hat .

Really impressed with the amount of archeological remains that can be seen here. You really get a good idea of how big the settlement must have been and how wealthy some of the locals were. The mosaic floors are really special. Although many tours stop here the site didn’t feel crowded.

Worth a detour. We decided not to opt for a guide, as we knew we had loads of time to explore, and for us this was the right decision, as our visit took us some two and a half hours. We were able to wander round at our leisure, looking out for the ropes which indicated where the superb mosaics were lurking. However if you only have an hour, a guide might be your best option, so you get to see the main sights getting an explanation also. Make sure you take some water as there is none as you walk round - we were there in November, and it was still pretty hot. There’s an advantage with having some water with you, as we noticed one guide sprinkling a little on one of the mosaics which brought out the incredible colours. Some lovely views of Moulay Idriss in the distance.

We drove from Meknes to Volubilis, which took around 45 minutes. Its setting is beautiful and was purposefully chosen when initially constructed due to its proximity to water, fertile land, its own micro climate, elevated view etc. For the visitor it is also located very close to the beautiful city of Moulay-Idriss. There is a large car park where vehicle wardens operate and who charge a nominal fee for parking there. There is also a souvenir shop/ cafe and ice cream shop located at the bottom of the road near to the car park. The entrance fee for a foreigner is 70DHS and 10DHS for a Moroccan, which personally I do not have a problem with. Once inside the grounds of Volubilis you follow the pathway that leads to the ruins. It is a very extensive site and exposed to the elements, particularly the hot Moroccan sun. Even when we were there the sun felt really warm. It is worth taking water with you. There are toilet facilities near to the main entrance. They are old and tired but they were staffed and presentable. We didn’t get a guide, choosing instead to meander around the site ourselves. There is a map located before you arrive at the ruins which we chose to photograph, this gives you an idea of what some of the buildings are. There are also information signs, both in Arabic, French and English that provide information on each of the buildings. We took our time visiting each of the ruins. We were lucky, it wasn’t busy at all and the few of us who were visitors that day were soon spread out across the entire site. There are some wonderful mosaic examples and the sophisticated lifestyle for a civilisation that existed so many years ago, was so impressive. It was also fascinating to discover that the city dates back to the 1st Century AD and is a fine demonstration as to just how far the Roman Empire stretched. I wholeheartedly recommend a visit to Volubilis for us it didn’t disappoint.

Had a great visit to those evocative ruins..sure they may not rival Pompeii (but which do?), but their location , their fascinating mosaics and their interesting history (used by Berbers, Christians & then the Islamic founders of Morocco, who built their first capital nearby) make a trip well worth it. We had a guide and it made it easier to see all the important sites within the city (and ask questions). Great experience!

This was one nice Roman ruin. If you need to use the bathrooms, the facilities were there; you need to pay up. The walk was uneven but doable for most people. The mosaics were the highlights of the visit. They were well preserved. We had a local guide who walked and talked throughout the area. You really need a guide to gain full appreciation of this place.

Volubilis is an archeological site in Morocco, can be visited on the way to Meknes-Fes. It was established in 3rd century BC, grew under the Roman rule from 1st century AD onwards. It was further taken over by the locals who occupied it for about 700 years, ultimately abandoned in 11th century AD. It was destroyed in the earthquake in the 18th century and the stones were taken away by the Moroccan rulers to construct building in Meknes. It was excavated by subsequent rulers and currently it's an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Compared to the other tourist places in Morocco, this one is very unique. Can be visited with a guide to get more information about the place.

This is a spectacular place to visit. It dates back to 25 BC and existed for 300 years until climate change drove them away. A guide is highly recommended. Good walking shoes are a must. Hard to imagine 10;000 people lived there.

Volubilis is not all that well known by tourists, but has a fascinating history. The first-known settlements in the area were in the 3rd century BC. From the 1st century BC to 400 AD the area was settled by the Romans, who came inland to grow wheat and olives (the area was developed as the “breadbasket of the Roman empire”). The Romans driven out by local tribes in 285 AD and never retook the area. It was then inhabited by local tribes for another 700 years before being abandoned. The Lisbon earthquake of 1755 caused considerable damage, leveling and burying many of the structures. The site has been excavated extensively by French and Moroccan archeologists, who believe there is much left to uncover at the site, including likely Roman ruins of a colosseum, hippodrome, etc. Already discovered is the huge triumphal arch/gate; part of the aqueduct, public baths, a basilica, and several luxury homes with ancient tilework. The triumphal arch and other structures were restored by French and Moroccans. The area was designated a World Heritage Site in 1997. The site can be very hot and there is little shade anywhere in the ruins site. Visitors should be sure to carry water. To fully appreciate the place, a knowledgeable local guide is strongly recommended.