The perfect Marrakech weekend: the medina, Majorelle and a desert escape. Everything you need to come home with great memories.
Friday evening — Arrival + medina
Flight from Paris to Marrakech (3h direct, €80-180). Check in at a riad in the medina. Drinks on the rooftop at Café des Épices. Dinner at Nomad (rooftop).
Saturday — Culture in the medina
Morning: Ben Youssef Madrasa + Saadian Tombs + Bahia Palace.
Lunch at Le Jardin (a hidden patio).
Afternoon: the Semmarine and Cherratine souks + the spice square.
Evening: storytellers on Jemaa el-Fna square + dinner on Mechoui Alley.
Sunday — Majorelle + Agafay Desert
Morning: Jardin Majorelle + YSL Museum (book ahead).
Lunch at Plus 61 in Gueliz.
Afternoon/evening: Agafay Desert excursion with quad biking + a Berber BBQ under canvas. Book it here.
Back in Marrakech at 11pm.
Monday morning — Hammam + departure
A 2-hour traditional hammam spa. Brunch, then transfer to the airport.
Weekend budget
- Flight: €150
- Riad, 3 nights: €200-400
- Meals: €150
- Activities: €200 (Agafay + Majorelle + hammam)
- Total: €700-1000/person
