Marrakech in 2 Days: The Ideal Weekend Itinerary
Two days are enough to grasp the essence of Marrakech if you plan well: one day for the medina and its monuments, one day for the Majorelle Garden and a big experience outside the walls. Here is the plan that works best.
For Marrakech in 2 days, spend day 1 in the medina: the Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, the souks and sunset over Jemaa el-Fna square, where the grill stalls set up at nightfall. On day 2, visit the Majorelle Garden at opening time, then end with an evening in the Agafay desert (camel ride or quad, then a dinner show), about 40 minutes from the city. If you would rather have a big early-morning thrill, swap Majorelle for a sunrise hot-air balloon flight. Stay in a riad in the medina so you can do everything on foot. The most requested experiences, Majorelle and Agafay, should be booked ahead: Majorelle entry is by timed slot, and the most popular Agafay evenings show more than 35,000 reviews.
The Plan at a Glance
| Time | Day 1 | Day 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Koutoubia and Bahia Palace | Majorelle Garden and YSL museum |
| Lunch | Rooftop lunch in the medina | Lunch in Gueliz |
| Afternoon | Souks and Ben Youssef Madrasa | Free time, hammam or riad pool |
| Evening | Sunset over Jemaa el-Fna | Agafay desert: camel or quad and dinner |
Day 1: the Medina
Start early with the Koutoubia and Bahia Palace before the heat and the groups. In the afternoon, get lost in the souks, then find a terrace overlooking Jemaa el-Fna for sunset. See Jemaa el-Fna square and Marrakech monuments.
Day 2: Majorelle and the Agafay Desert
Arrive at the Majorelle Garden at opening time to avoid the crowds, then enjoy a quiet afternoon. In the late afternoon, head to the Agafay desert for sunset and a dinner show under the stars.
| Experience | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Majorelle Garden entry ticket | 4.5 | 11,610 | €23 |
| Agafay: quad, camel and dinner show | 4.8 | 36,771 | €20 |
| Agafay: sunset camel ride and dinner show | 4.6 | 37,612 | €14 |
| Hot-air balloon flight with breakfast buffet | 4.8 | 10,196 | €61 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change. At weekends, Agafay evenings and Majorelle slots go first.
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Where to Stay for 2 Days
A riad in the medina, near Jemaa el-Fna or in the Mouassine district, lets you do everything on foot. See where to stay in Marrakech and the best riads in Marrakech.
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Arriving in Marrakech
Marrakech-Menara airport is about 20 minutes from the medina. A transfer booked in advance avoids haggling on arrival. See arriving at Marrakech airport.
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In Short
- Day 1: medina and Jemaa el-Fna.
- Day 2: Majorelle and the Agafay desert (or a balloon flight).
- Medina riad and advance bookings.
