Summer weekend in Marrakech
How locals do summer in Marrakech — patios, beaches, festivals and the long-evening rituals that only happen in July and August.
Top spots in Marrakech
Atlas Day Trip
OutdoorsHigh Atlas
1-hour drive to Imlil for Berber villages, waterfalls and snow-capped peaks.
Jardin Majorelle
OutdoorsGueliz
Yves Saint Laurent's cobalt-blue garden of cacti, palms and bamboo.
Comptoir Darna
NightlifeHivernage
Belly dancers, world DJs and Moroccan cocktails — the late-night Marrakech classic.
Where to eat
Café Clock
$Moroccan / café · Kasbah
Camel burgers, storytelling nights and cooking classes — backpacker classic.
Dar Yacout
$$$$Traditional Moroccan · Medina
Set-menu feast in a candlelit riad — six courses, mint tea, fountain music.
La Mamounia Le Marocain
$$$$Haute Moroccan · Hivernage
Legendary palace-hotel restaurant — pastilla, lamb mechoui, royal service.
Le Jardin
$$Mediterranean · Medina
Tile courtyard hidden off a souk lane, tortoises and orange trees included.
Nomad
$$$Modern Moroccan · Medina
Rooftop with souk views, contemporary tagines and a great cocktail list.
Live & on stage
Atlas Electronic
Villa Janna · Jul 18–20 · Electronic / World
Marrakech du Rire
Multiple · Jun 18–22 · Comedy
Marrakech Film Festival
Palais des Congrès · Nov 28 – Dec 6 · Cinema / Music
Oasis Festival
Fellah Hotel · Sep 12–14 · Electronic
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Jardin Majorelle, Atlas Day Trip, Comptoir Darna. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Marrakech and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.