Evening Marrakech: Gastronomic and Market Tour Inside the Medina
Indulge in exotic Moroccan foods and feast your senses on the spectacle of Marrakech’s chaotic main square, Djemaa El Fna, during this unforgettable walking tour. With the help of your local guide, learn about Morocco's vibrant spices, witness the art of haggling at a local meat market, and sample local delicacies including cow’s hoof, sheep’s head and ghoulal, a snail soup. Your gastronomic adventure culminates with a traditional Moroccan dinner amid the snake charmers, henna artists and fortune tellers in eye-popping Djemaa El Fna.
This small-group tour is limited to 12 people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide.
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What's included in Evening Marrakech: Gastronomic and Market Tour Inside the Medina
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Destination of all magic, Jamaâ El Fna square tells through its storytellers, dancers, water sellers and snake charmers, the history of Morocco yesterday and today while subjugating its visitors by its charm that starts in the morning and still only reaches its peak in the evening
Charming Riad Zitoun Jdid has a number of bistros with rooftop terraces, serving mint tea and European food with Moroccan twists. Riad hotels, in grand former homes with inner courtyards, sit alongside traditional hammams and shops selling pottery, kaftans and leather bags. The 19th-century Bahia Palace has intricately decorated interiors and walled gardens, while Dar Si Siad Museum shows crafts and Berber jewelry.
Mellah
The narrow alleys of Mellah were once home to the city's Jewish population, as seen in landmarks like the Lazama Synagogue, with its tiled courtyard and exhibits on Jewish life, and the tranquil Miaara Jewish cemetery. Nearby are the lively Mellah Market, with meat and produce, and Bab Mellah Spice Souk.
Inclusions
- Enjoy 3 typical tastings in the market and authentic local dinner
- Get personalized tips and insights for souks and eateries areas
- Learn how the spices are used in traditional Moroccan cuisine
- Join food-loving Local English-speaking guide
- Try some herbal and spicy Ghoulal, Moroccan Snail Soup
- Discover hidden local food shops, spice market and see locals shop and bargain
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional Food
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
- This tour can cater vegetarians, and vegans, but not gluten intolerance customers. For any specific dietary request, we need to know 24 h before the tour start time. Please contact us through your booking or account.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna. As you walk into Djemaa El-Fna through the main entrance this is a 3-storey café on the right side of the square. Look for the guide holding an Urban Adventures sign or badge.
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Dietary Note This tour can cater vegetarians, and vegans, but not gluten intolerance customers. For any specific dietary request, we need to know 24 h before the tour start time. Please emails us at [email protected]. Dress Code A conservative dress code is recommended in Morocco. Men and women should keep their upper body (especially shoulders, chest and midriff) as well as their knees covered at all times as a sign of respect to the local culture. Wearing shorts is not recommended. Additional Information We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day. Review us How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review.
