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Everything you need to know about Morocco
Where to go, what to do and where to stay in 20 destinations — plus visas, money, transport, safety, moving to Morocco and the big projects changing the country before the 2030 World Cup.
- 19.8 milliontourist arrivals in 2025 (record)
- 90 daysvisa-free stay for many passports
- 2030World Cup co-host
- 19 / 112emergency police number
Top destinations
See all →From imperial medinas to Atlantic surf towns, snowy cedar forests and Saharan dunes.
Marrakech, High Atlas & SaharaMarrakechThe Red City: souks, palaces and gardens at the foot of the Atlas.
Imperial cities & Middle AtlasFesThe spiritual and craft capital, with the world’s largest car-free medina.
Atlantic coastCasablancaMorocco’s economic capital: Art Deco streets, ocean corniche and the Hassan II Mosque.
Atlantic coastRabatThe calm, green capital on the Bouregreg estuary.
North & MediterraneanTangierThe gateway between Africa and Europe on the Strait of Gibraltar.
North & MediterraneanTetouan & Tamuda BayThe "white dove" of the Rif and the beaches of the Moroccan Riviera.
North & MediterraneanChefchaouenThe blue city in the Rif mountains.
Imperial cities & Middle AtlasMeknesSultan Moulay Ismail’s imperial city, next to Roman Volubilis.
Map of Morocco
The whole country
Northern and central Morocco
Why Morocco now
Morocco welcomed a record 19.8 million tourists in 2025, up 14% on 2024, and remains Africa’s most visited country. The government targets 26 million visitors by 2030, the year Morocco co-hosts the FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Few countries pack so much variety into a few hours of travel: the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, the Rif, Middle and High Atlas mountains, the Sahara, and four imperial cities whose medinas are UNESCO World Heritage sites. This guide brings it together in one place, in six languages.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Morocco?
Citizens of many countries — including the EU, UK, USA, Canada and Australia — can stay up to 90 days without a visa. Others may need a visa or e-Visa. Always check the official portal consulat.ma before travelling.
What is the best time to visit Morocco?
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) suit most of the country. The Atlantic coast is pleasant all year, the Sahara is best from October to April, and summer in Marrakech and Fès is often above 40 °C.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Morocco is generally a safe destination. The most common problems are pickpocketing in crowds and insistent unofficial guides. Emergency numbers: police 19, mobile 112, ambulance 15, gendarmerie 177. More in practical information.
Can I pay by card or should I carry cash?
Cards work in most hotels, large shops and many restaurants, but souks, taxis and small towns need cash. The dirham (MAD) is only available in Morocco: you can bring in or take out at most 2,000 dirhams in cash.
How do I get around Morocco?
Trains link Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Fès, Meknès and Marrakech, with the Al Boraq high-speed train from Tangier to Casablanca. CTM and Supratours buses reach the rest, including Chefchaouen, Essaouira and Merzouga.
Can foreigners live in Morocco?
Yes. After arrival you apply within 90 days for a residence permit at the police foreigners’ office in your city. See the full guide to living in Morocco.