Riad Antara

UNESCO World Heritage-listed central square that hums with snake charmers, musicians, magicians and other exotics.

The world’s quintessential Arabic bazaar, the Medina’s maze-like souks are a shopper’s paradise.

Float high over dramatic, arid landscapes and look down into traditional Berber villages – a unique and thought-provoking perspective on a spectacular landscape.

A well-respected film festival featuring works from around the globe, and offering the unique chance to watch a movie in the Jemaa el Fna.

An impressive 19th-century palace with intricate Byzantine designs, Dar Si Said is home to a huge collection of artworks, instruments, arms and some of the oldest artifacts in the city.

The (shell) remains of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur’s colossal, 16th-century palace. Once one of the world’s great monuments, it was stripped bare in the 17th century.

Royal tombs of the Saadi dynasty, dating back to the 16th century, decorated with mosaics and intricate woodwork. There are no explanation panels to explain the historical relevance, so only really worthwhile if you’re interested in decorative arts.

Tranquil Medina riad housing an interesting collection of photographs documenting Moroccan life from the 1870s-1950s, that gives the best insight into life in the city before tourism arrived.

An exotic time capsule of ancient streets and souks, blending Arab culture and French colonial heritage.