Clear passport and baggage, then take an approved airport taxi (or pre-booked transfer) into the medina; traffic usually 15–30 minutes depending on time of day. Allow time for a short rest at arrival if flights are delayed.
Drop bags, confirm any later requests, and freshen up; if your room isn’t ready the riad will normally store luggage and offer a welcome tea. Confirm your dinner reservation timing and ask the riad to help with timed tickets or taxis.
If you want a quick bite before lunch, the riad serves mint tea and msemen (flatbread); otherwise take a 15–20 minute wandering stroll toward Jemaa el-Fnaa to get oriented in the souks. Keep valuables secure and expect hustle and friendly haggling.
Classic medina restaurant serving Moroccan specialties with a pleasant terrace — great for tagines, salads and local flavors in a comfortable setting near the spice square. Confirm reservation and arrive a few minutes early to enjoy the atmosphere.
A restored traditional riad garden in the medina showcasing Islamic and exotic plantings and a tranquil terrace view — perfect after lunch for calm and photos. Open typically around 9:00am–6:30pm; check current closing time and buy tickets in advance when possible.
Short walk to the Koutoubia gardens to admire the iconic minaret and tree-lined lawns; excellent for architecture photos and a relaxing shaded stroll. The mosque itself is not open to non-Muslims but the surrounding gardens are publicly accessible during daylight.
Take a 10–25 minute taxi from the medina to the Majorelle/YSL district in Gueliz; Jardin Majorelle is a highlight for its cobalt-blue structures and exotic plant collection. Majorelle usually closes around 6:00–7:00pm depending on season—buy a timed-entry ticket in advance to guarantee entry and aim to arrive early if possible.
Short taxi back or ask the riad to arrange a driver; use 30–45 minutes to rest and change for dinner. This is a good buffer in case of earlier delays at the gardens.
Contemporary Moroccan cuisine with a focus on local ingredients and modern presentations; reservation set for 19:30 so arrive on time to enjoy the tasting or à la carte menu. Confirm closing time and any dietary requests when you arrive.
If you have energy, return to Jemaa el-Fnaa to experience the square at night—food stalls, performers and lantern-lit energy create a memorable atmosphere. The square is lively well into the night, but keep an eye on belongings and use a short taxi back to the riad if preferred.
Enjoy a final mint tea or light mint-infused dessert at the riad and rest up for the next day’s exploration. If you plan more gardens tomorrow (Menara or Palmeraie), ask the riad to pre-book transport or tickets.