Wander through the souks of Marrakesh sampling olives, dried fruits, nuts, and pastries on this evening tour of the bustling city. After a vibrant evening exploring the spices of Marrakesh, sit down for a delicious dinner in the iconic Djemma El Fnaa.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Starting time 6:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Get a local to show you the hidden local food shops in Marrakech
- Sample a variety of Moroccan delicacies in the souks
- Become a spice guru after a visit to a local spice market
- Explore the legendary Djemma El Fnaa as it comes alive at night
- Savor a traditional Moroccan dinner in the heart of a UNESCO-listed square
Full description
Morocco is known for its bold and flavorful cuisine, and what better place to discover it than the bustling city of Marrakech?
Kick off this delicious Marrakech food tour at the legendary Djemma El Fnaa square, home to almost a millennium of trading, bargaining, eating, and mingling. You’ll feel the history, tradition, and culture instantly as you wander off into the cozy narrow streets branching off from the square, stopping along the way to explore some hidden local shops to taste a few of the many versions of olives, nuts and other typical Moroccan snacks.
From there, head to one of the most popular sections of the city – the spice market! Take in the fragrant aromas of cumin, saffron, ginger, pepper, and turmeric as you wander through the colorful market, and then continue your Moroccan food odyssey through the souks, where you'll discover the many traditional breads, and perhaps try a cow hoof or sheep’s head along the way.
After seeing all the fresh ingredients of the souks and markets, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner amid the bustling World Heritage-listed Djemma El Fnaa at its peak, surrounded by locals, snakes and monkeys – an atmosphere that's hard to beat.
Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Tastings in the market
- Authentic local dinner
- Additional food above and beyond that listed above
- Gratuities for your guide
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Out front of Café France in Djemma El Fnaa. As you walk into Djemma El Fnaa through the main entrance, this is a three-story café on the right side of the square. All through Djemma El Fnaa there are fake guides who will try and convince you to do a tour with them, so please make sure that you find the office guide who will be holding an Urban Adventure sign or badge and waiting for you in front of the café.
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Know before you go
- Dress Standard:
- While Morocco can be considered a liberal Muslim country, as many Moroccan women do not wear headscarves, it is still very conservative by standards you may be accustomed to at home. Thus you should dress accordingly, and as a general guideline, shoulders, cleavage, and knees should be covered at all times. Wearing shorts (men and women), low-cut tops, and showing your midriff is not recommended as it will restrict your entry into buildings of a religious nature and family homes, as it is considered disrespectful to the local culture.
- Long, light-colored, lightweight, long-sleeved shirts, trousers, and long skirts are respectful. They’ll cover your body, keep you cool in the heat, and protect you from the harsh sun.
- As this is an evening tour, please bring a jumper in case it gets cool after dark.
- Maximum group size is 12 people.
