About Morocco

Morocco

(the full Arabic name is Al Mamlakah al Maghribiyah which translates into “The Western Kingdom” ) is located on the North West coast of Africa and has ports in the North Atlantic Ocean as well as the Mediterranean Sea. It is the third most populous Arab country. Morocco shares the largest part of its border with Algeria to the East and Western Sahara to the South. Morocco is divided into sixteen regions. Each region is further divided into provinces and prefectures. The capital of Morocco is Rabat and its largest city is Casablanca. The national currency is the Moroccan Dirham.

Getting Here

U.S. citizens and British citizens must present passports for entry into Morocco, but a visa is not necessary for stays up to three months. Besides, Mohammed V International Airport (CMD) is the main international airport and is located in Nouasseur, which is approximately 25 km (15 miles) from Casablanca. There are also some 60 regional airports throughout the country. Royal Air Maroc is the national air carrier. For U.S. travelers, Delta and Continental offer regularly scheduled flights. From the United Kingdom and Europe, flights are offered by Air France, Easy Jet, and Ryanair traveling to many Moroccan destinations. For domestic flights within Morocco, travelers rely upon the company called Regional Air Lines. Cruise lines like Norwegian and Royal Caribbean facilitate travel to Morocco by ship, providing itineraries that include regular stops at the main port in Casablanca. For more travel information, see our flights and hotels sections.

Accommodations

Morocco has a variety of accommodations from which to choose. In the larger cities, such as Casablanca and Tangier, there are several international hotels including the Ramada, Sheraton, and Hyatt Regency. However, throughout all of the major cities and in the metropolitan centers of Morocco, excellent five-star hotels that offer the luxury of their international counterparts but with local charm and hospitality are available. Many travelers find that the best accommodations in Morocco are Riads. In Morocco, older districts steeped in culture typically host riads.

Destinations and Attractions

Morocco boasts abundant natural beauty and imperial cities for those eager to explore its rich culture and history. From numerous mosques and palaces to historical sites like the ancient city of Asilah, the Grottoes of Hercules, and El Bahia Palace, there’s much to discover. The breathtaking Moroccan landscape, featuring the Sahara Desert and majestic mountain ranges, adds to the country’s unforgettable allure.

Culture and Heritage

Moroccan culture is rich in history, the arts, and sciences. Throughout Morocco, there is a wide choice of museums such as The Museum of Antiquities and The Ethnographic Museum in Tetouan. Besides, another favorite stop is the Museum of Moroccan Art. Besides, it houses on display unique collections of glass objects, manuscripts, exquisite carpets, jewelry, pottery, and ancient manuscripts. Unique theatrical venues include the Alliance Franco-Marocaine Theater and the Teatro de Cervantes. Popular outdoor festivals also abound with performances held at the Marrakech Popular Arts.

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