Things to do in Rabat
What to see in Rabat: the main sights and restaurants
Unknown and overlooked by many, Rabat is an interesting city to visit on a trip to Morocco. Its streets are steeped in a rich history that is well worth discovering to understand Morocco and its past a little better. If you’ve ever wondered if there is tourism in Rabat, read on…you might get a nice surprise.
Rabat Medina, authenticity, tradition and lots of shopping
By strolling leisurely and aimlessly through the Rabat Medina, you will get to know some of the essence of Morocco, from its popular and historical architecture to its customs and how it understands commercial relations.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a pantheon for two kings
Here lie the remains of Hassan II, who erected the Pharaonic tomb in memory of his father, Mohammed V, the father of Moroccan independence.
Hassan Tower, the Giralda’s “twin sister”
Built in 1195, this minaret was part of the pharaonic and unfinished mosque designed in Rabat by Sultan Ya’qub al-Mansur.
Rabat Royal Palace, symbol of the Alaouite monarchy
Located in the heart of Rabat, the official residence of the King of Morocco is one of the jewels in the crown of the Moroccan capital.
Rabat’s dazzling Gold Souk
This reed-covered market in the medina is where all the city’s jewellers congregate with their gold, silver and precious stones.
Mohammed V Avenue, a symbol of modern Rabat
This great urban thoroughfare of the ‘New City’, designed in 1912, is the centre of Rabat’s high-end restaurants, cafés, shops and jewellery stores.
Chellah, a 14th century fortified necropolis
This historic cemetery was built by the Benimerin sultan Abu al-Hassan on top of an ancient Roman city.
Andalusian Gardens (Medina), Rabat’s flower-filled oasis
Rabat’s Andalusian Gardens were designed in the 20th century following the Andalusian style and essence, creating a paradise next to the palace.
What to buy in Rabat, five places to find tempting treasures
What to buy in Rabat, a city where tradition blends seamlessly with modern life in the souks and shopping streets of the Medina.