Lonely Planet Pocket Marrakesh

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Marrakesh - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Marrakesh's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From listening to Amazigh musicians entertaining evening crowds at Djemaa El Fna, to hopping in a vintage motorbike sidecar for a tour of the city, desert, and Atlas Mountains, and bathing in a public or private hammam.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Marrakesh travel guide:

Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days. Find what you're looking for quickly with this guide's all-new structure and design, and navigate Marrakesh with ease.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Koutoubia Mosque, Dar Si Said, Ben Youssef Medersa, and more.

Exciting "Three Perfect Days" itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions.

Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights.

Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Marrakesh's best-kept secrets and rising trends.

Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section.

Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance.

Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.

Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.

Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Marrakesh.

Covers: Djemaa El Fna & Southern Central Medina; Mouassine & Central Souqs; Kaat Ben Nahid & Bab Debbagh; Kasbah & Mellah; Bab Doukkala & Riad Laarous; Gueliz & Ville Nouvelle.

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Marrakesh.