How to spend three days in Marrakech – Forbes Travel Guide Story

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Follow this guide to spend a colorful holiday in Red City. Image source: Istock-Olena Z

Marrakech Rhythm. You will feel this as you step into the Medina, wander around Kasbah and explore the garden. It’s not an intoxicating beat, but a subtle, consistent sensory measure – a call to prayer, with a breeze with an orange blossom or classic mint. A step was taken soon.

There is no better place to adjust the rhythm of the city than the recommended Forbes travel guide Sultana Marrakechevery detail can respond to the timeless charm of the destination. Sitting on the edge of Kasbah, La Sultana shares the walls with Royal Saadian Tombs. The hotel is perfect for exploring the layered history of Marrakech, from the ancient Medina to the Imperial District and beyond. With only 28 rooms, it is also a masterpiece of restoration.

The property consists of five historic RIADs from the early 1900s, each carefully restored using traditional techniques such as mosaic tiles, hand-carved plaster, painted wooden ceilings, marble and brickwork, all together creating a tranquil retreat to crown the rooftop garden overlooking the Medina and the distant Atlas Mountains.

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La Sultana Marrakech is a wealthy man in the Kasbah Center. Credits: Marrakech Sultanna

Day 1

Starting from the sunrise running throughout the city, there is something more to you than just a piece of land, but the scope of history. Jonathan Wheeler Running in Moroccocurate 5 and 10K running tours to integrate sports and culture. Wheeler is a certified track and field coach in the United States and has been leading the way in Marrakech for more than a decade and the tailoring cycle includes city highlights such as Kasbah Walls, Bab Agnaou and Mamamounia Gates. However, before you consider this activity as a strict hardcore athlete, know the pace, fitness level, and interests of running.

“I always tell guests that it’s not a race, it’s an experience,” Wheeler said. “Whether you’re doing one-to-five runs here, I want people to discover Marrakech in a way that feels, is active and connects with this place.”

After crossing the finish line, a shrimp green salad, grilled sea bass and enjoy the terrace views were spread over the hotel’s La Table du Souk.

When you finish your meal, Lace explores the historic Medina of Marrakech, which dates back to the 11th century and is designed as an almost impenetrable maze designed to deprive the invaders. Of course, you can explore the Medina yourself, but Najat Noudari It is one of the city’s main cultural guides. Her immersive walk takes you deep into the Medina and its history and get close to the artisans. You will visit the city’s bakers, blacksmiths, weavers, herbists and tanners, while also checking for landmarks, e.g. Koutoubia Mosque16th century Sadian Tomb and Casba Mosquea rare example of religious architecture in Almohad.

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Enjoy the lightweight menu of the Odette rooftop bar. Credits: Cecile Treal

When you return to La Sultana, you can take action on the newly discovered Moroccan craft knowledge in La Sultana’s actions Design Journey. Khalid, a resident heritage expert at La Sultana, will take you through the hotel’s design history and restoration and point out every handheld detail – from Zellij Tilework and Cedar ceilings to custom ironwork and stucco.

Come to dinner time and head to La Sultana Odette Rooftop Bar. Its Mezze menu is made for Marrakech Magic – gentle and delicious. Small plates celebrate Moroccan ingredients, spices and aromas, but mix them with global talents, such as with crispy sheep cheese cigars with basil, garden spring rolls and five-element squid.

Although you bite and watch here, you’re here to taste cocktails too. Enjoy the Yves Saint Laurent of Majorelle (Gin G’vine, Cointreau, Cuitreau, Curacao and Lemon Juice) under the stars, or have some fun with Moroccan-style drinks like Rock the Kasbah (Champagne, Peach and Cactus) or Midnight in Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech, Vodka, bitter Orange Orange and Star anise.

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See the city from an amazing height. Credit: Istock-frederic Prochasson

Day 2

Set your alert to 5:30 AM, which may sound early, but it’s worth it Map Album. The team will pick you up at your hotel and be 30 to 40 minutes’ drive in the city, where you will ride a group balloon in the countryside. As the sun rises, you will drift above the olive trees, desert ridges and Berber villages before landing on a traditional breakfast at the desert camp.

By the morning, you will return to Marrakech to discover more discoveries with Noudari, just in time to sneak into the city’s empire past. You’ll be in Bahia Palacea 19th century painted ceiling and carved garden wonders, then explore But also,,,,, The former palace is now home to one of Morocco’s most abundant collections of wood carvings, textiles, jewelry and more decorative arts. Make sure to ask Noudari to take you to the traditional Berber pharmacy where the shelves are equipped with old-fashioned products such as Tisanes, Tinctures and Tiktok’s favorite: clay pot lipstick, made in the traditional way using natural ingredients like poppy petals and pomegranate.

Lunch, go Spice terracerooftop restaurant built on an ancient ruin Caravan (Hotel) in the heart of Medina. Looking forward to an open-air diet, panoramic vistas of the souk below, and a curated menu of traditional Moroccan dishes and international favorites.

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Pouring tea at Zeitoun Cafe is pure art. Credits: Cecile Treal

If you can’t get the table there, venture to Casbah modest Famoon Cafeit has its own charming terrace and a range of unyielding local dishes such as the Lamb Tajin (Slow-cooked signature of the Red City and infused with spices)pills (Sprayed with cinnamon and powdered sugar for sweetness and hybrid pie) and Wire (A tomato soup wrapped in lentils and chickpeas). And, of course, Maghrebimint Teais must. Moroccans pour tea into the art, but when you are too hot, you can ask for a version of foam ice.

When you have an idea ready, book the final immersive experience: Royal Hammam Signature Treatment at La Sultana’s Spa. Walking into the jade-colored shelter, you will feel like you are trapped in a dream. With this service, black soap assisted exfoliation, body mask and soft body stretches show the most indulgent in Marrakech.

After the show and rest time in your room, look for food and cocktails to enjoy upstairsroof. This small design oasis almost sat with the Koutoubia mosque, poured out excellent drinks (Vodka-, Cucumber and Melon Liqueur-Path-Power El Pacha) and cooked amazing meat and fish dishes.

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Jardin Majorelle is an urban oasis of towering cactus, beautiful quintets and colorful walls. Image source: Istock-leate Dorin

Day 3

Flowers last morning immersed in artistry. start Major Garden,,,,, Lush cobalt blue reserve. Dreamed up in the 1920s by French painter Jacques Majorelle and restored in the 1980s by Yves Saint Laurent and business partner Pierre Bergé, Jardin Majorelle is a two-and-a-half-acre urban oasis of towering cacti, bamboo groves and bougainvillea from five continents, all set against bursts of the signature Majorelle Blue color often associated with Morocco.

Next door is Yves Saint Laurent Museum. Book merged tickets in advance; this is the only way to unlock these two iconic attractions. Terra Cotta Hud’s museum pays tribute to the legendary designer. As Africa’s first fashion museum, this is a futuristic love letter that can accommodate the most iconic look of YSL. Inside, you’ll also find a research library with over 5,000 books, a 150-seat auditorium, a chic bookstore and a sun-drenched terrace cafe that invites Moose useumes to hang out.

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