There is More to Marrakesh than the Souks.

20 Top Picks for Families :

Make Each Day Count....

 

Some of the many places to enjoy together, in Marrakech. Click to link to the official websites, for further information, although it may be in French!

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• Horse & Carriage Ride - A visit to the Jemaa El Fna is incomplete with out taking the family on a horse & carriage ride. The chances are you will end up paying more than a local for the experience, but the kids will love it & you can capture some beautiful snaps during the ride. You can take a ride down to the Carre Eden Mall or Menara Mall for some air-conditioned family fun & places to eat.

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• Quad Biking - For a fun day out, try out a quad biking experience in the sandy dunes around Marrakech. A unique and memorable day where you can take in the stunning desert scenery, whilst enjoying the exhilaration of travelling by quad bike through the Moroccan desert. Find Out More>

 

• Palooza Land - A small dinosaur theme park.  The dinosaurs and rides are perfect for toddlers and young children. There are also some rides and a zip wire activity for older children. It is not Alton Towers or even Gulliver's Land, but it is a nice place to visit for a couple of hours. Open 2.30pm- 10pm daily. You purchase an Access card at the Box Office, with credits, which are redeemed for rides or access to the swimming pools. Address:  Koudiate laabid, route de Casablanca, Marrakech. Phone: +212524059504 You can also walk down to the massive nearby Marjane Supermarket to do some essentials shopping, followed by lunch at Fuddruckers or Pizza Hut. But please do ensure you arrange a lift back otherwise you might find yourself stranded. 

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• Ensemble Artisanal & Cyber Parc - Close to one another, these to venues are great for a family visit. The Ensemble Artisinal is perfect for your souvenir shopping. There is a lot of choice, a chilled out atmosphere & good prices. There are also some places offering refreshments. You can pick up some postcards from here to send home but you will need to get the stamps from the Post Office 'La Poste' located in the Jemma el Fna. The Cyber Parc is great for the kids to run around and you to unwind. Lush green gardens & walkways. Located on Avenue Mohammed V, a short walk from the Khoutabia Mosque, away from the Medina. Admission: FREE

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• KidZo - On the top level of the Menara Mall, Kidzo is a hub of excitement for kids of all ages. With a massive selection of arcade type games, a soft-play area and even a small ice rink to amuse. You purchase an reloadable card with credits at the KidZo reception, which are used to pay for the rides and attractions.  Meanwhile, the food court offers a variety of restaurants and snack bars, all with a panoramic view of Marrakech. KidZo is open daily between 10am - 10pm, restaurants open at 12pm. There is also a Carrefour Supermarket.  Address:  Avenue Mohammed VI Marrakech 

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• Camel Rides - For a change of scene, take a leisurely camel ride and enjoy a relaxing break from the busy markets and streets of Marrakech. Ideal for children and adults alike. Find Out More>

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• Le Vizir Center Parc & Resort - You can access the park as a day visitor. The park has a large pirate themed swimming pool, a women-only pool, zip wire & rope parks, archery, rock-climbing, tennis courts and a gym. There is a restaurant on site which serves a good selection of food. The Jasmine Spa also offers a Hamam experience and superb massages. It really is a great day out for the whole family, away from the hustle & bustle of the Medina of Marrakech.  Address:  Route de Casablanca, Oulad Ben Rahmon. Phone:  +212524354141 

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• Essaouira - Book a day tip to this enchanting coastal town, with its windy beach, about 2 hours 45mins away. 

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• Desert Nights - Experience the magic of a two or three night stay in the desert, under the stars. Staying in tents, eating and sleeping under the desert stars. Collection from your accommodation in a 4-wheel drive vehicle with many stops on the way to visit some of the well-known places in Morocco. Contact Ali from Magic of Marrakech Tours for booking enquiries via WhatsApp: +212 661 936651

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• Eden Andalou Aquapark - The aquapark has 5 pools, a kids activity pool, slides and snack bar. Open from 10am to 6pm daily. Toddlers under 80cm go free, children upto 120cm starting price of 100 MAD and adults prices start at 170 MAD.  Food & drink from outside can not be brought in, so you might want to consider the option including a meal. Eden Andalou Aquapark address: Km 4 route Amezmiz The aquapark is closed during January & February.

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• Majorelle Gardens - A place where art meets nature, in a most exquisite and unique way. Escape to these botanical gardens, with the family for an hour or so, you won't be disappointed. Visit the Berber Museum & the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. Open between 9am and 5pm daily. Adults pay 70 MAD to access the gardens and children under 12 years enter free. The gardens are wheel-chair friendly.  Address: Rue Yves Saint Laurent, Marrakech Phone:  +212661759058 

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• Carré Eden Mall - On the top level of the mall is Kinder Club. A good-sized soft-play area for toddlers and young kids. Ages 3- 12 years. You can leave them there supervised while you shop or enjoy a meal at the food court. Phone: +212524435730.  At the Food Court, there is Burger King, Walk in Wok as well as other healthy & junk food type restaurants to order from. Or head to the basement where you will find a large Carrefour supermarket, perfect for stocking up on snacks and water. There is also free wifi. Address: Boulevard Mohamed V, Gueliz, Marrakech 

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• Day Trips - Ait ben Hadou, Ouzarate, Ourika Valley, Ouzoud, Essaouria. More details coming soon. Contact Ali from Magic of Marrakech Tours for booking enquiries via WhatsApp: +212 661 936651 Or speak to their UK representative Sally on 07796472716. Find out more about the Excursions available>