Meknes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become. Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour. #meknes #morocco #thingstodo
It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become. Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour. #meknes #morocco #thingstodo
One of the best gates of Morocco
Sahara Holiday Tours is a Travel agency from Morocco
One of the oldest gates in all of Morocco, Bab Mansour in Meknes was completed in 1737. This is one of the parts of the gate that I was in utter awe of it's detail and beauty. Today there is an arts and craft gallery through the doors. So cool. Definitely you need to check it out. WORTH. IT. :)

Where to stay in Meknes

Yup. I could live in this traditional Moroccan guesthouse. This is one of the several common areas that left me in awe. It's like staying in a palace, complete with courtyards, a rooftop overlooking the entire city, incredible staff, the best food we've had in the country and even a swimming pool. #awesome #meknes #morocco #riad #placestostay

Meknes Medina

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Meknes Medina. You might want to make time for a stop at Bou Inania Medersa or El Hedim Square.

Meknes Medina
One of the oldest gates in all of Morocco, Bab Mansour in Meknes was completed in 1737. This is one of the parts of the gate that I was in utter awe of it's detail and beauty. Today there is an arts and craft gallery through the doors. So cool. Definitely you need to check it out. WORTH. IT. :)

Hamria

4/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hamria and surrounding area, you can visit Place el-Hedim and Heri es-Souani.

Hamria
One of the oldest gates in all of Morocco, Bab Mansour in Meknes was completed in 1737. This is one of the parts of the gate that I was in utter awe of it's detail and beauty. Today there is an arts and craft gallery through the doors. So cool. Definitely you need to check it out. WORTH. IT. :)

Ville Nouvelle

Though Ville Nouvelle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim.

Ville Nouvelle
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El Menzeh

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Menzeh and surrounding area, you can visit Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim.

El Menzeh
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Mellah

Mellah might not have many top sights, but El Hedim Square and Bab el-Mansour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mellah
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El Bassatine

Though El Bassatine may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim.

El Bassatine
Hotel Plaisance

Hotel Plaisance

3 out of 5
route de fes el menzeh Meknes
The price is ฿1,770 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿1,770
฿2,039 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Heri es-Souani and Agdal Basin are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (56 reviews)
The hotel rooms are large and pretty decent. The hotel staff were very kind and helpful. Breakfast options are basic but good enough. The grocery store which was walking distance was amazing. Overall we had a pleasant stay here

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Hotel Plaisance
Riad Yacout

Riad Yacout

4 out of 5
22 Pace Lalla Aouda Meknes
Stay at this spa hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Kobt Souk are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
nice and good place

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

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ibis Meknes Hotel

ibis Meknes Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenue des Forces Armees Royales Meknes
The price is ฿1,758 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
฿1,758
฿2,010 total
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail ...
7.4/10 Good! (340 reviews)
Nice guy on reception

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025

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Appartement Meublé

Appartement Meublé

2.5 out of 5
Derb Zemouri Meknes Fez-Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Kobt Souk are located ...
It is near everything. The owner was helpful and pleasant. The TV didn't work properly, I think WiFi signal was strong enough. I highly recommend the apt.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2024

Appartement Meublé
Appartement le Bel Abri

Appartement le Bel Abri

3 out of 5
Riad Ismailia Marjane Meknes Fez-Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and slippers. Popular attractions Palais Mansour and Royal Stables of Moulay Ismail are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Very clean and very gracious about our late arrival.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Appartement le Bel Abri
Riyad Lalla Aicha

Riyad Lalla Aicha

3 out of 5
75 derb El Amal Dar Lekbira Meknes Meknes
Stay at this holiday home in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and Kara Prison are ...
Riyad Lalla Aicha
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Popular places to visit

Amazing detail inside the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes which is open to non Muslims. It is closed between 12-3 most days. Try to avoid the tour groups which are especially thick in the afternoons.

Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail

Find out about the history of Al Machouar – Stinia when you take a trip to Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
Interior of the bedroom and salon of this historical palace in Meknes. Such intricate work! This building served as a palace, hospital and later as an artists' studio before becoming a museum.

Dar Jamai Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dar Jamai Museum in Meknes. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Dar Jamai Museum

Bab el-Mansour

You can find out about the history of Meknes with a trip to Bab el-Mansour. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Bab el-Mansour

Moulay Ismail University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Moulay Ismail University during your travels in Meknes. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Moulay Ismail University

Bou Inania Medersa

Find out about the history of Meknes when you spend time at Bou Inania Medersa. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Bou Inania Medersa

Kara Prison

Learn about the local history of Meknes with a stop at Kara Prison. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Kara Prison

Things to do

A day in the chefchaouen blue city

A day in the chefchaouen blue city

฿1,096
per adult
A day in the chefchaouen blue city
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Day Tour in Blue City of Chefchaouen

฿1,096
per adult
Day Tour in Blue City of Chefchaouen
Excursion to Volubilis from Fez full day

Excursion to Volubilis from Fez full day

฿1,059
per adult
Excursion to Volubilis from Fez full day
Small Group: From Fez to Volubilis -Mouly Idriss and Meknes day trip

Small Group: From Fez to Volubilis -Mouly Idriss and Meknes day trip

฿731
per adult
Small Group: From Fez to Volubilis -Mouly Idriss and Meknes day trip
Croco Park Safari Adventure with Convenient Transfers – Agadir

Croco Park Safari Adventure with Convenient Transfers – Agadir

฿1,119
per adult
Croco Park Safari Adventure with Convenient Transfers – Agadir
Discover Meknes, Volubilis & Moulay Idriss Full Day Tour from Fes

Meknes, Volubilis & Moulay Idriss Small-Group Day Tour from Fes

฿883
per adult
Meknes, Volubilis & Moulay Idriss Small-Group Day Tour from Fes
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