Marrakech Travel Budget
How much does it cost to visit Marrakech, Morocco? Plan your budget with our interactive calculator.
Estimated Total for 7 Days
DH5,600
Travel Style
Midrange
Destination
Travel Style
Compare by Travel Style
See how your 7-day trip budget varies across backpacker, midrange, and comfortable travel styles.
Largest Expense
Accommodation
38% of total budget
Price Level
Expensive
Compared to global average
Local Currency
MAD
Symbol: DH
Where Your Money Goes
Understanding your spending helps you travel smarter and stretch your budget further
Daily vs Total Cost
Switch between daily and total views to understand your spending
DH5,600
Total for 7 days
Accommodation
DH2,128
for 7 days
Food & Dining
DH1,568
for 7 days
Transport
DH560
for 7 days
Activities
DH1,064
for 7 days
Other
DH280
for 7 days
Planning Tip
Book accommodations early and compare prices across platforms. Mid-week stays often offer better rates than weekend arrivals, and flexibility with dates can save you up to 25%.
A Day in Marrakech
See exactly what a real day costs, with insider tips for each expense
A Budget Day in Marrakech
Total: DH31
Breakfast at riad or local café
Msemen flatbread with honey
Morning in souks (bargain hard)
Get lost, it's the point
Tagine lunch at local restaurant
Find where workers eat
Ben Youssef Madrasa
Stunning Islamic architecture
Jardin Majorelle
YSL's garden, worth queuing
Mint tea at Café de France
Watch Jemaa el-Fnaa wake up
Dinner at food stalls in the square
Eat where locals eat, avoid touts
Daily Total
7 activities
From Someone's Journal
Marrakech assaults every sense and I loved it. Lost in the souks for hours—spice mountains, leather being dyed, craftsmen hammering metal. Bargained for a lamp, probably still overpaid, don't care. Tagine lunch in a restaurant without a menu: chicken, preserved lemon, olives, 60 dirhams ($6). The Majorelle Garden was a shock of blue after the earth tones of the medina. Watched sunset from a rooftop as the call to prayer echoed across the city. Night in Jemaa el-Fnaa: smoke, music, snake charmers, stories. Morocco is unforgettable.
Memory Prompts for Marrakech
Reflect on your spending with these thoughtful prompts - perfect for your travel journal
How did the sensory overload of the medina affect you?
Medina experience
Describe your best tagine experience—where was it and what made it special?
Moroccan cuisine
What was it like navigating the souks for the first time?
Market culture
How did you handle the haggling culture?
Shopping skills
Free Things to Do in Marrakech
Stretch your budget further with free attractions and insider money-saving tips
Jemaa el-Fnaa Square
Watch snake charmers, storytellers, and musicians in the famous square.
Medina Exploration
Get lost in the ancient maze of streets, souks, and hidden squares.
Koutoubia Mosque Exterior
Non-Muslims can't enter, but the 12th-century minaret is stunning from outside.
Souks Browsing
Explore the markets selling spices, leather, and crafts. Buying is optional.
Menara Gardens
Peaceful olive grove with an iconic pavilion and Atlas Mountain views.
Tanneries View
View the leather tanneries from rooftop shops for free (tip expected).
Jewish Quarter (Mellah)
Historic neighborhood with synagogues and the spice market.
Agdal Gardens
Large orchard garden when open (weekends usually). Free entry.
Arset Moulay Abdeslam Park
Central park with greenery, cafés, and local families.
Street Cat Cafés
Marrakech has many cats! Cafés in the medina are free to sit in with a mint tea.
Practical Tips for Marrakech
Getting Around
Petit taxis have meters (insist they use them). Airport to medina should be 80-100 MAD.
Where to Stay
Stay in a riad for the authentic experience. Budget riads start from 200-400 MAD/night.
Cheap Eats
Street stalls sell tagine for 30-50 MAD. Sandwiches for 10-20 MAD. Fixed-price tourist menus start at 100 MAD.
Tipping Guide
10-15% at restaurants. Small tips for riad staff, guides, and hammam attendants expected.
Best Value Season
June-August is hot but cheap. March-May and October-November offer the best weather/price balance.
Watch Out For
Beware of unofficial guides, "my uncle's shop" scams, and inflated prices. Research common scams before arriving.
Pro tip: Combine free activities with paid attractions for a balanced, budget-friendly itinerary
Neighborhood Guide for Marrakech
Find the perfect area to stay based on your budget and travel style
Medina
Ancient walled city with labyrinthine streets, souks, and traditional riads. The heart of Marrakech.
Best For
Jemaa el-Fnaa Area
The famous square and surrounding riads. Most atmospheric but also most touristy.
Best For
Kasbah & Mellah
Southern medina with Jewish Quarter, Bahia Palace, and fewer tourists.
Best For
Guéliz (New Town)
French-built modern area with Western amenities, cafés, and shopping.
Best For
Hivernage
Upscale area between medina and Guéliz with luxury hotels and nightlife.
Best For
Palmeraie
Palm grove outside the city with resort hotels and golf courses.
Best For
Location Tip
Consider staying in "moderate" neighborhoods for the best balance of cost and convenience. They often have better local restaurants, easier transport links, and more authentic experiences than the most central tourist areas—while still being safe and well-connected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about traveling to Marrakech on a budget
A 7-day trip to Marrakech costs approximately DH5,600 for a midrange travel style. This breaks down to about DH800 per day, covering accommodation, food, local transportation, activities, and miscellaneous expenses.
Daily budgets in Marrakech vary by travel style: Budget/Backpacker travelers spend around DH350/day, Mid-range travelers spend DH800/day, and Comfortable travelers spend DH1,800/day. These estimates include accommodation, meals, local transport, and activities.
Marrakech is considered a relatively expensive destination for tourists. With mid-range daily costs of DH800, it requires careful planning to stay within budget compared to other popular destinations. The largest expense is typically accommodation (38% of budget).
Food typically accounts for about 28% of your daily budget in Marrakech. For a midrange experience, expect to spend around DH224 per day on meals. Street stalls sell tagine for 30-50 MAD. Sandwiches for 10-20 MAD. Fixed-price tourist menus start at 100 MAD.
Marrakech uses the MAD (DH). We recommend exchanging some cash before arrival for small purchases, though credit cards are widely accepted in most establishments. ATMs are readily available throughout the city, but check with your bank about international transaction fees.
Accommodation in Marrakech is the largest expense, typically representing 38% of your budget. For 7 days with a midrange travel style, expect to spend approximately DH2,128 total. Stay in a riad for the authentic experience. Budget riads start from 200-400 MAD/night.
Top money-saving tips for Marrakech: Negotiate everything, Eat at local spots, Share grand taxis. These strategies can significantly reduce your daily costs.
Yes! Marrakech has many free attractions including: Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, Medina Exploration, Koutoubia Mosque Exterior, Souks Browsing, and more. These free activities can help you stretch your budget significantly.
Local transportation typically accounts for 10% of your budget in Marrakech. Petit taxis have meters (insist they use them). Airport to medina should be 80-100 MAD. Budget around DH80 per day for transport.
10-15% at restaurants. Small tips for riad staff, guides, and hammam attendants expected.
June-August is hot but cheap. March-May and October-November offer the best weather/price balance.
Beware of unofficial guides, "my uncle's shop" scams, and inflated prices. Research common scams before arriving.
Data Source
Budget and cost of living data sourced from Numbeo. Prices are estimates based on crowdsourced data and may vary
Ready to explore Marrakech?
Start planning your perfect Marrakech adventure with TripMemo. Create collaborative travel journals, track expenses, and capture every memory.
Your 7-Day Budget
DH5,600
DH800 per day
More Marrakech Travel Tools
Golden Hour Explorer
Find the best times for stunning photography in Marrakech
When To Visit Marrakech
Climate guide, crowd levels, and best months to travel
Travel Journaling Guide
Document your trip memories and experiences
Planning your budget is step one. Documenting the memories is what makes it worth it.
Planning your Marrakech budget? Document every expense and memory in one place.
Morocco Travel Journal →