Morocco

Exotic, affordable, and close to Europe — from Marrakech medinas to the surf town of Taghazout.

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Traveler Snapshot: Morocco

A quick reference for planning your trip: visas, weather, health, and the essentials.

Visa & Entry

For US passport holders

Visa-free for up to 90 days for US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia.

Weather & Climate

Mediterranean coast, hot dry interior/desert 104°F+ (40°C+) summer, cold Atlas Mountains in winter.

Best Time to Visit

March–May and September–November for mild weather.

Health & Vaccinations

Hepatitis A and typhoid recommended; keep routine vaccinations current. Drink bottled water.

Safety

Generally safe. Watch for aggressive touts, scams in medinas, and petty theft.

Fast Facts

Capital: Rabat
Currency: Moroccan dirham (MAD)
Languages: Arabic, Berber (French common; English in tourism)
Time zone: UTC+1
Power: Type C/E plugs, 220V
Emergency: 19 (police), 15 (medical)

Visa and entry notes here are written for US passport holders on typical short-stay tourism. Requirements vary by nationality, so if you hold a different passport your rules may differ. Guidance can change frequently. Always confirm current requirements with the official embassy, consulate, or a licensed travel-health provider before you travel.

Top Destinations in Morocco

9 featured cities to explore

Asilah

Whitewashed Atlantic art town on Morocco's northern coast.

1-bed rent from $250/mo

Mediterranean-Atlantic; mild year-round with cool ocean breezes.

Safety: Very Safe

Explore Asilah

Casablanca

Morocco's Atlantic business capital of Art Deco and ocean air

1-bed rent from $420/mo

Mediterranean with Atlantic influence, mild wet winters and warm dry summers moderated by sea breeze

Safety: Generally Safe

Explore Casablanca

Chefchaouen

Morocco's blue-washed mountain town, tucked into the Rif Mountains with a dreamy medina, local craft traditions, and a calm that larger Moroccan cities lack.

1-bed rent from $250/mo

Chefchaouen has a Mediterranean climate moderated by altitude. Summers are warm and dry, averaging 28 to 32 C. Winters are cool and wet, with temperatures around 5 to 12 C and occasional snow. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons.

Safety: Generally Safe

Explore Chefchaouen