Popular tours and itineraries including Rabat

Rabat Holidays

Morocco’s capital doesn't have the wow-factor of Marrakech; Nor does it have the hordes of tourists. Rabat is  sedate but has a star attraction – the old Kasbah des Oudaïas, perched high above the Atlantic rollers.

Rabat has a long and chequered history. Along with its twin city Salé, it was once the haven of the Barbary pirates, the notorious ‘Sallee Rovers’ who preyed upon European merchant ships and kidnapped Cornish villagers. Nowadays Rabat is a quiet, impeccably clean city with palm-lined boulevards and none of the traffic problems that bedevil Casablanca, making it an increasingly popular destination for tourists. When considering where to take a short break in Morocco, a holiday in Rabat certainly shouldn't be counted out.

Overlooking the mouth of the Bou Regreg river is the fortress of the Kasbah des Oudaïas. You can spend a pleasant hour or two strolling down the streets of blue and white houses, admiring the 12th century fortifications and exploring the Andalusian-style garden. Next door, the Café Maure is a great place to sip a mint tea and admire the view over the Atlantic. With a wide array of accommodation options, you can choose to stay in a simple hotel in Rabat or an elaborate riad packed with Moroccan charm.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN RABAT

Parliament of Morocco
Royal Palace
Saint Pierre Cathedral
Mohammed V Mosque
Medina of Rabat
Hassan Tower
Kasbah of the Udayas
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
City Centre

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Rabat

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