Rabat in 1 day
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Rabat is one of those cities in the Arab countries that blend modernity and tradition almost unintentionally, without leaving any traces, simply by bringing together different neighbourhoods.
You can still visit the vibrant Medina, with its maze-like narrow streets, full of shops and markets interspersed with restaurants and cafés. The most famous market is the Gold Souk, which is enclosed with reeds and is not to be missed.
Furthermore, the Moroccan capital is one of the four imperial cities in Morocco thanks to some of its most important remains, such as the Oudayas Kasbah, the origins of Rabat, and the Hassan Tower, which was designed by the same architect as the Giralda in Seville.
One of the things that most defines Rabat is the crossing of the waters between the Bou Regreg river, which forms an important part of the city and almost looks like a closed sea at certain points, and the Atlantic Ocean, where the waters are open and lively.
Far from what you might think because of the hot months, Morocco’s capital is known as the city of gardens because it has large green areas all around. The most visited ones are the so-called Andalusian Gardens which were built in the old Almohad palace in front of the river in the Andalusian style.
Itinerary day 1
10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon
The Medina
People come and go along its narrow streets all day, as in any Arab city, albeit in a more orderly fashion around here. The main street is Avenue Mohammed V, and don't miss the Gold Souk, which is covered with reeds and has some very interesting stalls.
12.00 noon - 12.45 p.m.
Hassan Tower
Continuing along Avenue Mohamed V, you will come to the Hassan Tower, which is actually the ruins of an ancient 12th-century mosque, where the minaret remains, which was built by the same architect as the Giralda in Seville, alongside 200 columns.
1.00 - 1.30 p.m.
Mohammed V Mausoleum
At the end of the esplanade of the Hassan Tower is the tomb of King Mohammed V and his sons Hassan II and Mulay Abdellah. Up to 400 Moroccan artists worked on its construction in the Andalusian style and it is always watched over by members of the Royal Guard.
1.45 - 3.30 p.m.
Lorenzo
This elegant restaurant located in the Farah Rabat Hotel is a unique place in the centre of Rabat to take a break from a morning of sightseeing and enjoy a menu featuring international options or more traditional food. It is very close to the Mausoleum.
3.30 - 4.30 p.m. 30
Oudayas Kasbah
This was where the first city of Rabat was established. Today, the remains of this wall and fortifications are one of the most magical places to watch the sunset and a viewpoint overlooking where the Bou Regreg river flows out into the Atlantic Ocean, where the various beaches of Rabat begin.
6.00 - 7.00 p.m.
Andalusian Gardens
Although they were built in the 20th century, during the French Protectorate, they still retain the essence of the Andalusian orchards where fruit trees, flowers and water feature prominently. It´s the perfect place to cool off on the hottest days of the year.
7.00 - 8.00 p.m.
Café Maure
This mythical café facing the Bou Regreg River is a meeting place for foreigners arriving in the city and locals looking to enjoy the coolness of the mouth of this wide river while enjoying a Moroccan tea and an entertaining chat.
8.00 - 10.00 p.m.
Le Dhow
This is a beautiful restaurant on a wooden boat moored on the Bou Regreg River. In addition to a varied gastronomic offer, Le Dhow offers views of the walls of the Oudayas Kasbah, in Rabat, and of Salé itself.