Food tour in the Medina of Marrakech
Excursions & day trips

Food tour in the Medina of Marrakech

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$52.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 3 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore local food shops in Marrakech with a local guide
  • Visit the spice market and become an expert
  • Taste a traditional Moroccan dinner
  • Enjoy dinner in the middle of a World Heritage listed square
What to expect

Ready for a real taste of Marrakech? Let's eat! We begin in the legendary Djemaa El-Fna square, the vibrant heart of the medina where trade, food, and daily life have unfolded for centuries. After a quick introduction, dive into the maze of souks and experience the city through its flavours.

Stroll past bustling market stalls and stop to taste local olives and traditional Moroccan pastries, while gaining insight into how locals shop and bargain. Along the way, your guide will point out key ingredients and explain the role food plays in Moroccan culture and history. Enjoy a comforting bowl of harira served with dates and chebakia—an iconic combination—before stopping for a sweet treat like sfenj or msemen, paired with refreshing mint tea.

Your experience ends back in Djemaa El-Fna, where the square comes alive after dark. Take a seat among the lively food stalls and enjoy a traditional dinner, choosing between a flavourful tangia or a vegetarian tagine. Surrounded by the sights, sounds, and aromas of the medina, it's the perfect way to end your evening.

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What's included
  • check Local English speaking guide
  • check Tastings in the market
  • check Authentic local dinner
What's not included
  • x_not_included Additional food above and beyond that listed above
  • x_not_included Tip / gratuities for your guide
  • x_not_included Items of a personal nature
Where

Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna

Meeting point:
Meet us outside the Café France in Djemaa El-Fna. As you walk into Djemaa El-Fna through the main entrance this is a 3-storey café on the right side of the square. Your official guide will be holding an Urban Adventures sign or badge and be waiting for you in front of the café. Be careful to fake guides!
What to remember
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour. Children younger than 6 are permitted at no extra cost, but please make sure you inform your guides of this before you take the tour
  • This tour can cater vegetarians, and vegans, but not gluten intolerance customers. For any specific dietary request, we need to know 24 h before the tour start time. Please emails us at info@marrakechurbanadventures.com.
  • This tour takes place in a vibrant local market, where we collaborate with independent vendors. As their operating hours and availability can vary, the route, stops, and food inclusions may occasionally change. We appreciate your understanding and promise to always deliver a rich and authentic experience.
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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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