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8 Days in Rabat: A Journey Through History and Culture

Girish Chaskar

Girish Chaskar

23 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore ancient marvels, visit world-class museums, and indulge in the authentic flavors of Moroccan cuisine. Get ready for an extraordinary experience that will leave you captivated.

Day 1Coastal Delights and Botanical Wonders
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$0

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$ 2

Corniche de Rabat
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Botanical Garden
Subdued, picturesque botanical garden showcasing a wide variety of tropical & desert plants.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Artistic Expressions
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$10

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$ 2

National Zoo Rabat Morocco
Zoological park with 130 species in simulated mountain, desert, savanna & rainforest habitats.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$10
17 - 21 min

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Bab Rouah Gate
Original works by national & international artists exhibited in a restored 12th-century structure.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Art Gallery Espace Expressions CDG
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 3Modern Art and Historical Treasures
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$33

Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
Striking national museum with a broad collection of contemporary & modern art in a sleek setting.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$20
3 - 4 min

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Museum of History and Civilizations
Sleek, intimate museum showcasing ancient tools, art & artifacts from past & current excavations.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
Day 4Majestic Mausoleums and Architectural Marvels
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$25

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$ 2

Mausoleum of Mohammed V
Royal family mausoleum & mosque known for its ornate Alaouite architecture & green tiled roof.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$5
4 - 6 min

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Hassan Tower
This famous red sandstone landmark is a remnant of a 12th-century minaret that was never finished.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$8
7 - 9 min

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Bank Al Maghrib Museum
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
Day 5Tee Off at the Royal Golf Dar Essalam
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$50

Royal Golf Dar Essalam
Luxe sports complex in cork oak forest, with 3 golf courses, a school & a fine-dining restaurant.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
Day 6Crafts and Ruins: Unveiling Oulja and Chellah
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$10

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$ 2

Oulja craft complex
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Chellah
Landscaped gardens on the site of an ancient citadel featuring Roman ruins & royal tombstones.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10
Day 7Artistic Enclaves and Ancient Fortresses
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$28

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$ 3

Villa des Arts
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$13
9 - 11 min

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Oudayas, National Museum of Adornement
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$15
13 - 16 min

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Borj Adoumoue (Bastion des Larmes)
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 8Spiritual Serenity and Lush Gardens
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$8

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$ 2

Medersa
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$8
12 - 15 min

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Nouzhat Hassan Garden
Tree-shaded park established in 1924, with a duck pond & a playground, plus a flower market nearby.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $171 In total

Activities & Food:$163
Transport:$9