What are the best things to do in Rabat?
Top picks in Rabat include Old Medina, The Beach, Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum, National Archaeological Museum. See the full list and itinerary on this Rabat travel guide.
Photo: Visions of Domino · CC BY 2.0
Why visit Rabat
Travel guide for Rabat, Morocco — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Rabat is a stop in Morocco, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Old Medina, The Beach, Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 35–100 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: The dry season for the most comfortable travel. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Rabat
1
Old Medina
2
The Beach
3
Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum
4
National Archaeological Museum
5
The Currency Museum of the Bank Al-Maghrib
6
St. Peter's Cathedral
Budget travel
Free things to do in Rabat
The Beach
St. Peter's Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Rabat itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Old Medina
- Visit The Beach
- Visit Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum
- Eat at Cafe Maure
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit National Archaeological Museum
- Visit The Currency Museum of the Bank Al-Maghrib
- Visit St. Peter's Cathedral
- Eat at Majestic
Budget
Rabat trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 35–100
per person / day
Luxury
USD 115–190+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Rabat, Morocco. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Rabat
Estimated total (USD)
$1,935
≈ $968 per person · $276 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $70/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Rabat mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 35–100 · luxury 115–190+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Cafe Maure
Amazing cafe that looks over the sea, where you can drink mint tea and eat sugary treats. The staff are very friendly and you can stay as lo
Majestic
A Cafe
Pizza des Gourmets
Dar Naji Agdal
Le P'Tit Resto
Cafe and sandwich shop with lunch specials and desserts. 35 dirham for a sandwich.
Le Petit Beur
Delicious bstilla. Intimate setting.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Splendide
In the Ville Nouvelle, an easy walk from the train station. Large rooms and big windows, lots of light, around a central courtyard. Quiet an
Hotel de la Paix
Dingy and dank. If you don't get a room with an en suite shower, you don't get to take one at all.
Hotel Central
Bright room with shower and sink, toilet outside. 10-minute walk to Medina. 2-minute walk from Rabat Ville Train Station. Next to main stree
Hotel Majestic
Hotel Sofitel Jardin Des Roses
5-star hotel close to the Royal Palace and a park, considered by some the best (and one of the most expensive) hotel in the city.
Shopping
- Mega Mall
Nightlife
- Amnesia
- Upstairs
- Le Bistrot Pietri
- El Rancho
- El Palatino
- Ty Potes
Museums & culture
- National Archaeological Museum
- The Currency Museum of the Bank Al-Maghrib
- St. Peter's Cathedral
In pictures
Rabat gallery
Photos: Visions of Domino, Petar Milošević, Bernard Gagnon, İhsan Deniz Kılıçoğlu, OHamama — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Rabat travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Rabat?
The dry season for the most comfortable travel.
How many days do I need in Rabat?
Plan at least 2 days in Rabat for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Rabat?
Popular stays in Rabat include Hotel Splendide, Hotel de la Paix, Hotel Central. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Rabat cost?
On the ground in Rabat (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 35–100, and luxury about 115–190+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Rabat, Morocco. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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