About Rabat
Rabat is the capital of Morocco, home to around 1,655,753 people.
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
Kasbah of the Oudaias
2
Old Medina
3
Chouhada Cemetery
4
The Beach
5
Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum
6
National Archaeological Museum
7
The Currency Museum of the Bank Al-Maghrib
8
St. Peter's Cathedral
Budget travel
Free things to do in Rabat
Chouhada Cemetery
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
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Kasbah of the Oudaias
- Visit Old Medina
- Visit Chouhada Cemetery
- Eat at Cafe Maure
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit The Beach
- Visit Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum
- Visit National Archaeological Museum
- Eat at Majestic
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit The Currency Museum of the Bank Al-Maghrib
- Visit St. Peter's Cathedral
- Visit Théâtre National Mohammed V
- Eat at Pizza des Gourmets
Where to eat
Cafe Maure
Majestic
Pizza des Gourmets
Dar Naji Agdal
Le P'Tit Resto
Le Petit Beur
El Rancho
Mega Mall Food Court
Where to stay
- HI Hostel Rabat
- Hotel Splendide
- Hotel de la Paix
- Hotel Central
- Medina Surfing Association
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
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