7 days in Rabat Itinerary

On a vacation in Rabat, a World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital, you can discover the city's long and rich history while enjoying a laidback atmosphere, less touristy than in the booming Casablanca and Marrakech.

Get out of town with these interesting Rabat side-trips: Casablanca (Quartier Habous, Old Medina of Casablanca, &more) and Meknes (Heri es Souani, Bou Inania Medersa, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Chellah, explore the galleries of Espace Expressions CDG, pause for some serene contemplation at Russian Orthodox Church, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Rabat trip planning site.

If you are flying in from Kuwait, the closest major aiports are Rabat-Salé Airport, Mohammed V International Airport and Saïss Airport. In February, daily temperatures in Rabat can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 35°C.