Rabat Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Rabat tours and things to do in Morocco’s elegant capital: explore the blue-and-white alleys of the Kasbah of the Udayas above the sea, marvel at the soaring Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, wander the walled medina, walk among the Roman and Islamic ruins of Chellah, and stroll the Atlantic waterfront. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Explore Rabat by interest
Whatever brings you to Rabat — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Top attractions in Rabat
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Kasbah Udayas
Blue-and-white.
Hassan Tower
Grand minaret.
Mausoleum V
Royal tomb.
Medina
Souks & food.
Chellah
Roman ruins.
Royal Palace
Grand gates.
Atlantic Coast
Beaches & sea.
Bou Regreg
River & marina.
City awayKasbah Udayas
Blue-and-white.
City awayHassan Tower
Grand minaret.
City awayChellah
Roman ruins.
City awayMedina
Souks & food.
1 hr awayCasablanca
Great mosque.
City awayAtlantic Coast
Beaches & sea.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Rabat visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Mar–May)
Warm, green and pleasant — the best time.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Warm but tempered by Atlantic breezes; good for the coast.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Mild and comfortable — lovely for sightseeing.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool and sometimes wet, but quiet and green.
For the coast
Summer is warmest for the Atlantic beaches.
Best overall
Spring and autumn are ideal.
One day
The kasbah, Hassan Tower and Chellah.
Two days
Add the medina and the coast.
Three days
Add a Casablanca or Meknes day trip.
For history
Hassan Tower and Chellah.
For the sea
The Atlantic coast and marina.
With kids
The kasbah and storks at Chellah.
On foot
The kasbah, medina and monuments are walkable.
Tram
A modern tram links Rabat with its twin city of Salé.
Tours
Guided tours cover the city and day trips.
Taxis
Petit taxis are cheap and handy for longer hops.
Where to stay
Stay near the medina or the Kasbah of the Udayas.
Moroccan dirham
Morocco uses the dirham; carry cash for the medina.
Guide the kasbah
A guide adds context to the Udayas and its history.
Dress modestly
Cover shoulders and knees when visiting the Mausoleum.
Chellah storks
Visit Chellah to see storks nesting on the ruins.
Try the medina
Sample Moroccan street food and mint tea in the souks.
Combine with Casablanca
Rabat pairs well with a Casablanca day trip.
Spring & autumn
Visit in spring or autumn for the best weather.
City tours
Guided Rabat city tours fill up — book ahead.
Day trips
Casablanca and Meknes trips sell out — reserve early.
Private guides
Private kasbah and medina guides book out — reserve ahead.
Chellah visits
Guided Chellah tours have limited spots — book early.
Food tours
Medina food tours fill up — reserve ahead.
Spring season
Spring is busiest — book everything ahead.
City tour
Around €25–60 for a guided Rabat city tour.
Private guide
About €40–90 for a private half-day guide.
Casablanca trip
Roughly €60–120 for a Casablanca day trip.
Food tour
Around €30–60 for a medina food tour.
Chellah entry
A few euros for entry to the Chellah site.
How to save
Join group tours and combine the monuments in one visit.
Rabat through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Warm & green.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Best.
- Best for
- Coast & beaches.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Breezy.
- Best for
- Sightseeing.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
- Best for
- Quiet visits.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cool.