About Marrakesh

About Marrakesh

Marrakech is positioned as a major hub of sustainable development, and as global destination, attracts significant investments, reinforced by its air, road and rail infrastructure. Through major development initiatives, Marrakech asserts itself as a key player, stimulating sustainable socio-economic development.

Marrakech has a fascinating history and now retains a very rich cultural and architectural heritage to explore. The city is known for skilled handcrafts, unique cuisine and distinct architectural style, which are a reflection of Morocco’s history and traditions.

A few notable sites are the Secret Garden, Majorelle Garden, the historic Medina of Marrakech, famous souks such as Jemaa el-Fna, the Museum of Marrakech and the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, among many others.

For more information about what to see and do in Marrakesh, please see the official tourism site.

 

Transportation

Getting To Marrakesh

  • Marrakesh Menara Airport (IATA: RAK, ICAO: GMMX) is the second largest airport in Morocco. There are on average 37 passenger flights scheduled to take-off from Marrakech every day to 96 non-stop destinations in 25 countries and 2 U.S states.

  • By public transportation, Marrakesh Menara Airport is approximately 50 minutes from the conference venue.

  • By car, Marrakesh Menara Airport is approximately 30 minutes from the conference venue.

Other Information

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage our international attendees to apply for their visas as soon as possible.

Whether or not you need a visa for Morocco depends on your nationality. Citizens of several countries are exempt from Morocco visa requirements – which means they can travel to Morocco without having to obtain a visa beforehand. For further details, see the visa policy of Morocco below.

If you are from one of the following countries, you do not need a visa for Morocco for stays of up to 90 days (except the ones otherwise specified).

For more information, or to find out if you are required to apply for a visa to enter Morocco, please find the electronic visa application and other information here.

  • Currency: Moroccan dirham

  • Languages: French, Arabic, Standard Moroccan Berber

  • Time: WET (Western European Time), UTC +0

  • Secret Garden

  • Majorelle Garden

  • Marrakech Medina

  • Jemaa el-Fna

  • Museum of Marrakech

  • Yves Saint Laurent Museum