Rabat

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Ride the tramway: Rabat-Salé's tram links the medina, Agdal and Salé across the Bou Regreg river; buy a ticket at stop machines before boarding.
Use petit taxis: Blue petit taxis serve in-city trips; insist the driver uses the meter or agree the fare first.
Take the train or Al Boraq: Rabat-Ville station connects to Casablanca and Fès, and high-speed Al Boraq trains run to Tangier via Kenitra.

Ignore fake guides: Politely decline unofficial guides offering to show you the medina or kasbah; you can explore on your own.
Watch the waves: Atlantic beaches near Rabat have strong currents; swim only where others swim and lifeguards are present.
Keep valuables close: In busy medina lanes and on trams, keep phones and wallets secure against pickpockets.

Eat street food: Try harira soup, msemen and grilled sardines from medina stalls for tasty, cheap meals.
Haggle in souks: Bargaining is expected in the medina markets; start low and keep it friendly.
Use the tram over taxis: For trips along the tram line, it is cheaper and avoids fare negotiation.

Expect mild weather: Rabat's coastal climate is mild; summers are warm but breezy and winters are cool and rainy.
Pack a light jacket: Ocean winds make evenings cool even in summer, so bring a layer.
Dress modestly: Cover shoulders and knees in the medina and religious sites, especially women.

Visit the Kasbah of the Udayas: Wander its blue and white lanes and enjoy mint tea at the café overlooking the river.
Respect mosques: Most mosques are closed to non-Muslims; admire them from outside, though Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V are open to visitors.
Use your right hand: Eat and pass items with your right hand, and accept mint tea as a sign of hospitality.

Cross by boat to Salé: Small rowing boats ferry people across the Bou Regreg between Rabat and Salé for a scenic short trip.
Visit Chellah at sunset: The ancient ruins with storks nesting atop walls are peaceful in late afternoon light.
Plan around Ramadan: During Ramadan many cafés close by day but evenings are lively; adjust your meal plans.

Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.

Day 1 of 2

🕘 9:30–17:00📍 6 stops

Day 2 of 2

🕘 9:30–16:30📍 4 stops