What Locals in Morocco Really Want You to See (And What to Skip)

Locals are proud of Morocco's heritage but exhausted by the Marrakech circus. If you're heading there, skip the snake charmers and shop ethics over aesthetics. Consider heading to:

• Taroudant: "Little Marrakech" but way more chill.

• Chefchaouen: Yes it’s Instagrammed to death, but still worth it—especially for local cooking classes.

• Fes medina: A UNESCO site where artisans still handcraft everything.

The souks of Marrakech are wild and wonderful, but ask a Moroccan and they’ll probably steer you toward Chefchaouen’s blue streets, Fes’ artisan medinas, or the desert villages of the Draa Valley. They want you to see Morocco, not just shop it. And skip the camel rides—they’re not always ethical. Try a locally guided desert hike instead.

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Sources:

• Morocco World News. "Responsible Tourism in Morocco."

• Culture Trip. "How to Travel Morocco Like a Local."