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Rabat Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

capital city of Morocco

About Rabat

Rabat is on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg. On the facing shore of the river lies Salé, Rabat's bedroom community. Together with Temara the cities account for a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million. It is an easy-going city by Moroccan standards.

Top Attractions in Rabat

Explore the best things to see and do in Rabat:

  • Bab er-Rouah
  • Chellah
  • Chouhada Cemetery
  • Hassan Tower and the Royal Mausoleum
  • Kasbah of the Oudaias
  • Marinid Madrasa
  • Medina of Salé
  • National Archaeological Museum

Where to Eat in Rabat

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Cafe Maure
  • 🍴Dar Naji Agdal
  • 🍴El Rancho
  • 🍴La Mamma’s Pizza
  • 🍴Le Petit Beur
  • 🍴Le P'Tit Resto

Where to Stay in Rabat

  • 🏨Golden Tulip Farah Rabat
  • 🏨HI Hostel Rabat
  • 🏨Hôtel Balima
  • 🏨Hotel Central
  • 🏨Hotel de la Paix
  • 🏨Hotel Majestic

Rabat Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including:

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