What to see in Meknes

Overview

Meknes can generally be visited in a day. That said, if you're staying there, you can always make the most of your accommodation to explore the surrounding area, which offers plenty to see within a radius of around 100 kilometres, starting with Fez and Volubilis.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Historic City of Meknes ★★★
With its high walls punctuated by monumental gates, this Hispano-Moorish-style part of the city is considered a remarkable example of 17th-century Maghreb architecture.

Districts

Sites, monuments and architectural ensembles

Museums

Parks and gardens

In the surrounding area

Several things to discover within a 100-kilometre radius of the city:

Azrou ★ (70 km)
This town built at over 1,200 m is primarily a base for exploring the surrounding area, particularly Ifrane National Park with its fishing and hiking opportunities.

Fez ★★★★ (60 km)
A stunning imperial city, on par with Meknes, with a rich cultural heritage and a medina listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Ifrane ★★ (70 km)
Nestled in the heart of the mountains, the town and its surrounding landscapes resemble Europe. Beyond its distinctive charm, Ifrane is also known for its namesake national park and the nearby Michlifen ski resort.

Moulay Idriss ★ (25 km)
This holy city in Morocco is primarily known for the Roman ruins of Volubilis located on its outskirts.

Ifrane National Park ★★★ (65 km)
Just a few kilometres from Ifrane, the park is home to the largest cedar forest in the Maghreb. It offers stunning landscapes, several lakes, and is a popular spot for hiking and mountain fishing.

Volubilis ★★★ (25 km)
This ancient Roman city near Moulay Idriss is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the best-preserved ancient sites in all of North Africa.