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# Djemaa el Fna Square – Marrakech, Morocco

> Djemaa el Fna in Marrakech is a UNESCO-recognised masterpiece of oral and intangible heritage, famous for its street performers, fortune-tellers, food stalls, and the bustling souks that surround it.

## Destination
Djemaa el Fna square, Marrakech, Morocco, with surrounding souks and the Medina nearby.

## Why visit
The square is Marrakech's most famous and vibrant locality, offering a sensory mix of street performance, traditional crafts, spices, and food — day and night.

## What to see
- **Djemaa el Fna Square** — The main square filled with street performers, fortune-tellers, charlatans, and food and beverage stalls.
- **Souks** — Busy surrounding streets and markets selling everything from spices and medicine to souvenirs.
- **Complexe d'Artisanat** — A 16,000 sq metre artisan complex on Derb Baissi Rue de la Kasbah offering carpets, tea cans, and a vast range of crafts in a low-pressure shopping environment.

## What to do
- **Shopping in the souks** — Walk the souks independently; vendors are respectful and will not press after an initial refusal.
- **Night market** — The square transforms into a night market in the evening, though vendors may be more assertive later on.
- **Dining and bars** — Recommended spots include Le Comptoir Darna, Terrace des Epices in the Medina, and Restaurant Al Fassia Gueliz (book ahead).

## Good to know
Knowledge of French is a significant advantage when visiting Morocco. Restaurant Al Fassia Gueliz and Le Comptoir Darna are popular and benefit from advance booking.