🌊 Top 10 Things to Do in Chefchaouen, Morocco 🇲🇦
The Blue Pearl awaits… Here’s your ultimate guide to exploring Chefchaouen.
1. 🌐 Wander the Blue Medina
Image Suggestion: A quiet alleyway painted in different shades of blue, with colorful flower pots hanging on the walls.
📝 Every turn is magic. The medina’s narrow, winding streets are a photographer’s dream—soft blue walls, pops of color, and ancient charm.
2. 🌄 Hike to the Spanish Mosque (Best Sunset Spot)
Image Suggestion: View of Chefchaouen from above during golden hour, with the blue town glowing under the setting sun.
📝 A 20-minute walk uphill rewards you with a sweeping view of the entire town. This is the spot for that perfect postcard shot.
3. ☕ Relax at Plaza Uta el-Hammam
Image Suggestion: A bustling plaza with cafes, locals chatting, and the Grand Mosque in the background.
📝 The lively heart of the medina. Grab a mint tea, sit back, and soak in the local rhythm.
4. 🏰 Explore the Old Kasbah
Image Suggestion: Interior courtyard of the Kasbah with orange trees, a peaceful garden, and traditional architecture.
📝 Step into history. This restored fortress houses a small museum and offers panoramic rooftop views.
5. 🎨 Shop for Local Handicrafts
Image Suggestion: Colorful displays of Moroccan rugs, ceramics, lanterns, and woven textiles in a market stall.
📝 Chefchaouen is famous for its handmade wool garments, pottery, and artisanal goods. Don’t forget to haggle!
6. 🍽️ Savor Local Flavors
Image Suggestion: A plate of lamb tagine with prunes and almonds, a side of bread, and a glass of mint tea.
📝 Must-try dishes: beef tagine, goat cheese, and the sweet-spicy combo of prunes and cinnamon. Foodies, rejoice!
7. 💧 Visit Ras El Ma Waterfall
Image Suggestion: A stream of water with locals washing clothes or kids playing in the cool water.
📝 Just outside the medina, this natural spring is a refreshing break from the heat. Sit on the rocks and relax to the sound of running water.
8. 🥾 Take a Day Trip to Akchour Waterfalls
Image Suggestion: A lush forest path leading to a tall waterfall, or the stunning rock arch known as “God’s Bridge.”
📝 For nature lovers and hikers—Akchour offers one of the best escapes in the Rif Mountains.
9. 🏞️ Explore the Rif Mountains
Image Suggestion: Rolling green mountains with mist, trails, and maybe a donkey or two along the path.
📝 Trek deeper into the Rif for unforgettable landscapes and Berber village life.
10. 📸 Take Iconic Photos of the Blue Doors & Stairs
Image Suggestion: A popular staircase lined with flower pots, or a beautifully carved blue door.
📝 Every blogger’s dream shot. Hunt down the famous staircases and artisan doorways—there’s beauty in every corner.
🛏️ Bonus Tip: Stay in a Riad
Image Suggestion: A rooftop terrace at sunset, overlooking the blue town with cozy cushions and lanterns.
📝 A riad gives you the most authentic experience. Plus, many have rooftops perfect for stargazing.