How much money should I take to Morocco for a week?

Depending on what you plan to do, you should probably aim to take around £40-£50 per person per day (£280-£300 per week) in Morocco. You can always head to the ATM if you need more cash for extra activities, plus most places accept credit cards.

How much money do I need per day in Morocco?

Budget restaurants offer meals for as low as $5 per person, while mid-range restaurants typically range from $10 to $20 per person. Now, let's talk about daily expenses. A budget traveler can expect to spend around $40 to $60 per day, including accommodation, food, transportation, and activities.

Is Morocco expensive for tourists?

Accommodation in Morocco is affordable compared to Europe or North America, and the value for money is often much higher. There are plentiful budget accommodation options, from hostels to homestays. For those with more to spend, charming riads and luxury palatial hotels are well-priced and offer a memorable experience.

What is the best money to take to Morocco from UK?

For your holiday it is best to take GBP (pounds sterling) in cash to change in Morocco.

How much dirham should I take to Morocco?

You're allowed to bring in or take out 1000Dh (around £65) but you'll need to exchange the rest on arrival. You can exchange your pounds (don't bring Scottish, Gibraltar or Northern Irish Sterling notes) to dirhams at a Bureau de Change in the airport or port, at a bank and in most hotels.

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Is it better to buy dirhams in Morocco or UK?

It is best to not buy Moroccan Dirham from an agent in the UK because you will most usually get a bad exchange rate. It is most usually best to wait until you arrive into Morocco and then buy your Moroccan Dirham.

Can I use British pounds in Morocco?

The Moroccan dirham is a closed currency, you can't take it out of Morocco. That means also it can only be bought once you arrive in the country. US Dollars, Euros, and British Pounds Sterling are the currencies you can exchange in Morocco. Australian and Canadian dollars aren't accepted.

Is Morocco cheap for Brits?

Rabat - Savoo, a British money-saving and tourism website, has ranked Morocco's Agadir as the cheapest all-inclusive holiday destination for UK tourists this year. Conducting a cross-cities comparison, Savoo collected data on the cost of a 7-day trip, a 6-night stay in Agadir.

Is it better to use cash or card in Morocco?

Spending money in Morocco.

Card payments are usually possible in cities and tourist areas - but watch out for surcharges of up to 5%. Keep some cash on you for smaller purchases and to avoid the extra fees.

Is 100 dirham a good tip in Morocco?

Guides and Tour Drivers

You need to consider how long you were guided for – whether it was for a couple of hours, half a day or a full day, or more, and of course how much you enjoyed the experience. Remember, you have already paid for the service itself, but we suggest tipping 100 – 150 dirhams for a full day.

Is Morocco cheap to eat out?

Buying food in the streets of Morocco is super cheap and there are plenty of open-air street markets in every town and city where it's possible to buy delicious fruits and vegetables. Eating at restaurants is also quite cheap if you want to order a Tajine or Moroccan couscous.

How should female tourists dress in Morocco?

While female travellers aren't expected to dress as conservatively as local women, it's still a good idea to pack clothing options that will allow you to cover up. In the main cities, you can get away with wearing pants or a skirt that reaches below the knee, and a short-sleeved t-shirt.

What is the cheapest month to visit Morocco?

Find the cheapest time to fly to Morocco

Looking for the best ticket prices to Morocco? It looks like March is currently the cheapest time to fly.

What is the best money to take to Morocco?

Throughout the country, it's very difficult to cash traveler's checks or use credit cards. Euros are by far the easiest foreign currency to exchange, and are often accepted as payment if you don't have any dirham on hand.

How many Moroccan dirhams per day?

Practical tips for planning your budget

You can plan on a budget of 495 Moroccan dirhams per day per person for your trip to Morocco.

How much cash can I take to Morocco from UK?

Taking money into Morocco

There is no limit on the amount of foreign cash you can bring into the country.

How much is 1 Moroccan dirham to a pound?

1 MAD = 0.079533 GBP Feb 05, 2024 15:55 UTC

Check the currency rates against all the world currencies here. The currency converter below is easy to use and the currency rates are updated frequently.

Should I exchange money before I travel to Morocco?

That's because the dirham is what's known as a closed currency - you can't take it in or out of Morocco. Instead, if you want to use cash in Morocco, you'll need to bring money with you and exchange it once you arrive.

Can I buy Moroccan dirham in UK?

FAQs about travelling to Morocco

Can I buy Moroccan dirham in the UK? Yes you can, to a point. The MAD is a closed currency, meaning that anything more than a few thousand dirham needs to be bought within the country.

Is the pound strong in Morocco?

As of 2024 February 04, Sunday current rate of GBP/MAD is 12.685 and our data indicates that the currency rate has been in an uptrend for the past 1 year (or since its inception).

What month is the best time to visit Morocco?

When is the best time to visit Morocco? The best time to visit Morocco is during spring (mid-March to May) or fall (September to October). The weather is warm but pleasant, unlike the cold temperatures and snow of winter, or the scorching heat of summer. The coastal regions can be visited year-round.

Can you drink alcohol in Morocco?

Morocco is quite a liberal country in comparison to other Muslim nations, but there are still some important differences to bear in mind if it is your first time here. Is Morocco a dry country? Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas.

Do I need a visa for Morocco from UK?

Currently, citizens of Australia, New Zealand, the USA, the UK, the EU and Canada, among many others, do not need a visa to travel to Morocco, provided they have a passport of usually six months' validity and an onward or return ticket (with supporting documents).

Can you tip in pounds in Morocco?

Tip in the local currency

Whenever you tip during your trip to Morocco it is important to use the local currency, that is - Moroccan dirhams. Otherwise you'll leave your service providers with cash they can't use without paying high fees on currency exchange.