What to pack for Morocco for all regions
Last updated on February 4th, 2026.
Of all the things involved when planning for a trip, packing is the task I look forward to the least.
I find it boring, mundane and it's something I tend to leave to the last minute.
However, after making a packing mistake on a trip to Jakarta, I was determined to do better in Morocco. If it's your first trip to the country, knowing what to pack for Morocco is essential, especially for women.
With regards to the best time to visit Morocco, I’d read many good things about traveling to Morocco in October. There’s still plenty of summer sunshine, but not so much that you sweat with every step.
What to pack for Morocco for women
When it comes to hot climates, I usually have no problems packing the right clothes.
That wasn't the case with Morocco. As a fairly strict Muslim country, I wanted to make sure I dressed appropriately while also respecting the culture.
Also, given the stories I'd read about the behavior of some Moroccan men — I didn't want to attract any unwanted attention.
The following items are what I packed for 10 nights on our travels to Morocco in October.
While there are plenty of Morocco packing list articles on the internet, mine specifically relates to different regions.
I break it down by area, so you’ve an idea of the places that are more stricter than others.
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What to pack for Morocco for women
Packing list for women
- 2 pairs of jeans: 1 stonewash, 1 white (to reflect the heat);
- 4 loose fitting cotton t-shirts: choose a variety of colors to mix and match your outfits. H&M have a great selection, and at reasonable prices too;
- 2 long skirts: 1 casual long maxi, and another midi length;
- 3 loose vest tops and 2 blouses: You can wear vest tops, but stick to the loose variety. This way, you won’t draw attention, and can still stay cool in the heat.
- 1 pair loose trousers: I don’t know the official name for this style of pants, but they’re perfect for Morocco. You can buy similar in the souks, and in different colors and designs too.
- 1 long scarf: I have one in white and yellow. It’s great for protecting your arms if you want to wear a vest top, as well as for covering your head in the Sahara. Another bonus is that it stands out in photos.
- 2 cardigans: 1 long and 1 short
- 5 pairs of socks
Underwear
As many items as you require. As a rule of thumb, I usually pack 5 extra pairs on top of the number of nights I’m staying.
Outerwear
- Denim jacket
- Military jacket
- Thermal fleece
From the outerwear that I brought, I only wore my jackets when leaving London given the cooler weather. In Morocco, even for October, I found it too hot at times to even wear a cardigan.
If you plan on visiting the desert, I advise on bringing one of the 3. Though I didn’t use any of them I did use my light knitwear especially at night with the cooler temperatures.
Map of Morocco
Shoes for Morocco
A pair of good walking shoes: I took open-toed flat sandals as I like my feet to breathe. Choose a pair with a durable fabric. More likely than not, you’ll be doing a lot of walking, and in some cases, on uneven surfaces.
Packing list
One pair of flip flops: These are always useful for walking around the hotel, by the pool, or even using them in the shower (if it’s not so clean).
One pair of sport shoes: With a terrain encompassing flat, hilly and sometimes inhospitable grounds, a good pair of trainers is a must.
I hardly saw any Moroccan women wearing high heels, so I’d advise to leave them at home. However, if you can’t tear yourself away from your heels, bring a pair of wedges instead. They’re far comfier and look stylish at the same time.
What to pack for Morocco for women in every region
What to wear in Marrakech
The touristy city of Marrakech is one place in the country where women can dress more inline with western style.
Saying this, I still preferred to dress in loose fitting clothes, just because I felt more comfortable that way. My husband and I did see some foreign women wearing shorts and crop tops but that didn't come without the staring.
Overall, Marrakech is more relaxed with its dress code for women.
However, be mindful of your outfit depending on where you plan to visit in the city. For example, choose a more relaxed and comfortable outfit for visiting food markets. Leave the elegant dress and heels for dinner and drinks at a top restaurant or hotel.
What to pack for Morocco for a trip to Essaouira
In the coastal town of Essaouira, there’s definitely more of a relaxed vibe (see 'Travel guide to Essaouira').
Like Marrakech, Essaouira is also used to hosting tourists, meaning that women can feel more liberal in their dress here.
We saw several female tourists wearing typical beach attire of shorts and summer dresses. They were accompanied by males but clearly felt relaxed enough to dress more liberally.
Personally, I stuck to my same outfit of loose pants paired with a vest top and shawl to cover my shoulders. For one, I felt comfortable dressed this way, and two, I didn't pack any kind of shorts or dresses.
Ait Benhaddou/Ouarzazate
We saw few Moroccan women, let alone tourists, when driving through the Atlas Mountains to visit Ait Benhaddou (see 'What to see in Ait Benhaddou in 1 day').
On the rare occasion when we did see a Moroccan woman, she was covered head to toe in traditional Muslim dress.
Seeing how remote the area was and how few women were in public, I preferred to cover up even more. I made sure that my arms where completely covered even at times when it got extremely hot.
Merzouga
The desert region of Merzouga is where you’ll meet many Berber people.
With a strong tribal heritage, they’re a friendly people and very used to seeing and being around tourists. However, when it came to meeting Berber women in Merzouga, we saw none — zero, zip, nada.
During our stay in the fabulous Caravanserai Luxury Desert Camp, I met other western women that were dressed suitably for the climate. Like me, they were also wearing loose pants/jeans, with light sweaters or long-sleeved t-shirts.
Temperatures can dip during the evening in Merzouga so packing some kind of light knitwear or light outerwear is essential. You’ll also want to wear something comfortable to join in activities like the Berber dancing and music after dinner.
What to pack for Morocco for a trip to Fes
Before traveling to Fes, our hotel manager in Marrakech advised me not to show my shoulders. Why? Because it would have been frowned upon in Fes given that it’s more religious than Marrakech.
While I followed his advice, I honestly didn’t notice much of a difference when exploring the city.
Men, and women, stare regardless in Fes. Also, the new part of the city is pretty modern with plenty of modern shops and outlets.
That’s not to say the women don’t cover up, but it definitely didn’t feel as strict as I’d imagined. In the Old Medina, most female visitors wore wear t-shirts, pants or long dresses and skirts.
Rabat
Probably my favorite city in Morocco in terms of dress is Rabat. A worker at our riad in Fes told me it was more relaxed here, and she was right.
We saw quite a few local young women not wearing their hijab. What's more, they were dressed casually and even drinking alcoholic cocktails with their friends.
That said, I still didn’t whip out my shorts or summer dress. Instead, I stuck to my long skirt and loose vest tops with scarf. I felt more comfortable exploring the Old Medina and didn’t draw too much attention.
Beautiful riads to book in Marrakech
Lavish in design and typically Moroccan, the following choices are ideal if you’re looking for luxury or boutique hotels.
Five-star Riad Farnatchi is a hidden oasis in Marrakech and great for couples or families. This boutique riad is a favorite with celebrities and a luxurious way to enjoy Marrakech.
A short walk from the popular market square of Djemaa-el-Fna is the striking La Villa Des Orangers - Relais & Châteaux. Relax in beautifully designed rooms, while making the most of the rooftop pool, 18m heated outdoor pool and courtyard garden.
Traveling to Morocco as a solo female traveler
Though I traveled to Morocco with my husband, I was always mindful of how I dressed and behaved as a western woman.
If you're a female solo traveler visiting Morocco I'd say that you need to be doubly mindful. It might be an unpopular opinion but Morocco is still very much a conservative country.
If you want to go alone but would prefer some company during the trip, consider joining a Morocco tour. You get the safety net of being in a group without having to organize your own transport.
Some fun tours in Morocco that I would personally join are:
- Ouzoud waterfalls guided hike and boat trip (from Marrakech, 10 hours)
- Agafay Desert sunset, camel ride and dinner (from Marrakech, 5 hours)
- Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, waterfall and lunch (from Marrakech, 7 hours)
What are your thoughts on my guide of what to pack for Morocco for women? Is there anything else you would have packed that I didn’t? Let me know, I’d love to hear it.
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I do not know why - but I am always curious about other people's packing list. I guess it has something to do with the fact, that no matter what I take, there is alway space for improvement. Actually, I got the feeling you packed a lot clothes. But on the other hand I always pack very little and get bored with my choices after one week. How did it go with the white jeans in Morocco? I am very reluctant with white clothes in most countries.
I always wear white clothing in hot countries, it reflects the heat and looks nice in the sunshine 🙂 my packing list was enough, we didn't do any laundry or buy anything while we were there so it was good.
Thank you so much for this comprehensive list. I am really excited about going to Morocco later this mont fair and skin and light blonde hair.. When I was in India, as I was taking my pictures, people came over and wanted to take pictures with me. Everyone was very respectful, however I was always with my husband. In Morocco, I will be travelling with a group, Should I be taking any extra precautions beyond what has been suggested.
Thanks Barbara for your feedback. Given you'll be traveling in a group, you should be fine. In more touristic cities like Marrakech and Fes, you'll attract attention because of your physical appearance, but just ignore it and carry on to your destination. In more rural areas, explore with people in your group. In Ait Benhaddou, I didn't see any (Moroccan) women out and about, so just be a bit more cautious. Above all, be firm in your actions, as some Moroccan men can get pushy, and just enjoy the experience 🙂
Morocco is on my bucket list and this is a great guide for me when I do get to go there!
That's good to know, it's an interesting country
It's so important to know when and how to adapt when travelling.
Very important, and respectful too
It is always good to know how to prepare when traveling to another country. I wouldn't have known what to pack for Morocco. Thanks for the tips.
You're welcome! I'm glad you found it useful 🙂
Those looking for ideas on what to pack for morocco in while visiting in October will surely love this nice looking ideas. They can consider wisely after going through your pretty exhaustive list.
Thanks for your comments!
i imagine going to a totally different country would be hard to pack for. this is full of great tips!
Thank you, I'm glad you found them useful!
Wow! Morocco is such a great place. I must add this on my bucket list. Thank you for your tips
You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it!
This guide was so helpful! Especially for women, I learned one or two things from here. I'd love to visit Morocco some day.
That's great to read, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Rabat sounds like a wonderful city to visit, especially considering it's more relaxed. I'm glad you were able to prepare clothes that fit in with the culture!
I did my research beforehand 😀 An Rabat is so chilled, a real change from Marrakech
I have never been to Morocco but it's on my list! This is such a detailed post, very helpful indeed ☺
You're welcome! I'm glad you found it useful
This is a fantastic guide - especially reminding people to be mindful of different cultures when it comes to how they dress.
Thank you, I find it so important to respect cultures wherever I travel
I've never been to Morocco yet but it is definitely on my radar and soon!!! The country is gorgeous! Great packing list, thank you.
That's great to read, I'm certain you'll enjoy it!
I am traveling to Morocco in early October so your post is very useful to me. thanks for all the tips, I'll keep it in mind
You're welcome, I'm glad you found it useful 🙂
This is a great packing list, but also has great advice on how to respect the culture and avoid harassment. It's interesting to see where you can dress more liberally if you choose.
I really enjoyed Rabat for that reason. It was more chilled, less staring and an overall positive vibe
Oh my god! Thank you for a very elaborate list. I've been researching on what to bring and mostly it would say bring sunblock and a ton of water, thought to be fair, some said to bring some pants, But I like yours better.
Aw thank you Celine, that makes me so happy to read. Yes, those things are important, but knowing what to wear, and areas that are more liberal in Morocco are so important too, especially for us women!
This looks like a great trip! It's definitely helpful to not over pack. Thanks for the great list!
You're welcome!
Morocco has always been on my bucket list! My husband and I traveled around the world on our honeymoon and went to lots of Muslim countries. I always made sure I had appropriate clothing.
That's encouraging to read. I always make sure to respect the customs of any country I visit
Thanks for the tips. I always dress appropriately for the Country or region that i am in. I've heard really mixed things about Morocco but maybe that's because it's different in different places within Morocco!
You're welcome! I like to dress appropriately too; there are enough other challenges to face as a female traveler 🙂
I am a light packer, so I would pack few clothes but definitely considering that it is a Muslim country. Agreeing with you, it's smart to dress appropriately there. I am surprised how you have observed the dress code depending on the different regions in the same country. Very useful!
I'm a very observant person! It's important for me to dress appropriately in a conservative country, and wanted to share it with others.
When travelling to muslim - or even very catholic - countries, I always try to dress even more decent than at other destinations. I try to be respectful - and I do feel more comfortable that way. Besides that, the list contains essentials that you would wear at other destinations, too, like e.g. comfy shoes; which is good and makes it easy to have the adequate wardrobe ready.
I totally agree. It was the first proper Muslim country I've visited, so I wanted to dress appropriately, and yes, I still wear all the items to this day!
I just returned from Morocco two days ago and I packed the perfect outfits. While strolling around I saw few visitors wearing inappropriate clothes like miniskirts in the middle of the Marrakesh medina at night! People should prepare their travels better including knowing what is ok and what is not when going abroad.
Oh wow, I feel uncomfortable reading that! Of course, each to their own, but I preferred to dress to not attract unwanted attention and enjoy my time there
This is really helpful. I know Morocco can be super hot so I would tend to pack lighter, looser clothes and have layers to work with. But I'd definitely want to be covered up so I don't give men the wrong idea! I agree that I'd suggest a tour vs. going as a solo women. Morocco can be a bit overwhelming for first time visitors and it's nice to have a guide to lead you.
Absolutely! There were times that as a woman, I felt slightly unnerved, but in a group it was far better. Thank you for your comments!
This is a very useful post for us. Morocco keeps coming up on our list of potential places to visit soon. I think it is very important to dress appropriately whenever you visit somewhere outside your home country. Blending in is always the best policy in our books.
Happy to read that! We loved Morocco, and I'm so glad I brought appropriate clothes. Unless you plan to pose in the desert, this list is good! 😀
I agree with respecting the culture and local traditions, so this guide was super helpful. I like that you differentiated by city/area depending on their adherence to cultural traditions re: dress. Morocco seems like such a beautiful country. I loved your pictures! I will have to look at more of your Morocco content
Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback and kind compliments too 🙂 I wanted to share my tips with other females, as it really does help, especially if you don't know.
Thank you Lisa for this article, it’s very useful for me. I will be going to Morocco in 2 weeks time. Although this will be my second time to this amazingly exotic country, I was still clueless as to what I should wear and bring, considering the first time I went there was in summer last year, and I almost always wore the wrong attire every day 🙂 This time I found it to be as challenging as it is in between seasons. Last year I concluded that I would get stared a lot if I wore anything that exposed my shoulders and midriff and legs so I made sure I covered myself well, wearing long light jeans and long-sleeved blouses every day but I found it was too hot being way too covered. September heat was real! Next month on the contrary I will bring some vest tops and knee-length dresses, although I also must pack a couple of light jackets too. Thanks again, Lisa! Regards from Indonesia ??
Aw you're so welcome Fiona! I know what you mean; I didn't want any unwanted attention, but didn't want to boil to death either! September and October are great months to travel; so glad you found my post useful x
Going to Morocco for the first time this November, so really excited about that. Also will have to buy some more appropriate clothing that will still be comfortable. Thanks for this guide! 🙂
You're so welcome! I hope you enjoy yourself there; it's a beautiful country 🙂
I’ve not visited Morocco myself but know many people who have. Unfortunately for me, they were all pestered, stared and had hair pulls as they looked so different. I’m the palest of the bunch so not sure how I’d get on here. Although, being married now probably make some a bit of a difference.
I too pay attention to cultures and religious behaviours in different countries and feel it’s really important to respect them too. Interesting read and good to know information.
It makes a huge difference when you're with your partner. When mine left me for about 5 minutes, I was motioned via wolf whistles and random Spanish words! And I was dressed appropriately. It's a beautiful country, you just need to be street smart 🙂
On hot destinations such as Morocco, I think dresses are a lifesaver. I do like to pack mostly dresses or maxi skirts that I can pair with light cotton tops. I think a good pair of comfortable walking shoes or sandals is also great not just for the heat, but also for keeping your feet comfortable when walking around.
You're so right. I never pack without bringing at least one pair of comfortable walking shoes 😀
It's so very important to dress appropriately in the countries that you go to. Especially ones that have a more religious outlook. You definitely found items that would be stylish yet modest at the same time. I remember going to Italy and having to always remember to carry a Shaw with me so I can go into some of the places.
Thanks Tatum, that's such a good point about Italy. People forget that it can be very religious in some parts.
These are some great tips as Morocco is very different culture. I liked how you respected their culture and packed things accordingly. Good walking shoes with open toed is also great as I would also like to walk in traditional streets of Morocco. I loved street photography by you.
Thanks Yukti, I really appreciate your comments. It's a wonderful country, but yes, you need to respect the culture and you'll be fine.
Great tips! I was actually wondering how cold it gets there in October because I was thinking of going this month. Unfortunately I'm not but I think this list would be relevant for a lot of other times of year too! I especially think that it's important to know what to wear in a place like Morocco where the culture can be very different and there are different expectations of dress.
Thank you! October was a perfect temperature and definitely the list is ideal for what to pack in other seasons too.
Beautiful photos that accompany the post. It's always good to know what to wear and i'll share this with my wife, for whenever we decide to visit Morocco. I especially like how you have broken down Morocco as per the places and given your thoughts on each of them. That is very helpful.
Thank you, I appreciate your positive comments. Please do share it with your wife, I'm sure she'll find it useful too 🙂
What a useful post! I'm kinda scare to travel alone to Morocco, since I heard that female might have some problems with Moroccan guys. But thanks to your list, I think I can have an encourage to go there and dress properly.
Thanks Ha! I won't lie, it's a bit intimidating if you go solo, but don't let it put you off. Just dress appropriately, don't venture into unknown areas and act like you know where you're going!
It's a good idea to know about the culture and values of a place before visiting there. Packing is very difficult if you are un aware of the culture and climate of a place. You might end up packing all the wrong stuff. This is a great guide and will help everyone out who is planning a trip to Morocco in October 🙂
Thank you, I appreciate your comments. It's so difficult knowing what to pack, especially if the culture's different from your own.
This is so helpful! Packing is always so difficult, especially when to a new place and one with stricter dressing guidelines than here in the US. I'm going to pin this for when I finally make it to Morocco (hopefully soon)!
Thank you! Yes, it's also difficult being in Europe too. That would be great if you could pin it for when you go 🙂
I think that it's great that you considered the culture of the country before travelling there . I wish more tourists would do that. And it's also wise to not wear clothes that would attract unwanted male attention even though their behaviour is not excused. When I went to Morocco, I packed mainly long pants and blouses/shirts with scarves - similar to your list.
Thanks Sara, it's great to hear this from another traveller. I'm not the extrovert anyway, so drawing any unnecessary attention to myself is best avoided!
A comprehensive guide I must say! Being lazy about packing, this comes really handy 🙂
Thank you!
This list would be perfect for so many countries as well as Morocco - my go-to list for India is almost exactly the same, minus the socks. I can’t wear socks in heat, my feet suffocate haha.
It really annoys me when I go away and tourists have the whole “I’ll wear what I want” attitude. Culture, religion and customs are there to be respected. I think it’s great how your list reflects that as well as being all about comfort!
Thanks Rhiannon, I really appreciate your feedback, and knowledge too! I've never been to India, so it's good I have a head start on what to pack. I totally agree about the whole 'wear what I want' attitude. If it's not deliberate, then I let it go; if it is, then I have no time for it!
This is a fantastic article. Many people don't understand or simply just don't know much about religion and can cause offence to people without actually realising it. So you having created an in depth packing list will help a lot of people when visiting Morocco and also prevent the Moroccans getting offended.
Thank you David! I really wanted to highlight the importance of packing right. End of the day, people are going to do what they want, but this list is for those who really want to dress right and respect the culture.
Very good advice for travellers heading to Morocco. I completely agree that we should respect the culture of the place while travelling.Thanks for the great tips.
Thanks for commenting, I greatly appreciate it.
What a comprehensive packing guide for women traveling to Morocco. I haven't been yet but this would be so useful if I went there. I like it how you mention what you saw other women wearing in different parts of Morocco. I always pair 5 extra pairs of underwear too. You can never have enough of them.
Good to know I don't think alone in my packing! Thank you for your encouraging comments, I hope you remember them if you ever get to Morocco.
My boyfriend is Moroccan and I went there in April. I reeeeaaally appreciated when you mentioned that in the bigger cities you can dress in the modern style, but also in the more rural areas you have to be more conservative. I would also point out that if you travel with a Muslim man in the more rural areas they will not let you rent a room together unless you have a copy of your marriage license with you— they are quite strict on that matter. Morocco has such a special place in my heart, the people there are so lovely and kind (for the most part).
Thank you Janiel for your great comment, and I'm glad you enjoyed it! Yes, it was more conservative in the rural areas. Thank you also for pointing out about not being able to rent a room together, I never knew this.
I do agree that when you travel somewhere you first need to research about the culture and religion and pack your bag accordingly. Choosing not to respect the traditions can only bring you trouble. It's good to know that you don't have to cover up completely in some parts of Morocco, as I can imagine in summer it's quite hard, when the temperatures reach 40 degrees. In October I imagine it shouldn't be a problem though. Tourists should respect more the places they visit in general I would say, there are so many times when I've seen almost naked girls in religious countries....
Thanks Joanna, I've seen the same too. It's almost embarrassing when I've seen semi-naked girls in religious places, I don't know how they feel comfortable, but I prefer to stay covered up.
Randomly I have been to Morocco in October but it was about 8 years ago and even though I was covered up and I was with my husband men would still go passed and comment in French as they walked past. I would love to go back again and spend longer. This a good selection of clothing and I like that you have broken it down by the city because your right different cities will require completely different items. I have not been to Fes but I have wanted too, it is good that the manager advised you beforehand on not showing your shoulders and I did not realise that it is more religious than Marrakech.
Thanks Mel for your detailed comment, I truly appreciate it. I was with my partner, and there was some cat calling, but only when he wasn't with me! I hope you find this guide useful should you return; I think it's more relaxed than when you last went.
Wow, that is quite a list. I like the way you have broken down the various cities and towns as per your observations on the dress code. Will save you the feeling of being a fish out of the water for sure. Like you said, best to be sensitive to the culture of the place you are visiting. Loved your pics. Cheers
Thanks Ami, I really appreciate your feedback. It's so important to try to blend into other cultures when travelling.
Thanks for writing this! Dressing according to the culture in the country you're visiting is incredibly important. Great suggestions for a place that is so warm in the fall.
You're welcome! I hope you find it useful if you ever visit Morocco.
Gosh Morocco looks amazing. it's such a colourful and vibrant place and these are great packing tips! I def think loose trousers will be high on my agenda as they are my fave item to pack.
I lived in these trousers, they're so comfy and perfect for traveling around Morocco!
I so agree with you. Packing and unpacking is the part of any trip that I hate the most. I loved the way how you have categorized what to wear in which city of Morocco. This is a very helpful guide. One cannot enjoy vacation unless one's comfortable. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your kind words, it means a lot, especially coming from another woman! I hope you find it useful if you ever visit Morocco. Safe travels!
Morocco is such a charming destination. You have shared a nice packing list. It makes sense to pack lightly. Also, it’s a conservative country so caution should be taken.
Thank you for your comments, Morocco is a great place to visit.
Thank you for breaking down the proper clothes to wear to respect another culture's traditions. I love the last breakdown of every area in Morocco. Though I don't have future plans to travel to Morocco anytime soon, this article will be so helpful for women who are traveling there!
You're so welcome. I think it's useful to know what to pack, especially for us ladies. We forget how liberal we are in the west with dress, so it's important to get it right in more religious countries.
i live in middle east and your post will come handy for me in some of my other travel destination too.. how did you like Morocco in general ? I hear mixed reviews.
I did enjoy it, but as a woman from the west, I really did feel like a second-class citizen at times to my partner. They spoke to him, never me, and even gave him the bigger camel, I got the small lady one lol
i know from traveling with girls to certain countries there are some very strict rules to addear to in some countries especially in more religious ones. These are some great tips for women, I know from a past experience traveling with a friend of mine, she had to research on what was acceptable before she even stepped into the country.
Yes, it's less easy to dress for women, men have it far easier! But that's the sacrifice to travel!
I've never been to Morocco but it's very high on my list. Thank you for this informative post on appropriate attire! It's so important to respect the local culture (and cover up in this case) when we travel. I think Rabat would be my favourite too, judging from your description.
It's so chilled, and really not as much staring as in other cities. Thanks for commenting!
You're right, it is important to pay attention to the local culture and religion, and dress appropriately. I like your idea of bringing a pair of flip flop to walk around the hotel. It can be dirty when they have carpet flooring.
Oh yes, I never leave the flip flops at home, they're a necessity!
Seems a lot more conservative than the UAE, I see. Although here as well, most emirates like Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are more conservative than Dubai itself, I can see it is similarly the case in Morocco with Marrakesh being more open as compared to Fes, probably because it more touristy. Thanks for this comprehensive guide, it will be very useful for when I do visit Morocco.
That's very surprising to read, but then again, with so many expats living in Dubai, I'm not super surprised. I hope it comes in handy for when you do visit Morocco, it's a great place!
Nothing is worse than visitors who appear to be totally unaware and unprepared for countries that have strong cultural values with regard to women's clothing. It is disrespectful and just asks for trouble. Articles like this one should be made compulsory reading for all inexperienced travelers. I love the way you divided up regions of Morocco as well - a great added dimension.
Thanks Nicole, I really appreciate your comments! I agree, and we take it for granted in the west that you can wear anything. I mean, you can, but it may be frowned upon in the country.
Very interesting! So many people don't realize that it does matter how you dress when traveling, both in terms of safety and in terms of simply blending in and becoming less of a target. I'll definitely refer back to this if I ever make it to Morocco!
Thanks Janelle, you're so right. I hope my guide comes in handy if you ever make it to Morocco. Safe travels!
Packing definitely is one of the most boring parts of travel but unfortunately, it is the most important task as well. It definitely is tough to dress for hot climate and at the same time make sure you remain modest in a conservative society like Morocco. YOur tips definitely look practical and comfortable at the same time. Loved reading through it.
Thank you Sindhu, I great appreciate your feedback! It was really a challenge knowing what to wear, but October's a good time to travel, as it's not so hot.
Good to read you are dressing sensibly in Morocco Lisa! As a male I'm lucky I can wear what I want. I have noticed tourists wearing skimpy outfits which of course is perfectly normal for me. But for the local males, some will get angry and some will stare heavily and even follow them! This is definitely attention you don't want, I wish every female traveler would read this before visiting Morocco!
Thank you , thank you James! Yes, men don't have the same issue, but for us women, it's something to be aware of. Of course, other women won't mind the attention, but I prefer to do without!
It is a perfect list. Always good to be respectful of other cultures. I think you have also convinced me to go to Morocco in October. It seems like a good compromise for daylight and weather.
Thank you! I'm so pleased to read this. October is a great time; Marrakech is always busy, but I think it'd be worse in spring/summer.
Great advice, Lisa! Morocco is such a religious place that consideration and respect is such an important thing to take in mind when traveling. I've heard a lot of various opinions regarding women in Morocco - some positive some negative. I myself haven't been yet, but is something I might plan to go really soon. Safe travels! xo, Mariella
Thanks Mariella! Yes, I too left with mixed feelings on the women in Morocco, but ultimately, I respect the way they live their life and get on with mine 🙂
Great list! I haven't been to Morocco yet but it's high on my list. I think it's so important to try to blend in and not stand out as a tourist, so this list will definitely come in handy when I make the trip there.
Thank you! It's a great country to visit, and just knowing what to wear will really be helpful 🙂
It's so sensible to reflect the local traditions in your own dress. And this is a really useful guide because the weather is hard to judge for anyone visiting from overseas. I used to travel to Libya and Saudi and I know how much easier it is to explore without being harassed if you dress appropriately
Thanks Fiona, it's encouraging to read your response, especially because you've travelled to even stricter countries!