10 things to do in Marrakech in June

In June, the thermometer in Marrakesh begins to register higher temperatures, with an average daytime temperature of 25-35°C, dropping to between 15-20°C at night.

Even so, it's a very pleasant month to visit the various monuments and gardens, as it's not as hot as July and August, and there are many hours of sunshine. It's also not high season and you'll find cheaper prices.

If you go to Marrakech in June, you can't miss the Essaouira Gnaoua Music Festival. In fact, no matter when you go to Marrakech, it is always advisable to take a trip to Essaouira, as it is one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco. But if, in addition, your trip coincides with the last week of June, you have a double reason to go, so book your trip to Essaouira in advance.

The festival has been held since 1998 with the aim of promoting Gnaoua music and promoting certain values such as the union of cultures and peace. In fact, the festival is an exponent of musical crossbreeding and the use of various instruments typical of Gnaoua music, such as drums (ganga), cymbals (qraqeb), the three-stringed drum (guembri) and the lute, is commonplace.

The event has an important international presence and each year brings together musicians of different styles such as reggae, jazz, pop and rock, with an audience of around 400,000 people. Admission is free, and it's a must-attend event!

More information about the festival

• Essaouira, 180 kilometres from Marrakech.
• Find out how to get from Marrakech to Essaouira to prepare your trip.
• Don't hesitate to read the post excursions to Essaouira from Marrakech to make the most of your stay.

One of the best things to do in June is to visit the Majorelle Garden. It is a very special time because at the end of spring the garden is in all its splendour and the pond makes the temperatures milder, making it a very pleasant place to stroll around. A real oasis in the heart of the city of Marrakech. The garden hides more than 300 plant species from all over the world. Palm trees, cactus, rose bushes, bougainvillea, bamboo, and ponds with lotus flowers and water lilies stand out.

The precursor of this garden was the French painter Jacque Majorelle, who in 1922 bought an estate with palm trees. He later created an art deco villa and a botanical garden containing a large number of species. As a nature lover, Majorelle brought back specimens from all his travels.

The painter had an accident and in the following years the garden was badly neglected, but later, in the 1980s, the businessman and fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent bought the estate and doubled the number of species. Today it is one of the most visited places in the city.

Further information

• Located at... Rue Yves St Laurent, (40090), Marrakesh.
• The Jardin Majorelle, priced from 12 euros, is open from 11am to 5pm.
• It is also home to the Museum of Berber Art.

If you fancy a trip to the desert, you have several options. You can book a trip to the Merzouga Desert, the Zagora Desert, or the Atlas Mountains and the Agafay Desert, or if you're short on time, you can opt to book an excursion to the Marrakech desert with dinner. All are perfect options for the month of June before the scorching heat of July and August arrives.

Specifically, the Agafay Desert is about 40 kilometres away, the Zagora Desert is just over 350 kilometres away and the Merzouga Desert is about 550 kilometres away, and all three are unforgettable visits.

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• You are in... Sahara Desert.
• Find out how to get to the desert from Marrakech.
• Check out the best excursions to the desert of Marrakech and the best activities in the desert of Marrakech to get all the information about this experience.

Another great plan for June is to book a camel ride through the Palm Grove, an enclave of around 100,000 palm trees planted during the Almoravid dynasty and located to the northeast of the city. It is considered an upmarket area and is home to a number of luxury hotels and golf courses.

It is common to tour the Marrakesh Palm Grove on camelback, horseback or you can also enjoy a quad bike ride. A pleasant and ideal way to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city in the middle of June and make a plan with the whole family. You'll also be able to take the odd break while you enjoy a green tea.

More info

• Located at... Route de Fès, (40000). Marrakech.
• If this experience is not enough for you, you can opt for a camel ride in other parts of Marrakech.

No matter what time of year you visit Marrakech, the Jamaa el-Fna square is a place you should not miss. It is located in the Medina of Marrakech, the historical area of Marrakech, and the ideal way to get to know all the history of this enclave is to book a tour of the Medina of Marrakech

. Specifically, from June onwards, I recommend that you make your visit at night, as the walk is much more pleasant due to the temperature. What's more, the square is full of food stalls where you can dine while enjoying an improvised show.

More information

• Located at... Avenue Jamaa El Fna (40000). Marrakech.
• The square is surrounded by various restaurants and bars so you can also relax while you have a drink and watch the life of the place. I leave you with the posts Moroccan food and the best restaurants in Marrakech so that you can get to know all the details of the local gastronomy.
• If you want a top experience, book a gastronomic tour of Marrakech.

One of the most visited monuments in Marrakesh are the Saadid tombs. They are small in size, so capacity is limited. June is therefore an ideal month to visit them, as there are not as many tourists as in other months of the year and you will not have to queue as long.

The Sa'did dynasty reigned between 1524 and 1659, and the Sa'did tombs date back to that time, when they were discovered and opened to the public in the early 20th century. There is a main mausoleum housing Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur and his family.

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• Located at... Rue de La Kasbah (40000). Marrakech.
• Admission is from 6,50€ and opening hours are from 9 am. - 12 h. and from 14:30 - 18 h. approximately.

Le Jardin Secret is located in the heart of Marrakech and is also an ideal plan for the month of June, as you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city as well as the heat while enjoying a pleasant and exotic stroll. Like the other green spaces in the city, the plants and flowers will be in full bloom at this time of year.

Le Jardin Secret opened its doors in 2016 although it dates back to the Saadian dynasty more than 400 years ago and is home to almost a hundred species. It is divided into two parts, an exotic garden on one side and an Islamic garden on the other.

Further information

• Located at... Rue Mouassine 121 (40030). Medina of Marrakech.
• Le Jardin Secret is open from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm and costs from 7 euros.

If you're heading to Marrakech in June, be aware that this is the month of the Marrakech Du Rire Festival, an event that has been going on for over a decade and is so popular that it's broadcast on TV.

Parades, carnivals, galas and various shows are just some of the attractions of this acclaimed event, where comedy and humour are the main protagonists and where spectators will have a great time.

Every year, Marrakech Du Rire welcomes promising young and great artists, both national and international, who have something in common besides their talent: they will make you laugh. Don't hesitate to come, you won't regret it!

More info

• Youcan find it in... different parts of Marrakech.

Another great option is to take a trip to the Anima Garden or Andre Heller Garden. Its shady paths and abundance of flowers and plants make it a magical place to visit in June. It also has a number of art installations.

This garden of almost two hectares was created by the artist André Heller, one of the most internationally renowned multimedia artists, and is an ideal way to escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city. You can also enjoy a delicious cake and tea or a tasty menu with traditional dishes made from local produce.

Anima Garden is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the entrance fee starts at €3. There is also a free shuttle service from Thursday to Sunday for easy access to the site, which is located approximately 30 kilometres from the city centre.

Further information

• Located at... Douar Sbiti Ourika, Route d'Ourika (40000). Marrakech.

Another ideal plan for one of the hottest days of your visit to Marrakech in June is to take the opportunity to take a dip in the Plage Rouge tourist complex which, located just over 15 kilometres from the medina, has a swimming pool of over two thousand square kilometres with Balinese beds and sun loungers for a day of relaxation.

You can also take the opportunity to enjoy a cocktail, listen to live music or enjoy a tasty dinner during your visit.

More info

• Located at... Route de Casablanca (40000). Marrakech.
• This tourist complex opened in April, although June, with the arrival of the heat, is the month when it is most popular with the public.
• The entrance fee starts at €14.

As a prelude to summer, temperatures in Marrakesh in June start to rise, but this is nothing like the central months of the summer season when walking around in the middle of the day is almost impossible.

In June you can generally enjoy all there is to see and do in Marrakesh, as the average temperature is around 20-35°C and rainfall is rare.

The number of tourists in Marrakech in June is low. This is unlike August, which has a large number of visitors despite the heat, or the months of April, May and October, which coincide with the high season. This makes it an ideal month to visit, as you won't have to wait in long queues at the various attractions and you'll be able to sightsee at your leisure.

It is very important that before your visit you have all the information about safety in Marrakech and how to get around Marrakech.

The holiday calendar in Marrakesh in general and Morocco in particular is quite unique, as is the case in all destinations. Even so, Marrakesh does not have any specific festivities coinciding with the month of June. Marrakech Du Rire, however, is a popular festival and is even broadcast on television due to its popularity.

Morocco is an ideal destination to visit in June as far as prices are concerned, as it doesn't coincide with the high season months so prices for travel, accommodation and food are cheaper than at other times of the year. Even so, in general terms, it is a cheap trip. The most expensive costs may be airfare and accommodation, depending on the time of year you visit.

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If you're visiting Marrakesh in June, bear in mind that temperatures will be high, so it's best to pack light linen or cotton clothes, which are ideal for the higher temperatures. It is also advisable to bring a hat or cap to cover your head and a scarf or foulard to cover your shoulders in case you enter a mosque or similar.

You should also bear in mind that Morocco is a Muslim country and it's advisable not to wear low-cut, strapless or short clothes in the case of women in order to avoid uncomfortable stares. Even so, despite being an Islamic country, it is one of the most westernised countries in the world, so dress codes are not as strict as in other places.

If you are still not sure about the best time to visit Marrakech, don't hesitate to read the post when to visit Marrakech.

On the other hand, if you are looking for information about other specific months, read the articles about Januaryin Marrakech, February in Marrakech, March in Marrakech, April in Marrakech, May in Marrakech, July in Marrakech, August in Marrakech, September in Marrakech, October in Marrakech, November in Marrakech and December in Marrakech. On the other hand, if you are in doubt about whether it is better to go in one season or another, you can read the posts Marrakech in summer or Marrakech in winter.