🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Blue Old Town
- ✓Medina
- ✓Uta el-Hammam Square
- ✓Rif Mountains
- ✓Grand Mosque
- ✓Medina Souks
- ✓Akchour Waterfalls
Also check attractions in other Morocco cities:
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen
The enchanting Blue Pearl of Morocco, a mountain town with blue-washed buildings nestled in the Rif Mountains, offering Instagram-worthy streets and laid-back atmosphere
🌐Other Cities in Morocco
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★Lina Ryad & Spa
- ★Casa Perleta
- ★Dar Meziana
- ★Pension La Castellana
- ★Hostel Chaouen Backpackers
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Restaurant Beldi Bab Ssour
$$Traditional Moroccan mountain cuisine
•Café Clock Chaouen
$$International & Moroccan fusion
•Aladdin Restaurant
$Moroccan classics & pizza
•Tissemlal
$$Refined Moroccan dining
•Plaza Uta Cafes
$Café culture & mint tea
Also check restaurants in other Morocco cities:
🛍️ Shopping
- •Textile & Wool ShopsTraditional Textiles
Chefchaouen famous for colorful woven blankets, rugs, and textiles with geometric Berber patterns. Shop around for quality and prices. Wool products, djellabas, scarves. Watch weavers at work in some shops. Negotiate politely but vendors less aggressive than big cities.
- •Leather Goods SouksLeather Products
Traditional leather bags, babouche slippers, belts, and accessories. Local leather goods distinct from Fez/Marrakech styles. Quality varies - inspect carefully. Good value compared to tourist cities. Bargaining expected but reasonable starting prices.
- •Artisan CooperativesHandicrafts
Several cooperatives selling quality handicrafts with fixed prices. Proceeds support local artisans. Ceramics, woodwork, textiles, argan oil products. Good for understanding fair prices before negotiating in souks. Higher quality standards.
- •Hashish Souvenir ShopsNovelty Items
Chefchaouen in Rif Mountains is Morocco's cannabis-growing region. Souvenir shops sell cannabis-leaf themed items, pipes, etc. Legal products only. Actual cannabis is illegal despite prevalence - politely decline street offers to avoid scams or legal issues.
💡 Travel Tips
- • Chefchaouen is very laid-back and safe. Less hassle from touts than Marrakech/Fez. Enjoy the relaxed mountain town vibe.
- • The entire medina is blue and photogenic, but best spots: steps near Uta Square, alleys off Avenue Hassan II, Ras El Maa area. Morning light is softer than harsh midday sun.
- • Bring cash - ATMs exist but sometimes run out or malfunction. Many small shops and riads prefer cash. Withdraw in larger cities if concerned.
- • Politely decline cannabis offers from street dealers. Despite Rif region's production, it's illegal. Scams and legal problems possible. Not worth the risk.
- • Chefchaouen gets cold at night, especially winter. Bring layers even in summer - mountain town at 600m elevation. Some riads have limited heating.
- • The Spanish Mosque hike is safe during day but avoid after dark. Go for sunset but descend before it gets dark. The path is uneven.
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
April-June, September-October
💰Daily Budget
$20-50/day
👥Popular With
PhotographersInstagram TravelersBackpackersCouplesRelaxation Seekers
🗓️Recommended Stay
2-3 days
🌐Timezone
UTC+1
💬Local Language
Arabic, French, Spanish, Berber
💱Currency
MAD (Moroccan Dirham)
📅Chefchaouen 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
Blue Medina Exploration
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Morning3h
Medina Wandering & Photography
💡 Start early for best light and fewer crowds. Get intentionally lost in blue alleyways. Best photo spots: near Uta Square, Avenue Hassan II alleys, doorways and staircases throughout. Every corner is Instagram-worthy. Bring fully charged phone/camera.
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Morning1.5h
🎭
Kasbah & Gardens
💡 Visit Kasbah museum and ethnographic collection (60 MAD entry). Climb tower for medina overview. Relax in Andalusian gardens with fountains and flowers. Museum small but interesting for Rif culture understanding.
☀️
Afternoon2-3h
🛍️
Souk Shopping & Textile Browsing
💡 Browse wool blankets, woven textiles, leather goods. Watch artisans at work. Negotiate politely - prices more reasonable than big cities. Compare quality and prices before buying. Visit artisan cooperatives for fair price reference.
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Evening2h
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Spanish Mosque Sunset Hike
💡 Leave 1.5h before sunset for 30-minute uphill hike. Panoramic views of blue medina against mountains. Bring water, camera, and layers for cooling temperature. Descend before dark. Most iconic Chefchaouen photo opportunity.
💡Tips
- •2 nights/3 days is perfect for Chefchaouen - enough to explore without getting bored
- •Combine with Fez (4h bus) or Tangier (3h) for efficient northern Morocco circuit
- •Don't overschedule - Chefchaouen's charm is in wandering aimlessly and relaxing
- •Thursday is market day with more local activity and authentic atmosphere