Rabat City Half Day

Rabat

Departure Location

Rabat

Destination

4 hours

Duration

Private Tour

Tour Type

Overview of the Half Day Rabat City Tour

The Half Day Rabat City Tour is the perfect introduction to Morocco’s capital. Designed for travelers with limited time, this guided experience allows you to discover Rabat’s most iconic landmarks in just four hours. Moreover, the tour can be operated in the morning or in the afternoon, offering great flexibility for both FITs and small groups.

Thanks to its calm atmosphere, wide avenues, and ocean views, Rabat feels very different from other imperial cities. Therefore, this tour is ideal for guests looking for culture, history, and elegance, all at a relaxed pace.

Highlights of the Half Day Rabat City Tour

During your Half Day Rabat City Tour, you will visit the city’s most important historical and cultural sites, accompanied by a professional local guide.

Royal Palace of Rabat

Your tour begins with a stop at the Royal Palace, the official residence of His Majesty the King. Although entry is restricted, the exterior and surroundings offer a clear insight into Morocco’s monarchy and modern governance.

Chellah Necropolis

Next, you will explore the Chellah Necropolis, an ancient Roman and medieval site. Surrounded by nature, this peaceful landmark beautifully blends history and atmosphere.

Hassan Tower & Royal Mausoleum

After that, you will visit the Hassan Tower, one of Rabat’s most recognizable symbols. Just nearby, the Royal Mausoleum showcases stunning craftsmanship and deep national significance.

Oudaias Fortress

Then, continue to the Oudaias Kasbah, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. With its blue-and-white streets, this fortress is perfect for photos and short walks.

Rabat Medina

Finally, your Half Day Rabat City Tour ends with a stroll through the medina, where local life, artisan shops, and traditional souks come together.

Why Choose This Half Day Rabat City Tour?

Ideal for first-time visitors
Easy pace and short duration
Morning or afternoon departure
Perfect for FITs and small groups

Additionally, this tour pairs well with longer itineraries such as our Morocco Imperial Cities Tour

For more information about Rabat’s heritage, you may also visit: Visit Morocco – Rabat

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Your hotel (location) in Rabat

DEPARTURE TIME/RETURN TIME

9:00 AM / 1:00 PM (Approx.)

INCLUDED

Local tour guide	A/C Mini-van
Entrance fees	English speaking driver

NOT INCLUDED

Meals

Drinks

9:00 AM - Pickup

For Rabat city tours, our English speaking driver/guide will pick you up from your lodging location. Then you will be transferred to the city center where the visit will start.

9:10 AM - Meet your local guide

Once arrived, our local English speaking guide will take you on your fabulous guided tour.

9:15 AM - Rabat tour

Your visit of Rabat will start at Chellah or Sala Colonia which is a well preserved necropolis and complex of ancient Roman Mauritania Tingitana and medieval ruins at the outskirts of Rabat. Chellah is the most ancient human settlement on the mouth of the Bouregreg River (the river that separates Rabat from Sale). Next you will have the chance to see the Hassan Tower which is a minaret of an incomplete mosque, this tower was intended to be the largest minaret in the world along with its mosque but the work stopped just after the death of Sultan Yaakub Al Mansour. Other wonderful places to visit today are: Mohammed V mausoleum which is a historical building located on the opposite side of Yaakub Al Mansour esplanade. It contains the tombs of the Moroccan king Mohammed V and his two sons, late King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah. The building is considered a masterpiece of modern Alaouite dynastyarchitecture, with its white silhouette, topped by a typical green tiled roof, green being the color of Islam. A reader of the Koran is often present, having his assigned seat. Its construction was completed in 1971. Hassan II was buried there following his death in 1999. And the famous Ouddayas Kasbah which is a Kasbah at the mouth of the Bouregreg River, it was built in the twelfth century by the Almohads who called it “Al Mahdia” in reference to their leader Al Mahdi Ben Tumurt. Originally this Kasbah was a Ribat (a military defense). And later the Kasbah gave its name to the whole city. Kasbah Ouddayas is a city within a city, a little city apart in Rabat. In 2012 it was inscribed on the list of World Heritage of UNESCO as a cultural asset along with other sites in the city.

1:00 PM - Lunch time

Our guide will take to one of the most beautiful restaurants in Rabat where you can enjoy your lunch.

2:00 PM - Way back to your hotel

End of the tour and transfer back to your hotel.

2:10 PM - Drop off

Drop off at your hotel and end of our services.

Package per person:

Number of persons	1 person	2 persons	3 persons	4 persons	5 persons	6 persons
Price per person	155 USD	82 USD	58 USD	46 USD	39 USD	34 USD

Tour Rates :

Prices are per person, per booking, and are listed in USD. All published prices are valid for the whole year except during the new year holiday period where special rates will be applied (please contact us at sales@coloredmorocco.com if you wish to book this tour between Dec 25th to Jan 1st). Rates are based on the number of participants.

Children Policy:

Children under the age of 2 are free of charge
Children aged between 2 and 12 YO may receive up to 50% discount
Children aged 12 and older are considered adults.

How to book your Tour:

Please fill all the required information in the opposite booking form and then click the “Book Now” button and follow all the instructions until your checkout.
You can also book your tour on our booking page, or by sending your booking request to sales@coloredmorocco.com.
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For groups over 6 participants, please Click here and send us your request.

Half Day Rabat City Tour

Overview of the Half Day Rabat City Tour