Rabat

Heritage & monuments

Chellah

This medieval Islamic site sits in the heart of Rabat, Morocco. Once a necropolis, it's a peaceful place to wander and take in centuries of history.

Temples & religious sites

The Great Mosque of Salé

The great mosque at the heart of Salé's old town in Morocco. Covering about 5,070 square meters, it's the third-largest mosque in Morocco and a fine place to explore Islamic architecture.

Temples & religious sites

Russian Orthodox Church in Rabat

This Russian Orthodox church in Rabat is the oldest Orthodox church still in operation in Morocco. Visitors can explore its chapel, which has a distinctly exotic atmosphere.

Temples & religious sites

St. Peter's Cathedral (Rabat)

A Catholic cathedral on Place Golan in central Rabat, built in the early 20th century in Art Deco style. It's a striking piece of religious architecture right in the heart of the city.

Temples & religious sites

Ahl Fez Mosque

A mosque located in Al-Saïd Mechouar within Rabat's royal palace complex, built in the 18th century by an Alaouite sultan. It's known for the tradition, still upheld today, of the king delivering sermons here during Friday and holiday prayers.

Castles & palaces

Dar al-Makhzen

The official residence of the King of Morocco in Rabat, located within a walled complex. A garden-lined square and the Ahl Fas Mosque stand together in front of the palace.

Temples & religious sites

Moulay Slimane Mosque

A mosque in Rabat's medina, built in 1812 by Sultan Moulay Slimane and named after him. It features traditional Moroccan architecture with a courtyard and an impressive 32-meter minaret.

Museums & galleries

Museum of History and Civilizations in Rabat

This national archaeology museum in Rabat, Morocco has been open since 1932. Its collection includes a bust of the Amazigh king Juba II, along with a vast array of artifacts unearthed across the country.