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Rabat 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Rabat grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Chellah · Heritage & monuments·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    Chellah

    Heritage & monuments

    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.

  2. After lunch
    Museum of History and Civilizations in Rabat

    Museums & galleries · 1.3 km from the previous stop

    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.

  3. Afternoon
    Dar al-Makhzen

    Castles & palaces · 1.2 km from the previous stop

    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.

  4. Evening
    Ahl Fez Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    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.

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DAY 2

Around The Great Mosque of Salé · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    The Great Mosque of Salé

    Temples & religious sites

    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.

  2. After lunch
    Lalla Al-Shahba Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.6 km from the previous stop

    A historic mosque in the old town of Salé, Morocco, facing Rabat across the river. It's said to have been built in 1075 under the Almoravid dynasty and is considered one of the oldest mosques in Salé.

  3. Afternoon
    Oudaya museum

    Museums & galleries · 1.5 km from the previous stop

    This jewelry museum occupies a renovated former museum building inside the Kasbah of the Udayas. Visitors can explore its Andalusian-style garden alongside a building recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  4. Evening
    Hassan II Bridge

    Views & landmarks · 1.5 km from the previous stop

    A bridge over the Bou Regreg River connecting Rabat and Salé. It's a pleasant crossing that offers views of both the river and the cityscape.

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DAY 3

Around Russian Orthodox Church in Rabat · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    Russian Orthodox Church in Rabat

    Temples & religious sites

    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.

  2. After lunch
    National Photography Museum

    Museums & galleries · 1.5 km from the previous stop

    A photography museum housed in a converted 19th-century fortress, opened in 2020. Its distinctive fortress setting offers a unique backdrop for viewing a wide range of photographic works.

  3. Afternoon
    Sunnah Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 2.1 km from the previous stop

    A large mosque in central Rabat, ranked among the biggest in Morocco. It's a great stop while strolling through downtown to admire its grand exterior.

  4. Evening
    Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art

    Museums & galleries · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    This museum of modern art opened in 2014, showcasing contemporary works from Morocco and around the world. As the first major art museum built in Morocco since independence, it anchors any art-focused visit to Rabat.

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Around Chellah, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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