Place Jemaa El Fna

Square Marrakech, Marrakech - Safi, Morocco

What to expect

Jemaa el-Fnaa is a square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter. It remains the main square of Marrakesh, used by locals and tourists. The origin of its name is unclear, but it is believed to refer to a destroyed mosque on the site or a mosque with a distinctive courtyard. The square has a long history dating back to the Almoravid dynasty and has been used for various purposes such as public executions, military parades, and markets. Today, it is a popular destination for street food, with smoky grills and lively stalls serving up mouth-watering delicacies. The place is suitable for visitors aged 13 and above

Plan your family visit to the Place Jemaa El Fna with these blog insights 👇

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How To Spend 2 Days In Marrakech With Kids

How To Spend 2 Days In Marrakech With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited this square and saw snake charmers, traditional musicians, henna artists, and live shows

Highlights: The kids loved the snake charmers, traditional musicians, henna artists, and live shows ✨

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Marrakech with family: the best places to visit with children

Marrakech with family: the best places to visit with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent time at the square at different times of the day, seeing the bustling activity during the day, the lively sunset, and the captivating evening performances

Highlights: The kids loved running around the square during the day, and we all loved watching the evening performances, like the snake charmers and musicians ✨

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Marrakech with kids: 9 fun kids' activities!

Marrakech with kids: 9 fun kids' activities!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Djemaa el Fna square, Marrakech’s most famous landmark, in the evening when it’s less hot and there’s plenty to see

Highlights: We enjoyed watching all the activities in the square, people walking around with animals, and people dressed up trying to sell things ✨