Welcome to the Riad Capaldi blog. We are your perfect base to explore the city of Marrakech and the surrounding areas. As its summer time and you may be thinking about where you want to go for your summer holidays. We at The Capaldi Hotel and Riad think Marrakesh is one of the most beautiful places in the world. If you are thinking of visiting Marrakesh, here our top 5 tours to take in and around Marrakesh.

1. Ouzoud Falls 






Take a day tour to the beautiful Ouzoud Falls, where you can take in the stunningly beautiful  view of Ouzoud Falls, Surrounded by thousands of olive trees, these wonderful falls plunge 360 feet (110 meters) to the ground below. You will be able to view the falls from various viewpoints to get the amazing photo opportunities. Truely a sight to behold.


2. Marrakech By Air




Experience the beautiful sites of Marrakesh by going on a hot air balloon tour. If you have never been in a hot air balloon, this is the perfect place to experience it for the first time. You can move through the skies, viewing the mountain ranges and villages surrounding Marrakech from up in the sky. Even more romantic if you go and view the stunning Marrakesh sunrise, it’s an experience your never forget.


3. Bahia Palace



Take a guided tour of the stunning Bahia Palace which is located in the medina of Marrakech along the northern edge of the district Mellah or Jewish quarter. This large beautiful palace extends over almost eight hectares in the project, consist of a series of walled gardens, pavilions, and buildings of the court at different scale. If you take a tour of this amazing palace you will be getting a great insight into Morocco history.


4.   Ecomusee Berbere - The Berber Museum 



Morocco is known for it's culture and heritage. Get a real sense of Morocco traditions by taking a tour of the Berber museum of Ourika valley located in Tafza, a village of potters, 37km from Marrakech, the museum is the oldest museum dedicated to the Berber culture.

5. Marrakech Quad Biking and Camel Riding Tour



If you love adventure, then this is you perfect tour. First you can experience the picturesque palm groves of Marrakech while riding a camel and be guided by an expert guide which will show you the most stunning views of Marrakech. Then, if that wasn't enough adventure you can drive a quad bike through the countryside. This is the perfect quad biking terrain.

* If you love donkeys and mules, make sure you visit Jarjeer Mules. They are a donkey sanctuary that care for old working donkeys. Jarjeer Mules make sure the donkeys and mules have the food, shelter and medical care they need for as long as needed. Find out more about them on the Jarjeer Mules website. For more information about the Riad Capaldi, or book a room, watch this video: