QUICK GUIDE TO CHEFCHAOUEN

Chefchaouen

After visiting Morocco for the first time back in May, I knew I had to return. I had fallen in love with the beautiful country and there is so much more to explore! Chefchaouen has always been on my bucket list for years after seeing mesmerizing images on Instagram and everyone should visit once in their lifetime. I did not get a chance to visit my first time in Morocco because of how far it is from all the other major cities we were visiting at the time. Back in September, I decided I had to return to Morocco and made my dreams come true! Here’s a quick guide to Chefchaouen and everything you need to know!

Chefchaouen is a city in the Rif Mountains of northwest of Morocco and known for its beautiful blue buildings, also known as “The Blue Pearl” or “Blue City”. Not many places live up to its expectations but Chechaouen truly has. The old town makes you feel like you’re in another world, with bright-blue buildings, colorful Moroccan decorations, and narrow streets will have you feeling mesmerized for days.

Chefchaouen

HOW TO GET TO CHEFCHAOUEN

  • Public Transportation – Train is the best option, check the ONCF website for train schedules from your destination.
  • Hire a driver – You can easily hire a driver from Tangier or Fez but make sure to negotiate!
  • Drive – I drove from Casablanca to Chefchaouen with a rental, which took me 5+ hours and it was not the easiest drive through the mountains.

HELPFUL TIPS FOR VISITING CHEFCHAOUEN

  • Bring cash!
  • Languages: English, Arabic, French, and Spanish
  • Females should dress conservatively
  • Purchase a local Orange SIM. It’s the best WiFi/Data option in Morocco
  • Always bargain for prices when shopping!!

WHERE TO STAY

There are plenty of great options in Chefchaouen for very cheap prices. The riads are some of the best authentic experiences to have. Riads are traditional Moroccan homes or palaces turned into a guesthouse.

  • Hotel Casa Miguel is where I stayed. It was a cute riad, centrally located and breakfast was included
  • Dar Meziana has a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Rif Mountains and breakfast is included

WHAT TO DO

  • Explore the Medina
  • Shopping in the Souk
  • Get lost in the Blue City and take hundreds of photos
  • Eat traditional Moroccan cuisine
  • Find cute places for Moroccan Tea
  • Hike to Spanish Mosque
  • Hike the Rif Mountains

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Have I convinced you to visit Chefchaouen yet? I hope so, but I’m sure the photos did all the convincing! Chefchaouen may not be easy to get to but it’s well worth it. If you have plans to visit Morocco, make sure to check out my 10 day Morocco itinerary & glamping experience at Scarabeo Camp.

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8 comments

  • Susie

    November 10, 2017 at 6:29 pm

    I love the colors! I’m moving to Germany next year so I hope I can pay a visit to Morocco while I’m there. Thanks for sharing your tips and photos 🙂

    1. Tour de Lust

      November 11, 2017 at 2:41 pm

      That is awesome! Hope you get to visit soon!

  • Krisha Patel

    December 26, 2017 at 11:38 am

    Chefchaouen was one of my favorite destinations– I was only there for 2 days but the food was fantastic and we really enjoyed all of the blue!!

    http://sprinkletheglobe.com/index.php/category/chefchaouen/

    1. Tour de Lust

      December 26, 2017 at 1:40 pm

      I agree Krisha! Chefchaouen is has been one of my favorite places to visit!

  • Femke

    April 2, 2018 at 1:22 am

    Chefchaouen looks amazing. Next week I’m travelling to Morocco and I’m also heading Chefchaouen, I can’t wait! I was wondering where the beautiful pictures were taken where you are drinking tea? Such a nice spot! Is it a café, restaurant, or maybe a hotel? Definitely want to go there!
    Thanks!

    1. Tour de Lust

      April 2, 2018 at 1:41 am

      You’ll have an amazing time!! The spot was actually someone’s home that they decorated and allow tourists to pay a few dirhams to take photos. So there wasn’t really a name of the location but they had signs outside to stop inside for photos it was pretty close to our Hotel, Casa Miguel and it was located on the main road. Hope that helps!

  • Ashly

    October 24, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    What month did you go? how was the weather?

    1. Tour de Lust

      October 24, 2018 at 6:01 pm

      I went around the end of September and the weather was very nice! Around 80’s in Fahrenheit.

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