Marrakech Medina Food Tour & Cooking Class

Marrakech Medina Food Tour & Cooking Class
Moroccoโ€ข1 days

Marrakech Medina Food Tour & Cooking Class

4.81122 reviews
Full payment at booking 14-day cancellation policy Expert local guides

Start in the souks with your guide, selecting fresh ingredients and hand-ground spices at the market. Head to a 400-year-old riad kitchen to learn the secrets of tagine, couscous and bastilla pastry. The session ends with a rooftop lunch overlooking the Koutoubia Mosque.

At a glance

Duration

1 day

Destination

Morocco

Group size

Small group (max 12)

Language

Arabic,

Difficulty

Easy

Best time

Marchโ€“May and Septembeโ€ฆ

About this experience

On this 1 day experience in Morocco, you'll be looked after by an expert local guide and taken to Souk shopping for spices, Tagine & couscous cooking, Riad kitchen setting. Expect a small, friendly group, a relaxed but well-paced itinerary, and genuine insight you wouldn't easily find on your own. Everything listed as included is taken care of on the day โ€” just bring yourself, comfortable shoes and a sense of curiosity.

Perfect for

Foodies and curious eaters
Couples on a date-night experience
Travellers who learn through taste
Anyone wanting to eat where locals eat

What's included

Included

  • Market ingredients
  • Cooking class
  • Lunch
  • Recipe booklet

Not included

  • Flights and international travel to the meeting point
  • Transfers to and from the meeting point (unless listed as included)
  • Accommodation (unless listed as included)
  • Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for your guide (optional and at your discretion)

Good to know

Difficulty & physical requirements

Easy โ€” suitable for all fitness levels with a relaxed pace.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes ยท A healthy appetite ยท Cash for extra drinks or souvenirs ยท Wet wipes and a small bottle of water ยท An open mind for new flavours

Best time to visit

Marchโ€“May and Septemberโ€“November are most comfortable. Summer is extremely hot inland; winter nights in the desert can be cold.

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at your riad/hotel or the main square specified for your tour. The exact meeting point and a map pin are confirmed in your booking email 24 hours before departure.

Local insider tips

โ€ข Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered), especially outside tourist hubs. Carry dirhams for souks, and agree taxi prices before you set off. โ€ข Come hungry โ€” portions across multiple stops add up fast. Mention any allergies when booking so your guide can plan alternatives.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your travel date for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure are non-refundable. If the operator cancels for safety reasons, you'll get a full refund or an alternative date.

Highlights

Souk shopping for spices
Tagine & couscous cooking
Riad kitchen setting
Rooftop lunch

What's Included

Market ingredients
Cooking class
Lunch
Recipe booklet

Explore the Area

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Get There

Flights to Casablanca

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Where to Stay

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Traveler Reviews

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Sarah M. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

March 2026

Absolutely life-changing experience. The guides were knowledgeable and made every moment special. Would book again in a heartbeat!

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Luca R. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

February 2026

Exceeded all expectations. The local connections they have are unmatched โ€” we got access to places tourists never see.

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Yuki T. ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต

January 2026

Great experience overall. The itinerary was well-planned and our guide spoke perfect English. Booking was smooth too.

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Amira K. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช

December 2025

Wanderlust curated everything perfectly. The attention to detail was impressive โ€” from transfers to meals. Highly recommend.

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Carlos V. ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท

November 2025

Beautiful destination, great organisation. Minor timing hiccup on day 2 but the team resolved it immediately. Overall 9/10.

Frequently asked questions

This experience runs for approximately 1 day. We recommend arriving 10โ€“15 minutes early so your guide can welcome you and get the group started on time.

Have a question? Send an inquiry

Tell us your preferred dates and what you're after โ€” we'll reply within 24 hours to start your booking.

No payment is taken. We'll confirm details and send a secure payment link once you're ready to book.

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