City tour of Ait Ben Haddou

The best way to get to the city is from the nearby town of Ouarzazate. During the low season, it can be a bigger problem to get here by public transport, because there are not so many tourists and it is necessary to get to the place by a privately rented taxi. It is recommended to stay on site so that you have enough time to explore all parts of this beautiful place.

View of the clay walls of the city. The first views after arriving in the city are breathtaking.

A more modern village and old town are separated by a river. Most tourists jump over the rocks that the locals keep here. It is necessary to reckon that the locals will want money for you to be able to cross the rocks.

While walking through the city, we can explore various buildings and see the simple interiors of old dwellings.

View of the city center from one of the roofs of old buildings. You can also see decorative elements engraved in clay buildings.

One of the streets of Ait Ben Haddou, where beautiful and handmade carpets hang. In the old town there are several shops with interesting souvenirs. But, as everywhere in Morocco, we need to bargain and not be fooled. Here, prices are many times higher than in ordinary places in Morocco.

Above the town of Ait Ben Haddou there is a viewpoint where we can enjoy the surrounding region. Here is a view of an interesting hill opposite the city. Many films were made in Ait Ben Haddou, including Gladiator.

Here is another view of the city from the hill. We can notice the decay of the upper parts of the buildings caused by erosion.

The last rays of the sun beautifully illuminate the whole scene of the old town. For romantics and dreamers, it is a feast for the eyes and soul.