The Versailles of Morocco
A quieter imperial city famed for monumental gates and nearby Roman ruins.
Once the capital under Sultan Moulay Ismaïl, Meknes impresses with grand gates, stables, and palaces. Pair your visit with Volubilis, one of North Africa's best-preserved Roman sites, and the holy town of Moulay Idriss.
Meknes is on the main rail line between Rabat and Fez; nearest major airports are FEZ and RBA.
Riads in the medina or small guesthouses near El-Hedim.