Desert & South
Ouarzazate
Door of the Desert
Gateway to kasbah country and film studios on the edge of the Sahara.
1–2 Days
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
6+ Tours Available
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Ouarzazate anchors a region of earthen kasbahs, film sets, and oasis valleys. Visit Aït Ben Haddou, tour studios where epics were filmed, and use the city as a springboard to the Draa Valley and Merzouga dunes.
Top Highlights
Aït Ben Haddou (nearby)
Atlas Studios
Taourirt Kasbah
Draa Valley gateway
Things to Do
Kasbah Taourirt tour
Visit film studios
Day trip to Aït Ben Haddou
Local Cuisine & Food
Berber omelette
Couscous with vegetables
Dates & almonds
Getting There
Reach by road via the Tizi n’Tichka pass from Marrakech (≈4–5h). Limited flights operate seasonally.
Where to Stay
Guesthouses near Taourirt or boutique kasbah hotels outside town.
Travel Tips
Avoid midday heat in summer
Carry water on road trips
4x4 recommended for remote tracks
Activities
Film LocationsHistoryRoad Trips
