About Rabat: Overview & What to Expect
Rabat is Morocco's capital and combines historic monuments, a well-preserved medina, modern neighborhoods and a relaxed Atlantic coastline. The city offers a quieter alternative to some of Morocco's larger tourist destinations.
Morocco's capital combines a long political and cultural history with a calmer Atlantic-coast atmosphere. The city grew around the Bouregreg River and has played an important role in Morocco since the Almohad period, while later dynasties and the French Protectorate shaped much of its architecture and urban layout. Today, historic landmarks such as the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower and Chellah sit alongside government districts, modern neighborhoods, gardens and the Atlantic waterfront. Its mix of historic sites, organized streets and relatively relaxed pace makes it a useful destination for travelers interested in Moroccan history and everyday city life.
