Moulay Idriss
Moulay Idriss is built across two hills around the tomb of the founder of Morocco's first dynasty. The viewpoint over the town is one of the best in the north.
What stands out
Why this place stays with people
- Hillside town viewpoint
- Pilgrimage town atmosphere
- Views down to Volubilis
- Round cylindrical minaret
Best time to go
Good most of the year.
From the driver's seat
The shrine itself is closed to non-Muslims, but walking the town and the viewpoint is welcome.
Visitor guide
Your guide to Moulay Idriss
How long to stay
About an hour.
Getting there
About 5 km from Volubilis.
Worth seeing
- The holy town spread over two hills
- The view over the town from the terraces above
Good to know
- The shrine itself is closed to non-Muslims.
- A good place for lunch with a view, after Volubilis.
Routes through here
Ways to make it part of the trip
6 Days · 5 Nights6-Day Imperial Cities Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech
The Imperial Spine$850–$1150 per person · accommodation included
10 Days · 9 Nights10-Day Morocco Tour: Tangier to Marrakech
North to South$1550–$2100 per person · accommodation included
4 Days · 3 Nights4-Day Middle Atlas & Volubilis Tour from Fes
Fes, Cedars and the Middle Atlas$560–$760 per person · accommodation includedMoulay Idriss, your way
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