Rabat, Morocco
Morocco’s calm capital in its World Book Capital year: the Kasbah des Oudayas, the Rue des Consuls, Chellah and the Hassan Tower, Zaha Hadid’s Royal Theatre, riads in the medina, Salé and the surf below the kasbah.
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21 saved links · 9 articles · 4 activities · 4 stays · 2 restaurants · 2 videos · from lonelyplanet.com, timeout.com and 16 more
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A Guide to Rabat, Morocco - Lonely Planet
Navigate the central medina of Morocco's coastal capital with aplomb using this guide to Rabat's top sights, plus when to go and typical costs.
lonelyplanet.com 
ArticleNorth African City Of Rabat To Become Unesco’s World Book Capital For 2026
Morocco’s capital city Rabat has been named the World Book Capital for 2026, and will be hosting a series of literary events throughout the year to celebrate.
timeout.com
StayWaldorf Astoria Opens in Rabat, Atop Morocco's Tallest Tower - The Luxury Editor
A 55-room hotel inside the Mohammed VI Tower marks the brand’s Moroccan debut, and it does so in true Waldorf Astoria style with a celestial design language, an Alain Ducasse restaurant and one of North Africa’s largest private art collections. We’re particularly delighted to share this news, as on one of our recent trips to […]
theluxuryeditor.com- Stay
Hôtel à Rabat
Idéalement situé en plein cœur de la ville de Rabat, le Pietri Urban Hotel*** vous accueille pour des séjours d’exception. Réservez en ligne dès maintenant.
lepietri.com 
ActivityAccueil - Théâtre Royal de Rabat
Au cœur de la vallée du Bouregreg, le Théâtre Royal de Rabat s’impose comme une destination culturelle d’exception, dédiée à la création, à l’émotion et au dialogue entre les arts et les publics. Pensé pour célébrer toute la richesse du spectacle vivant, il accueille des œuvres, des artistes et des expressions venus du Maroc et du monde entier, dans un esprit d’ouverture, d’excellence et de transmission.
theatreroyalrabat.ma- Activity
La Fondation de la Mosquée Hassan II de Casablanca | - Mosquée Hassan 2
Histoire, chiffres clés, visite et actualités de la Mosquée Hassan 2 de Casablanca
fmh2.ma 
ArticleWhy 2026 is the year to explore Rabat—Morocco’s understated capital
Far from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech and Casablanca, Morocco’s coastal capital is finally getting its due. Learn when to visit, where to stay, what historic sites to explore, and more.
nationalgeographic.com
ArticleRabat’s Royal Theater Opens Doors With All-Moroccan Gala
Morocco’s Royal Theater of Rabat officially opened to the public on Wednesday evening. The long-awaited event brought together Princesses Lalla Khadija, Lalla Meryem, and Lalla Hasnaa, alongside France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron.
moroccoworldnews.com
StayRiad Rabat - Maison d’hôtes de Luxe à Rabat | Dar El Kebira
Séjournez dans notre Riad de luxe à Rabat au cœur de la médina de Rabat Checkin – Checkout Adultes Adultes Adultes 12345 Enfants Enfants Enfants 0 Search Marhaba Un Riad Situé à rabat à quelques mètres de la Rue des Consuls et de la Kasbah des Oudayas, le Riad Dar El Kebira est avant tout […]
darelkebira.com- Food
Accueil - Le Dhow
Le Dhow, votre restaurant bar lounge à Rabat sur le quai de Bouregreg
ledhow.com - Activity
Site archéologique de Chellah – Patrimoine Mondial
Official site for the Roman and Merinid necropolis and its storks: winter hours 9am–6pm (from 1 October), online ticketing, and audio guides in English, French, Arabic and Spanish.
chellah.site 
ArticleRabat’s Sister City: Essential Travel Guide to Salé
Discover everything you need to know about visiting Rabat's sister city, including the best things to do, in this travel guide to Salé
malika-in-morocco.com- Article
Best Travel Destinations 2026 - Lonely Planet
Discover Lonely Planet’s top travel destinations for 2026. Explore expertly curated adventures worldwide, from top cities to unforgettable experiences.
lonelyplanet.comSaved by 2 travellers 
ArticleThese Are the 25 Best Places To Travel in 2027, According to Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet has revealed the 25 places making up its Best in Travel 2027 list, from an overlooked Caribbean island to a Spanish city still off the radar. See the full list here.
timeout.com
ArticleCrown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurates Mohammed VI Tower in Rabat-Salé
By royal instructions from King Mohammed VI, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurated the Mohammed VI Tower, unveiling one of Morocco’s highest profile
hespress.com
StayEuphoriad
A journey in Rabat
euphoriad.com- Food
Restaurant Marocain Traditionnel
Traditional Moroccan cooking at 23 Rue Moulay Brahim in the old medina, one of National Geographic's 2026 Rabat dining picks.
darzaki.com - Activity
Toutes nos expositions - Fondation Nationale des Musées
Exhibitions at MMVI and the other national museums, including the Mohamed Melehi retrospective that opened at MMVI on 29 April 2026.
fnm.ma 
ArticleTransavia launches new route between Amsterdam and Rabat
Today, the first Transavia flight departed from Amsterdam to Rabat. The opening of this new route to the Moroccan capital is a new step in Transavia's continued growth in North Africa. The festive kick-off took place at Schiphol Airport in the presence of Transavia CEO Marcel de Nooijer and Moroccan Ambassador Mohamed Basri.
transavia.com
VideoI DIDN'T EXPECT RABAT TO BE LIKE THIS! 🇲🇦
Ride with Gabi's first-impressions vlog (20:22) of the capital's medina, kasbah and modern districts – a good feel for how unhurried Rabat is compared with Marrakech.
youtube.com
VideoThe NEW Face Of Rabat: Morocco in 2026🇲🇦 (Most Advanced City)
KNT's 28:51 look at the new Rabat – the tram, the redeveloped Bouregreg riverfront and the skyline of new landmarks – which fits the 'capital having its moment' angle.
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