3-day cultural tour in Oujda: Medina, markets and local life

Walk the Medina and markets, then venture to coastal landscapes and artisan areas

A 3-day guided tour of Oujda and its surroundings, led by local guides in English or French, with hotel pickup, private transportation between sites, and traditional Moroccan meals included. The itinerary moves from the historic Medina and local markets on day one through natural landscapes or coastal areas on day two, ending with artisan neighborhoods and everyday life on day three. Small-group format keeps the pace unhurried and the experience personal.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Oujda City and Medina Exploration

• Meet at Oujda hotel or central location
• Guided walk through historic Medina
• Explore local markets and neighborhoods
• Enjoy traditional Moroccan lunch
• Visit parks and city landmarks
• Free time in the evening

Day 2: Nature and Regional Discovery

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Day trip to Saïdia or natural landscapes
• Scenic views and photo stops
• Enjoy traditional lunch
• Cultural exchanges with local people

Day 3: Local Life and Departure

• Breakfast
• Visit local artisan areas and markets
• Experience daily life in Oujda
• End of the tour

The experience

You arrive in Oujda and meet your guide at your hotel or a central location on day one. From there, a guided walk takes you through the historic Medina: the old walled quarter where the city's character lives in narrow streets, family-run shops and the rhythm of daily trade. You'll move through local markets where vendors sell spices, textiles and produce, then explore the neighborhoods beyond the tourist routes. A traditional Moroccan lunch is included, and the afternoon leaves time to visit parks and city landmarks before the evening is yours.

Day two shifts outward. After breakfast at your riad, you travel to Saïdia or nearby natural landscapes. The choice depends on the season and conditions. The guide stops for photos and arranges time to talk with local people, offering a window into how the region lives outside the city. Another traditional lunch is part of the day. On day three, you visit artisan areas and markets one more time, this time to see the crafts being made and to understand the work behind them, before the tour ends.

Private transportation moves you between each stop, so there's no waiting for a shared minibus or navigating transport on your own. Small groups, not a crowd, mean the guide can adjust the pace and answer questions without rushing through. Both English and French guides are available, so you can follow comfortably in whichever language works for you.

What’s included

• Private transportation between all sites.
• hotel pickup.
• guided walks through the Medina and local markets.
• traditional Moroccan lunch on days one and two.
• breakfast at your riad on days two and three.
• visits to artisan areas and neighborhoods.
• a local professional guide in English or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (6 to 16 years) · Child (2 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Visit_Oujda

Is this one for you?If you speak English or French, you'll follow the guide without translation delays. Small groups mean the commentary stays personal and the pace adapts to your questions, so first-time visitors and repeat travelers both get what they came for.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 16 years); Child (2 to 5 years); Infant (under 2).

What exactly is the Medina of Oujda, and what will I see there?

The Medina is the historic walled quarter at the heart of Oujda, a maze of narrow streets where local life happens: family shops, market stalls, and traditional neighborhoods that have existed for centuries. You'll walk through it on day one with your guide, who points out the architecture, the markets, and the daily rhythms you'd miss on your own.

Are meals included every day, or just some days?

Traditional Moroccan lunch is included on day one and day two. Breakfast is provided at your riad on days two and three. Day one's evening and day three's afternoon are not covered by meals, leaving you free to eat where you choose.

What happens on day two if the weather is bad or Saïdia isn't accessible?

Day two's destination (Saïdia or nearby natural landscapes) is season-dependent, meaning your guide will choose the best option based on conditions when you arrive. You'll still travel to a natural or coastal area with photo stops and time to meet local people. The exact location shifts to fit what's actually open and safe.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the starting point, or is pickup included?

Hotel pickup is included, so your guide meets you at your accommodation or a central location you agree on beforehand. You don't need to find your own transport to begin the tour.