Rabat, Capital city in western Morocco
Rabat extends along the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, facing the neighboring city of Salé across the water.
The Almohad ruler Abd al-Mumin established Rabat in the 12th century as a fortified monastery to station troops for military campaigns in Spain.
The Hassan Tower and Mohammed V Mausoleum form a central complex that represents the architectural evolution of Morocco from medieval to modern times.
The city connects to major Moroccan destinations through its railway station, while the modern tram system links Rabat with neighboring Salé.
The Chellah contains layers of civilization, from ancient Roman ruins to medieval Islamic structures, all within a single archaeological compound.
Location: Rabat Prefecture
Inception: 1146
Elevation above the sea: 87 m
Part of: Imperial cities of Morocco
Address: Rabat, Morocco 10000–10220 Rabat
Website: http://mairiederabat.com
GPS coordinates: 34.02185,-6.84089
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:06
Explore a selection of the most notable riads in Rabat, the capital of Morocco. These traditional accommodations, located mainly in the medina and near the Kasbah of the Oudayas, offer an authentic Moroccan experience combining modern comfort with traditional architecture. Each riad has its own features, from indoor pools and hammams to rooftop terraces with views over the city.
Hassan Tower
1.7 km
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
1.8 km
Kasbah of the Udayas
1.1 km
Mohammed VI Tower
3.3 km
Chellah
2.5 km
Dar al-Makhzen
2.2 km
Grand National Theatre of Rabat
2.4 km
Caisse de compensation
1.2 km
Rabat Zoo
8.9 km
Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
1 km
National Library of the Kingdom of Morocco
1.5 km
Moroccan pension fund
1 km
St. Peter's Cathedral
992 m
Fortifications of Rabat
1.3 km
Museum of History and Civilizations in Rabat
1.3 km
Moulay Youssef College
1.1 km
Maroc Telecom HQ
7.6 km
National Theatre Mohammed V
1.2 km
Bab el-Mrissa
2.3 km
As-Sunna Mosque (Rabat)
1.2 km
Enclosure of the Medina of Salé
2.3 km
Hassan II Bridge
2.1 km
Bab ar-Rwah
1 km
Russian Orthodox Church in Rabat
1.5 km
Great Mosque of Rabat
802 m
Stade Moulay Hassan
5.4 km
Agency for the development of the Bouregreg valley
1 km
Botanical Garden of Rabat
1.6 kmReviews
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