El Hedim Square
Meknes, Morocco
A hub of activity, perfect for soaking in local life, near the grand Bab Mansour Gate.
Places in El Hedim Square
- El Hedim Square food stalls A hub of activity with local food stalls, perfect for soaking in local life.
Practical notes for Meknes
- Best time to visit
- March to May and September to November offer mild, comfortable temperatures for exploring the medina and nearby Volubilis ruins.
- Getting around
- The medina, El Hedim Square, Bab Mansour Gate, and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail form a walkable historic core, with the Roman ruins of Volubilis a short drive away.
- Currency
- Moroccan Dirham (DH)
- Language
- Arabic and Amazigh; French is widespread, English in tourism.
- Timezone
- UTC+1
- Current trends
- Meknes continues to be positioned as Morocco's under-the-radar imperial city, with the Bab Mansour Gate and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail drawing day-trippers from Fez, while boutique riads like Riad Yamcha inside the medina and easy access to the Roman ruins of Volubilis round out a compact, less-crowded alternative to Morocco's bigger imperial cities.
Other neighborhoods in Meknes
- Meknes medina — Ancient walls cradling bustling souks and charming cafes, with vibrant stalls selling spices to artisanal crafts.
- Volubilis day-trip district — A short drive from Meknes, home to Roman ruins offering a glimpse into the past.
Read the full Meknes guide