UNESCO Heritage
Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, Kasbah of the Udayas, medina and Chellah archaeological site — all accessible by car.
Car rental Rabat
Political and administrative capital of Morocco, green UNESCO-listed city, Rabat blends historical heritage with modernity. Rent a car to discover the Hassan Tower, Kasbah of the Udayas, the medina and the beaches of Salé.
Green UNESCO Capital : Rabat is the only imperial city of Morocco on the Atlantic Ocean. Its sustainable development plan earned it UNESCO World Heritage status in 2012.
Why rent a car in Rabat?
The capital and its surroundings are best explored by car
Coastal excursions
Salé beach (10 min), Plage des Nations (15 min), Skhirat (25 min) and Bouznika (40 min) — the Atlantic coast at your own pace.
Green & modern city
Jardins Exotiques, Parc de la Ligue Arabe, Agdal administrative quarter — an airy, well-planned capital.
To Casablanca, Meknes, Fes
Casablanca (1h via A1), Meknes (1h45 via A2), Fes (2h45 via A2) — modern, well-maintained motorways.
Pickup points in Rabat
- Rabat-Salé Airport — main point for European flights
- Downtown & Agdal — ideal for hotel or riad stays
- Rabat-Ville / Rabat-Agdal ONCF station — handy for train travellers from Casa, Tangier or Fes
- Riad delivery available on request in the medina and Kasbah of the Udayas
Where to pick up your car
Three points to match your arrival mode
Rabat-Salé Airport
International airport with direct flights from Paris, Marseille, Lyon, London. Pickup at arrivals in 5 min.
En savoir plusMedina & Downtown
Kasbah of the Udayas, medina, administrative quarter, Agdal. Hotel or riad delivery on request.
En savoir plusONCF Station
TGV Al Boraq, direct trains from Casablanca, Tangier and Fes. Convenient downtown pickup point.
En savoir plusMust-see sites in Rabat
Hassan Tower
CentreUnfinished 12th-century minaret (44 m), symbol of Rabat, UNESCO-listed with Mohammed V Mausoleum.
Mohammed V Mausoleum
CentreTomb of the father of independence, modern Moorish architecture, zellige and marble, permanently guarded.
Kasbah of the Udayas
Medina12th-century fortress, whitewashed and blue alleyways, Andalusian garden, stunning ocean and Salé views.
Rabat Medina
CentreLively souks, Rue des Consuls (crafts), Bab El Had gate — calmer and more authentic than Marrakech.
Chellah
3 kmRoman archaeological site and Merinid necropolis, gardens, ancient ruins and storks — a green oasis.
Salé Beach
10 kmLong sandy beach facing the Atlantic Ocean, reachable via Hassan II Bridge or ferry.
Practical tips
Traffic
Smoother than Casa and Marrakech. Avoid the centre at office hours (8am-9:30am, 5pm-7pm). Tramway crosses Avenue Mohammed V.
Parking
Paid car parks in the centre (5-10 MAD/h). Guarded parking recommended near the medina and Kasbah. Free parking along Salé beach.
Main routes
Casablanca 90 km (1h via A1), Meknes 150 km (1h45 via A2), Fes 210 km (2h45 via A2), Tangier 250 km (2h30 via A1/A4 and TGV).
Best times
Morning for the Kasbah (soft light and fewer people), late afternoon for Chellah. Heavy traffic 5pm-7pm on Avenue Hassan II.
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