Everything you’re gonna wanna know to plan a getaway to Marrakesh.

One of the most interesting parts of the city is its medina, aUNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best of all, cats (perhaps the citys true ruling class) are quite literally everywhere you turn.

Ben Youssef in Marrakesh

Asia walking around the Badi Palace and the Medersa Ben Youssef in Marrakesh, Morocco.Credit:Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Here’s how to spend three perfect days in Marrakesh.

My home for the three nights I was in Marrakesh wasRiad Adriana, a three-story, seven-bedroom structure.

A standout cocktail was the Marrakchi Mule, a clever twist on the Moscow Mule.

Riad Adriana and Dar el Bacha in Marrakesh

The tiles and fountain at Riad Adriana; Dar El Bacha now the Museum of Confluences.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Day 2

Begin with breakfast at your riad if its included in your stay.

Finish the day with dinner at the Moroccan-Mediterranean fusion restaurantLMida.

Its vast courtyard has reflecting pools and four sunken gardens with orange trees and fragrant rose bushes.

Jardin Majorelle in Marrakesh

The Gueliz neighborhood of Marrakesh and fountain in Jardin Majorelle.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Energize yourself with an afternoon pick-me-up fromKesh Cupand grab a coffee, smoothie, or mojito to-go.

End your last night in Marrakesh with a meal at your riad, if thats an option.

Otherwise, head toKabana Rooftop Food & Cocktailsfor drinks and eats.

Blue Ribbon Cafe and Bendir in Marrakesh

Blue Ribbon Cafe in Gueliz and the views of Marrakech from Bendir Rooftop.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Know Before You Go

Cash is king.

The dirham is the official currency of Morocco, and its important to have it on hand.

Carrying small bills is helpful to shop owners and will be appreciated.

Cats in medina an dleather stall in Marrakesh

Kittens sleeping in bowls in the Medina; a leather stall at a souk.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

see to it you have cell service.

Data coverage is essential to navigating Marrakesh’s winding alleys, especially at night.

Learning a Few Words of French and Darija will go a long way.

El Badi Palace in Marrakesh

Storks flying around El Badi Palace.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Be prepared to barter.

Moroccan tea and Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakesh

Moroccan mint tea and traditional Moroccan pastries from Le Terrasse des Épices; The 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque Moorish minaret.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure

Leather and lander stalls in a souk in Marrakesh

Leather sandals at Souk Cherratin; Moroccan lamps for sale at a souk.Asia Palomba/Travel + Leisure