Take 01
2015
Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation
Marrakech medina, rooftops, and Atlas-region motorcycle chase
31.6295°N, 7.9811°W
Marrakech
Professional film production services in Marrakech, Morocco. Our local team provides comprehensive support for commercials, documentaries, and feature films in the Red City.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Marrakech
Take 02
2010
Sex and the City 2
Medina, riads, and Palmeraie luxury resorts
Take 03
2015
Spectre
Marrakech and surrounding desert exteriors
Take 04
2010
Inception
Tangier-Marrakech corridor for Mombasa souk sequences
Take 05
Annual
Marrakech International Film Festival
Palais des Congrès, Jemaa el-Fnaa, and venues citywide
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Marrakech
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Africa's most famous square — a UNESCO masterpiece of oral heritage with storytellers, musicians, food stalls, and vibrant daily life.
Bahia Palace
A 19th-century palace masterpiece with intricate zellige tilework, carved cedarwood, and lush gardens — one of Morocco's most photogenic interiors.
Moderate
Majorelle Garden & YSL Museum
The vibrant cobalt-blue garden created by Jacques Majorelle and restored by Yves Saint Laurent — an iconic location for fashion and lifestyle content.
Complex
Medina & Jemaa el-Fnaa
UNESCO-listed ancient medina with labyrinthine souks, traditional riads, and the iconic Jemaa el-Fnaa square — the beating heart of Marrakech and a world-famous filming location.
Gueliz (Ville Nouvelle)
The French colonial new town with wide boulevards, Art Deco buildings, international restaurants, and modern retail — ideal for contemporary urban scenes.
Palmeraie
A vast palm grove oasis on the city's edge with luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and a desert-meets-garden landscape perfect for lifestyle and fashion shoots.
Mellah & Kasbah
The historic Jewish quarter and kasbah district housing Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace ruins, and the Saadian Tombs — rich in architectural splendor for period productions.
Scene 03 — The Case for Marrakech
Why Film in Marrakech
- ✓ Globally recognized filming destination with productions from Game of Thrones to Mission Impossible
- ✓ UNESCO medina offering unmatched atmosphere for period and contemporary productions
- ✓ Gateway to the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert for diverse landscape shoots
- ✓ World-class hotels and production support infrastructure for international crews
- ✓ 30% cash rebate on local spend through the Morocco Film Incentive for qualifying productions
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports RAK (6 km from city center) ▼
Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) — 6 km from city center
TaxiPrivate transferRideshare
Local Transit taxi · bus ▼
taxi
Petit taxis (beige) circulate throughout the city. Calaches (horse-drawn carriages) serve the medina area.
Crew tip: Production vehicles are essential for equipment transport. Medina access is limited to pedestrians — plan for equipment porterage.
bus
City buses connect major districts. Tour buses serve the Palmeraie and surrounding attractions.
Crew tip: Not practical for crew transport. Arrange dedicated minibuses or production vehicles through your fixer.
Production Parking moderate · Permits required
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No vehicle access inside the medina walls. Park at designated lots near Bab Doukkala or Jemaa el-Fnaa periphery.
Coordinate with local police for temporary production vehicle permits near medina gates and palace areas.
Getting Between Locations ▼
City locations accessible within 15-30 minutes. Atlas Mountains day trips require 1.5-2 hours each way.
Ready?
Plan Your Marrakech Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing the Red City.