How Do Taxis Work in Morocco? Petit Taxi vs Grand Taxi
For city trips, look for a petit taxi. For longer routes, grand taxis are common. Confirm how the fare will be calculated before you set off.
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For city trips, look for a petit taxi. For longer routes, grand taxis are common. Confirm how the fare will be calculated before you set off.
PETIT TAXI
Small taxis stay within the city
The national tourism office describes petit taxis as the standard city taxi. Colours vary by city: for example orange in Marrakech, red in Casablanca and Agadir, and blue in Rabat and Tangier.
METERS
Official guidance says city taxi fares are regulated
Morocco’s tourism authority says taxi rates are regulated and taxis have meters. In practice, confirm the meter/fare at the start rather than discussing payment only at the end.
GRAND TAXI
Larger taxis serve longer routes
Grand taxis are used for routes beyond normal city petit-taxi territory and can operate as shared or private transport depending on the route and agreement.
AIRPORTS
Airport taxis may use posted destination fares
At airports, use the official taxi rank and check posted fares or the official airport tariff system rather than accepting an unsolicited ride inside the terminal.
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FAQ
Quick questions
What colour are taxis in Marrakech?
Petit taxis in Marrakech are orange.
Do Moroccan taxis have meters?
The Moroccan tourism authority says taxi rates are regulated and taxis have meters.
What is a grand taxi?
A larger taxi commonly used for longer-distance or shared routes beyond normal city petit-taxi journeys.