During the holy month of Ramadan, most Moroccan Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset — no food, drink, or smoking during daylight hours. Many restaurants outside tourist zones close during the day and reopen after the sunset call to prayer for iftar, the meal that breaks the fast.
As a visitor, you're not expected to fast, but eating, drinking, or smoking openly in public during the day is considered inconsiderate — do it discreetly indoors, in your hotel, or in the tourist-oriented restaurants and cafés that stay open for travelers. Evenings, by contrast, come alive: medinas fill with food stalls, families, and a festive energy after sunset that's genuinely worth experiencing if your trip lines up with it.
