Beware of those that want to show you around or want to be your ‘friend’

You're new to town and want to see everything, so who better to take you around than a local who knows his stuff?! So, think about it before you leap in. Unofficial 'tour guides' can be found all across Morocco. They could be waiting for you in a restaurant, around the corner in the souk, or on the street. Don't believe everything you hear; if something sounds too good to be true, it generally is.

These people are only for your money or worse, your valuables. Always confirm that your riad has arranged for a tour guide and that they are licensed tour guides. Before you agree, ask to see their license, do some research on the firm, and negotiate a fee knowing exactly what you'll be seeing on the tour.

Don't believe any of the nonsense about "pay what you want" or "it's free for you." It's almost certainly a fraud if they approached you on the street. To generate business, no reputable company sends out scouts on the street.