ABOUT MARRAKECH

The Marrakech-Safi region is positioned as a major hub of sustainable development. Marrakech, as a global destination, attracts significant investments, reinforced by its air, road, and rail infrastructure. Flagship projects such as the high-speed train line consolidate its strategic position.

At the same time, major initiatives, including the exhibition center, technology park, regional agropolis, and local hospitals, showcase the region’s progress. Marrakech-Safi asserts itself as a key player, stimulating sustainable socio-economic development.

Marrakech has an extraordinary history; it now retains a very rich cultural and architectural heritage to explore.

For more information about what to see and do in Marrakech, please see the official tourism site.

 

  • Currency: Moroccan Dirham

  • Languages: French, Arabic, Standard Moroccan Berber

  • Time: WET (Western European Time), UTC +0

VENUE

Museum of the Water Civilization in Morocco “Mohammed VI”
M2P4+93 Marrakesh, Morocco

The Museum of the Water Civilization in Morocco, “Mohammed VI,” in Marrakech is one of the most fascinating cultural sites related to water and a must-visit place in the city. Due to the richness of its architecture, its presentation, and the message it conveys: Humans and water in Morocco—the interplay of tradition and innovation—through installations, mock-ups, and new technology, as well as historic reconstructions, the AMAN Museum immerses visitors in a unique atmosphere. It will take you on a journey through Morocco’s hydraulic adventure and reveal the intricacies of water management and the Moroccan ingenuity in the entrepreneurship surrounding this vital resource.

Learn more about our impressive main venue here.

ACCOMODATIONS

ICUH 2024 Hotel Blocks & Special Discounts

We currently have partnerships with the Radisson Blu Marrakesh.

Please use our affiliate links below to book a room at a discounted rate.*

  • Radisson Blu: ICUHCONFERENCE

    • Address: 166, 176 Av. Mohammed V

    • Must book before October 3

*Please remember that the number of rooms under our dedicated block is limited. We recommend that you make your reservations in advance.

Recommended Accommodation Options

We recommend these alternate accommodation options in addition to our dedicated conference hotel blocks*

TRANSPORTATION

Getting To Marrakesh

  • Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) is the international airport that serves Marrakesh.

  • By public transportation, Marrakesh Menara Airport is approximately 50 minutes from the conference venue.

  • By car, Marrakesh Menara Airport is approximately 30 minutes from the conference venue.

Getting Around Marrakesh

  • Marrakesh’s central medina is mostly pedestrianized and best to get around on foot.

  • For the rest of the city, the ALSA bus lines are the best for public transit, and costs between 4-12 dirham.

VISA INFORMATION

Whether or not you need a visa for Morocco depends on your nationality. Morocco tops the list of international conference destinations due to its relatively low number of countries that require advance visa applications. Citizens of several countries are exempt from Morocco visa requirements – which means they can travel to Morocco without having to obtain a visa beforehand. For further details, see the visa policy of Morocco below.

If you are from one of the following countries, you do not need a visa for Morocco for stays of up to 90 days (except otherwise specified):

  • Algeria

  • Andorra

  • Argentina

  • Australia

  • Bahrain

  • Brazil

  • Canada

  • Chile

  • China

  • Dominican Republic

  • European Union countries

  • Gabon

  • Hong Kong*

  • Iceland

  • Indonesia

  • Ivory Coast

  • Japan

  • Kuwait

  • Liechtenstein

  • Macau

  • Malaysia

  • Mexico

  • Monaco

  • New Zealand

  • Niger

  • Norway

  • Oman

  • Peru

  • Philippines

  • Qatar

  • Russia

  • San Marino

  • Saudi Arabia

  • Senegal

  • Singapore*

  • South Korea

  • Switzerland

  • Tunisia

  • Turkey

  • United Arab Emirates

  • United States

*Citizens of Hong Kong and Singapore can only stay in Morocco for up to 30 days.

For more information, or to find out if you are required to apply for a visa to enter Morocco, please find the electronic visa application and other information here.

If you are required to acquire a visa to enter Morocco, please find the electronic visa application and other information here.

We encourage our international attendees to apply for their visas as soon as possible. A downloadable visa invitation letter is available here, to use when making your visa appointment. Please contact us at icuhquestions@isuh.org for any questions.