Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco · Africa
Rabat sits on the route: 10 minutes from Salé.
Rabat is a major city located in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco. With a population of 1,655,753, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.
On a road trip, Rabat sits in Morocco, where you drive on the right. It's in the Africa/Casablanca time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Rabat to your route.
Rabat is the capital city of Morocco, located on the northwestern coasts of the Atlantic Ocean. Rabat is the country's seventh-largest city with a population of 515,619 (2024) and the second largest metropolitan area after Casablanca, with a population of approximately 2.1 million (2025). It is also the capital cityRead more
of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra administrative region. Rabat is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, opposite Salé, the city's main commuter town.
Rabat was founded in the 12th century, by the Almohads. After a period of growth, the city fell into a period of decline. In the 17th century, Rabat became a haven for the Barbary corsairs. When the French established a protectorate over Morocco in 1912, Rabat became its administrative center. When Morocco achieved independence in 1956, Rabat became its capital.
Rabat is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco, and its medina is listed as a World Heritage Site. It is accessible by train through the ONCF system and by plane through the nearby Rabat–Salé Airport.
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Rabat is located in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco, Africa. The coordinates are 34.0132 latitude, -6.8326 longitude.
Rabat has a population of approximately 1,655,753 people, making it a major city in Morocco.
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