Visiting Morocco in Epcot’s World Showcase

Photographic Innoventions by Scott Thomas

Kingdom of Morocco plaque at the Morocco pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase, Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida

Kingdom of Morocco plaque at the Morocco pavilion.
Nikon D750/28-300VR, 1/60s, f/6.3, ISO 100, EV 0, 40mm focal length.

Morocco in Epcot’s World Showcase does not have a ride or a CircleVision movie. What it does have is beautiful architecture to explore, interesting shops to browse, enticing foods to try and a feeling of peacefulness. The pavilion is easy to spot from anywhere as you walk around World Showcase as the Koutoubia Minaret or Prayer Tower stands tall.

Morocco pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase, Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida

Morocco pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase.
Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/16, ISO 640, EV +0.3, 82mm focal length.

The pavilion hosts three eateries, Tangierine Cafe, Restaurant Marrakesh and, the newest addition, Spice Road Table featuring views of the World Showcase Lagoon. I have enjoyed dining at Restaurant Marrakesh on a few occasions and I highly recommend it.

Restaurant Marrakesh dining area inside Morocco in Epcot's World Showcase, Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida

Restaurant Marrakesh dining area inside the Morocco pavilion.
Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/20s, f/8, ISO 6400, EV 0, 28mm focal length, bounce flash.

With the addition of the Spice Road Table, the stage was moved to a new location. Here you can hear Moroccan music and dance performed. Including belly dancing where members of the audience are asked to try it out at times.

Koutoubia Minaret or Prayer Tower at the Morocco pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase, Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida

New stage location in the Morocco pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase.
Nikon D750/28-300VR, 1/200, f/7.1, ISO 100, EV +0.3, 44mm focal length.

The wonders of Epcot’s World Showcase is more in exploring each country’s pavilions. Trying out each one’s customs and foods and in talking with the visiting Cast Member ambassadors.

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