Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Madrassa Ben Youssef and Medina Tour

Discover Marrakesh’s iconic landmarks, vibrant markets, and rich history on this guided tour. Explore Bahia Palace, Medersa Ben Youssef, and Jemaa el-Fna Square.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Koutoubia Mosque - Begin your walking tour by visiting the Koutoubia Mosque, the largest mosque in Marrakesh, named for its historical connection to bookshops and book merchants. Marvel at the unique Almohad architectural style, featuring a tower adorned with four copper spheres.

  • Bahia Palace - Next, explore Bahia Palace, which has 160 rooms arranged around charming courtyards and is said to have once housed concubines. Enjoy the eight-hectare garden decorated with stucco panels, zellij patterns, tiled floors, intricately carved cedar ceilings, polished marble finishes, and painted ceiling designs.

  • Ben Youssef Madrasa - Continue to the Ben Youssef Madrasa, a Quranic school dating back to the reign of Sultan Abou el Hassan and later rebuilt in the 1560s by the Saadian dynasty. Be amazed by this architectural masterpiece, which features classic Moroccan elements such as zellij tilework, intricate stucco plasterwork, and elaborate cedar wood carvings.

  • Medina of Marrakesh - End your sightseeing adventure in the lively souks of Marrakesh, the vibrant heart of the city, where you can find a variety of traditional Moroccan crafts, spices, herbal remedies, and local entertainment. Discover treasures like babouches, leather goods, clothing, pottery, tagine cookware, and sterling silver jewelry.

What's Included
  • Licensed English, French-speaking tour guide
  • Free time to explore sites of interest
What's Not Included
  • Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel
  • Entrance fees to Bahia Palace, Merassa Ben Youssef 70 Dirham PP
  • Tips (optional)
Additional Information

Accompanied by your expert guide, embark on a captivating journey through Marrakesh’s rich history, delving into iconic landmarks such as the opulent Bahia Palace, the illustrious Medersa Ben Youssef, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fna Square. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of the medina, where the labyrinthine streets lead to a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, and scents in the colourful markets.

• Experience the magnificent architecture and rich history of the Koutoubia Mosque.

• Uncover the architectural marvels of the Medersa Ben Youssef, an Islamic college.

• Learn the captivating history of the 19th-century Bahia Palace in Marrakech.

• Visit palace rooms with floor-to-ceiling stunning stuccos, painting, and mosaics.

• Explore Jemaa el-Fnaa with vibrant markets full of souvenirs and silver jewelry.

Location
Café de France Medina
Rue des Banques
Meet your guide in front of Cafe de France which is located in the main square. The activity provider will contact you to confirm meeting arrangements a day or two prior to the tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Zhlf233
Jul 8, 2024
Tour - We had a wonderful tour with our guide, Yassine. He was informative, answered all of our questions and gave us time to explore independently. Would definitely recommend.
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Akerbz
Jul 4, 2024
Great intro to Marrakech with our guide, Yassine - We loved our guide, Yassine! He did a great job going at a pace that was suitable for our two young boys (ages 7 & 4) and kept them engaged as my husband and I shopped for rugs. He brought us to very high quality vendors as well but we never felt pushed to purchase.
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Stevebz7157jx
Jul 3, 2024
Outstanding - The tour was amazing! The guide, Brahim was an awesome. Great experience for the price. The walking part of the tour took us through multiple areas of the Souk and was very fulfilling culturally.
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