Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Saadian Tomb, and Medina Tour - half day

Immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and architecture of Marrakech on this half-day sightseeing tour. Explore vibrant markets, visit architectural wonders, and be amazed by stunning mosaics.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Koutoubia Mosque - The Koutoubia Mosque, the city’s largest mosque, derives its name from its historical association with bookshops and booksellers. Following a traditional Almohad architectural style, its tower is adorned with four copper globes. Miniature replicas of the mosque are widely sold in Morocco, attesting to its popularity.

  • Bahia Palace - El Bahia Palace, “the palace of the beautiful” was built for Ahmed Ibn Moussa between 1894 and 1900 in the then-popular Alaoui style. There are 160 different rooms in the palace around little courtyards, which were, according to rumour, chiefly occupied, by an increasing number of concubines. The beautiful decorations are stucco panels, zellij decorations, tiled floors, carved cedar ceilings, shiny marble finishes (a special Marrakesh finish called tadelakt and used in all the city’s riads’ bathrooms) and painted ceilings. The palace is surrounded by an eight-hectare garden.

  • Saadian Tombs - The Saadian Tombs, dating from the time of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur, house the remains of about sixty members of the Sa’adi Dynasty. Rediscovered in 1917 and carefully restored, these tombs have become a prominent attraction in Marrakech, serving as the final resting place for members of the dynasty from the Dra’a Valley beyond the high Atlas Mountains.

  • Medina of Marrakesh - The bustling souks are the heart of Marrakesh, offering an array of traditional Moroccan handicrafts, spices, medicinal remedies, and local entertainment. Visitors can find iconic items like babouches, leather goods, garments, pottery, tajine dishes, and silver jewellery. Bargaining is a common practice, adding a sense of fun and excitement to the shopping experience.

What's Included
  • Walking Tour
  • Free time to explore each monument
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
  • Licensed English, French-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel
  • Entrance fees to Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs 100 Dirham PP
  • Tips (optional)
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating journey led by your knowledgeable local guide as you delve into Marrakech’s rich tapestry of iconic landmarks. Marvel at the intricate beauty of Bahia Palace, pay homage to history at the Saadian Tombs, and admire the grandeur of the Koutoubia Mosque. Immerse yourself in the bustling medina, a haven of exotic sights and sounds, and experience the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna Square.

• Explore Djemaa El Fna square with its vibrant markets full of souvenirs & goods

• Uncover the architectural wonders of the Koutoubia Mosque & the Saadian Tombs

• Admire the stunning decorations and lush interiors of El Bahia Palace

• Immerse yourself in rich history, culture & architecture that define Marrakech

Location
Café de France Medina
Rue des Banques
Small Group: You will meet your guide in front of Cafe de France which is located in the main square.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Holafiesta
Jun 15, 2024
Great city tour - strongly recommended - Me and my friend came to Marrakesh for 1 day and a city tour was what we needed. Our guide, namesd Said, comes from a Berber tribe and speaks good english. Very friendly and chatty guy who has a lot of information about the monuments and history. We took a walk through Medina (old city) passing by multiple shops and food stols. Onlybthat itself was an experience. Combination of colors, smells, proportions, design, esthetics of the architecture was overwhelming. Absolutely senses stimulating. Use reccommendations for the tour - comfy shoes, water and a sunscreen are a must. The tour took us nearly 4h, we walked over 8km. If you need a toilet there are free ones in the Bahia Palace ( go to the one AFTER small riad). Make sure to have cash on you because very often ATMs are not working, currency exchange points, restaurants and local shops don't accept cards. We also visited a para pharmacy to learn about argan oil, spices, herbs and teas. We got a cup of fantastic local tea and tested a lot of products - we could pay by card there. However, it wasn't the cheapest place, so if you have time, have a strall in the market to compare the prices. Tips for the guid are more then welcome. Read how to tip in Morocco because it's usually higher in european countries. Strongly recommended. Thank you Said!
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U9626cukatarzynaz
Jun 15, 2024
Great day in Marrakech - Said was great guide and made our day showing us the best gems of the city. Highly recommend for all who want to experience not a regular sight seeing ✨😊
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Ericagall
May 24, 2024
Very knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend! - Brahim was very knowledgeable and led us through the medina. He even took me to a very reputable rug shop and waited for me after. We chatted a lot about the craftsmanship and architecture on our walk and I could tell he sincerely loves Morocco. He was patient while everyone took photos as we waded through the crowds
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Sherylgeorgina
Apr 29, 2024
An amazing experience !! - Amazing walking tour ! Started in the medina with a talk about the mosque then walked through the souks to the Bahia palace . At the Palace there was a really long queue to get in but because we were with a tour we got in with no wait which must have saved at least 30minute wait. Hassan was so knowledgeable especially about the history of Morocco. We went on to visit the souks again in the area where they prepared / food then on to a visit to a spices shop for a fascinating talk all about different herbs spices teas etc . Last off to the Ben Youssef - again we were told so much about all the history and got some great photos . Thank you for a brilliant experience-5star
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724ptitec
Apr 27, 2024
Great tour with a caring guide! 10/10! - I highly recommend this tour! We spent a superb afternoon visiting the must-see places in Marrakesh with our great guide Mohammed, who took his time to explain everything to us and give us good advice! Thank you Mohammed for your kindness and your interesting explanations, we really appreciated it! :)
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Lapointea2024
Apr 17, 2024
Great! - Great tour and excellent guide. Thank you Abdellatif! We will come back to Marrakech and will not hesitate to use them again!
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P920wcmanonp
Mar 5, 2024
Great experience! - It was perfect ! As expected ! Our guide Mahamed was excellent! Very kind, informative and very nice to our little boy! I fully recommend the fund 😃😃👌👌
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Fabiola
Mar 3, 2024
Completely recommend - It was beautiful the guide was very kind attentive and he explained us many things also he gave us some recommendations and we definitely recommend to take this tour
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Maps06835099030
Feb 29, 2024
Complete visit - We were lucky enough to be accompanied by Mohamed. Guide punctual: top. Very attentive to children. Many explanations on the culture and history of the country. In addition, he advises you on good addresses, restaurants, shopping at the souk. We recommend 100%. Thank you for this good time!
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793margr_tr
Feb 21, 2024
A great tour in the heart of the Medina! - Hello! The tour today was great. The guide Abdul was 10/10!!! We really enjoyed all his knowlegde of Marrakesh and the history and culture of Marocco.
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