You will mainly be guided to visit the Medina (Old City) and the historical, religious, and cultural monuments of Marrakech.
Starting by Koutoubia Mosque and then to the Mellah area where both Badii and Bahia Palaces are situated. After that, you will experience a labyrinth of alleys, squares, and Suks (traditional markets). While discovering and learning about Moroccan culture, traditions, and religion, you will be traveling to the 12th century and visiting Ben Youssef Madrasa (the Quranic school). Finally, the tour will head back to the main square Jemaa Elfna.
All you need to do is to book with Brahim and let him guide you to experience the beauty and magic of Marrakech.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Wifi
✖ Private transportation
✖ Admission Ticket for Bahia Palace visit (100 MAD)
✖ Admission ticket for Madrassa Ben Youssef (70 MAD)
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Please present near the small white building (Kubba Fatima Zohra) near the Koutobia mosque, the tour guide will be waiting for you.
Itinerary
1
Koutoubia Mosque
A 12th century religious monument is where the tour will start from and where you will learn about the dynasties that have ruled Morocco before, and much more about the historical, cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds of Morocco in general and specifically Marrakech. Then there will be a walk to the next stop which is the Mellah / Jewish quarter and it will take between 10 to 15 minutes crossing Bab Agnaou
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Bab Agnaou
It's the door to the Kasbah where you will visit the Mellah and Bahia Palace. This stop will not take longer than 5 minutes to take pictures and learn some information about the gate of Bab Agnaou, then walk to the Jewish quarter which is about 5 minutes away at max
Duration: 5 minutes
3
Mellah
Mellah is the Jewish quarter where the tour guilde will explain about the different types of buildings in Marrakech (Jewish and Muslim houses) and have a general idea about the directions inside the Medina. It will take about 10 minutes here then walk to Bahia Palace which is near (less than 2 minutes).
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Bahia Palace
You will learn about the Moorish architecture and see how the vizier was living during the late 19th century.. Bahia Palace was the most amazing palace at that time and it's about 8 hectares; spacious, well decorated and beautiful. Anyone would love to spend more than 30 minutes inside, taking pictures, observing Zelij, marble, carved stucco and much more.. then the tour will head to Madrasa Ben Youssef passing by the Souk and visit a herbal shop (optional) which will take between 20-40 minutes
Duration: 40 minutes
5
Our accredited tour guide will lead you to travel back in time to the 14th century and discover the Quranic School and learn it's history, architecture and religion. You can spend up to 40 minutes here then walk back to the big square Jemaa Elfna through the Main Souk which is the next part of the tour.
Duration: 40 minutes
6
Souk Semmarine
The Souk is the local market where you will experience and see a diverse range of products, including handwoven textiles, intricately crafted metalwork, colorful pottery and spices. After that we will end the tour in Jemaa Elfna
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
