Marrakech authentic half day city tour

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About this activity

The authentic Marrakech city tour allows you to learn about the secret sides of the old city and its alleys.

As the tour will take place in different parts of the city that were built during different dynasties, you will discover different types of architecture and its evolution from the 11th to 19th century.

Your official tour guide and your driver will be here to show you carefully the attractions, starting from the southern part of the old city and finishing in the northern part.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, English, French
Operated by: Marrakech daily tours

Ages: Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance tickets with the basic tour package ($12.00)

Itinerary

Koutoubia Mosque

20 min

You will start by exploring the largest Mosque in Medina of Marrakech. The mosque is known by several names, such as Jamaa Elkoutoubia (Bookseller's Mosque).

Here you will explore the Moorish architecture from the 11th century from the Mouahad's Dynasty.
Bab Agnaou

30 min

The next stop is front of the famous gate of the southern side of the city (Medina) - the entrance to Kasbah. The gate was built during the defiance of Marrakech by Mouahad's dynasty in order to receive citizens from the oldest city in the heart of the Atlas mountains "AGHMAT".

The gate represents magnificent architecture in terms of culture and Moorish design during the 11th century.

From the Bab Agnaou's gate you can get to explore the hidden Kasbah and Moulay Yazid Mosque. This side of the Medina is located in the southern part of the city, that was built in a different period in the history of Marrakech.
Dar El Bacha - Musee des Confluences

30 min

The authenticity of the tour comes from the most important spots that you will explore, such as museum Dar Elbacha. The museum is considered one of the best attractions from the middle of the 19th century.

Inside the museum you will be invited to explore the mosaic and the curved seder wood in the ceiling adding to an extract from the Jewish culture in Morocco in the same period of the edification of the old estate of Thami Lglaoui le Bach in the southern part of Morocco.
Le Jardin Secret

40 min

The next stop will be to explore the famous secret garden in the heart of the old city.

The origin of the complex dates back to the Saadien dynasty and it was restored in the middle of the 19th century. This attraction was the main estate of very important political figures.

It is considered a part of the great tradition of the Arab-Andalusian and Moorish palaces.

You will learn about the secret of the irrigation systems created to satisfy the complex needs of water that comes from the Atlas mountains using underground canals to serve fountains, the typical Moroccan Hammams, Kitchens...
Stop 5

2 hours

After cultural, architecture and historical experience your official tour guide will assist and give advice concerning the souks rules, such as bargaining and the tips the get a very good shopping deal in the most bustling market that offers everything - from colorful and traditional clothing adding to antiques, fabrics, bags, poofs, Berber rugs, etc. In the lamp souks you will touch the Aldin lamps.

After that you will be guided to the spice market to explore the secret of the Moroccan foods and taste the different spices and flavours.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your official tour guide will be waiting for you front of the famous Cafe Restaurant France in the Main Square (Jemaa El Fna), with

official tourist guide badge and holding a signboard with your names.

End point

Your official tour guide will be waiting for you front of the famous Cafe Restaurant France in the Main Square (Jemaa El Fna), with

official tourist guide badge and holding a signboard with your names.

Pickup points

Movenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech
Riad Houdou
Aqualis Club Resort Marrakech
Atlas Plaza Appart-Hotel
RED HOTEL Marrakech
La Mamounia Marrakech
Jaal Riad Resort
Riad Shaden
Club Albatros
Atlas Medina & Spa
Le Meridien N'Fis
Riad Kniza

and 20 more pickup points

we pick up from a specific place inside the Medina of Marrakech.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Full package tour with tickets

Duration: 4 hours

Mercedes Vito mini van

All fees are included: Tour guide and all entrance fees : Dar Elbacha museum , Secret gardens.

Pickup included
Tour without tickets

Duration: 4 hours

Entrance fees are not included

Pickup included