Marrakech 4-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Medina, Souks, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque
by Moroccan Travel Trip By Promythic Tours Company
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This guided walking tour lasts about four hours and covers key sites in Marrakech’s Medina. The tour begins with an outside visit to the Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 12th century, featuring its 70-meter-high minaret, the tallest structure in the city. After stops for photos, the group visits the Mellah, the historic Jewish quarter located within the Kasbah walls, with a possible break at a Berber herbalist and photo opportunities. Next, the tour moves to the Bahia Palace, a 19th-century building noted for its Eastern architecture. Entry to the palace requires a separate ticket. The final part of the tour explores the Medina’s souks, including districts for tanners, carpenters, dyers, and blacksmiths, as well as the spice square. Guests can pause for mint tea in this area. The guide provides information throughout the walk and answers questions. The tour starts at the guest’s riad and includes visits to some historical sites, Jamaa Lafna Square, and views of the Koutoubia Mosque from outside. Lunch, palace and museum tickets, vehicle air conditioning, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Koutoubia Mosque
The Koutoubia Mosque was built in the 12th century by the Almohad dynasty. Its minaret is 70 meters tall, making it the highest structure in Marrakech. The mosque is the largest in the city. The visit is from the outside with time for photos.
30 min
Mellah
The Mellah is the historic Jewish quarter in Marrakech, located within the Kasbah walls for protection. The guide may suggest a break with a Berber herbalist here. Stops include photo opportunities.
15 min
Bahia Palace
El Bahia Palace dates from the 19th century and is an example of Eastern architecture. Entry requires a ticket costing 7 euros. Visitors stop for photos during the visit.
45 min
Medina of Marrakesh
The 3 to 4-hour walking tour starts with the guide picking up guests from their riad. The route leads to the souks in Marrakech Medina. Visitors explore craft areas including tanners, carpenters, dyers, and the blacksmiths' district. The tour passes through the spice square where guests may pause for mint tea. There are photo stops along the way.
60 min
Meeting point
Hotels/Riad in the old Medina inside the walls. Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front Of Café de France Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front of La Poste Jamaa El Fna Square.
End point
Hotels/Riad in the old Medina inside the walls. Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front Of Café de France Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front of La Poste Jamaa El Fna Square.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Marrakech 4-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Medina, Souks, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque
by Moroccan Travel Trip By Promythic Tours Company
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€98Overview
This guided walking tour lasts about four hours and covers key sites in Marrakech’s Medina. The tour begins with an outside visit to the Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 12th century, featuring its 70-meter-high minaret, the tallest structure in the city. After stops for photos, the group visits the Mellah, the historic Jewish quarter located within the Kasbah walls, with a possible break at a Berber herbalist and photo opportunities. Next, the tour moves to the Bahia Palace, a 19th-century building noted for its Eastern architecture. Entry to the palace requires a separate ticket. The final part of the tour explores the Medina’s souks, including districts for tanners, carpenters, dyers, and blacksmiths, as well as the spice square. Guests can pause for mint tea in this area. The guide provides information throughout the walk and answers questions. The tour starts at the guest’s riad and includes visits to some historical sites, Jamaa Lafna Square, and views of the Koutoubia Mosque from outside. Lunch, palace and museum tickets, vehicle air conditioning, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Koutoubia Mosque
The Koutoubia Mosque was built in the 12th century by the Almohad dynasty. Its minaret is 70 meters tall, making it the highest structure in Marrakech. The mosque is the largest in the city. The visit is from the outside with time for photos.
30 min
Mellah
The Mellah is the historic Jewish quarter in Marrakech, located within the Kasbah walls for protection. The guide may suggest a break with a Berber herbalist here. Stops include photo opportunities.
15 min
Bahia Palace
El Bahia Palace dates from the 19th century and is an example of Eastern architecture. Entry requires a ticket costing 7 euros. Visitors stop for photos during the visit.
45 min
Medina of Marrakesh
The 3 to 4-hour walking tour starts with the guide picking up guests from their riad. The route leads to the souks in Marrakech Medina. Visitors explore craft areas including tanners, carpenters, dyers, and the blacksmiths' district. The tour passes through the spice square where guests may pause for mint tea. There are photo stops along the way.
60 min
Meeting point
Hotels/Riad in the old Medina inside the walls. Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front Of Café de France Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front of La Poste Jamaa El Fna Square.
End point
Hotels/Riad in the old Medina inside the walls. Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front Of Café de France Jamaa El Fna Square. In Front of La Poste Jamaa El Fna Square.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.