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Marrakech: Guided tour of historic monuments, souks and the medina

  • Duration : Full day
  • Departure : Pick-up in Marrakech
  • Minimum group : 2 people

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Leave your accommodation in the morning with a licensed guide to explore Marrakech’s history, architecture and everyday life. The day connects the red city’s landmark monuments — Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and Ben Youssef Madrasa — with its gardens, Jemaa el-Fna Square and medina souks. The itinerary can be adapted to your interests and available time.

How the experience unfolds

  1. Morning

    Pick-up from your accommodation

    Your driver and guide collect you in Marrakech. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, then continue on foot through the historic parts of the medina.

  2. Historic centre

    Koutoubia, Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs

    See the Almohad minaret of the Koutoubia, then explore the courtyards, zellige and cedar ceilings of Bahia Palace. Continue to the Saadian Tombs, mausoleum of Ahmed al-Mansour’s dynasty.

  3. In the medina

    Ben Youssef Madrasa, Le Jardin Secret and the souks

    Step inside the historic Ben Youssef Madrasa, walk through Le Jardin Secret, then follow your guide into souks traditionally organised around leather, metalwork, spices and textiles.

  4. Afternoon

    Majorelle Garden

    Explore the cactus-lined paths, pools and vivid blue architecture of the garden created by Jacques Majorelle before returning to central Marrakech.

  5. At the end of the tour

    Jemaa el-Fna Square

    Finish on the medina’s main square among juice sellers, spice stalls, storytellers and food stands, then return to your accommodation.

Included

  • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation
  • English-, French-, Spanish- or Italian-speaking driver
  • Licensed English-, French-, Spanish- or Italian-speaking local guide
  • An itinerary tailored to your interests

Not included

  • Admission to monuments and gardens
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Tips and gratuities

Good to know

  • The itinerary can be tailored to your interests, budget and available time.
  • The tour combines vehicle transfers with walking in the medina, so wear comfortable shoes.
  • Admission is not included and opening hours may change the order of the visits.
  • The price is €100 per person and a reservation requires at least 2 participants.
  • Children under 12 receive a 25% discount; children under 5 join free of charge.
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts, with a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

Which monuments are visited?ReadClose

The itinerary covers Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Le Jardin Secret, Majorelle Garden, Jemaa el-Fna and the souks. The order may change with opening hours.

Are admission tickets included?ReadClose

No. Tickets for the monuments and gardens are paid separately.

Is lunch included?ReadClose

No. Your guide can suggest somewhere to suit your tastes and budget, but food and drinks are at your own expense.

Can the itinerary be customised?ReadClose

Yes. Tell us which monuments, gardens or neighbourhoods interest you most and we will adjust the day to the time available.

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