Transfers & Sights Morocco

Explore Ancient Marrakech City

"Marrakech's Ancient City Tour"

Learn about Morocco’s rich history, including Marrakech’s 12th-century mosque and 17th-century tombs.

This tour is an excellent opportunity to learn about the rich history of Morocco, specifically the city of Marrakech. The tour will start at the Koutoubia Mosque, a beautiful structure that was built in the 12th century & is known for its tall minaret, which is one of the landmarks of the city.

From there, the tour will take you through the Bab Agnaou gate to the Saadian Tombs, which are a fascinating historical site dating back to the 17th century. These tombs are decorated with intricate carvings & plaster work & contain the remains of the Saadian family.

Next, the tour will take you on a walk through the 12th-century Kasbah, which was originally a fortification and is now home to food markets. You will also visit the Jewish quarter, where you can see the oldest functioning synagogue in Morocco, called “Lezama,” which was founded in 1492.

The tour will end at the Bahia palace, a 19th-century building that is known for its intricate wood & plaster work & is currently used as the home of the Moroccan Prime Minister.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to discover the rich history of Marrakech and learn about the city’s cultural & architectural heritage.

▶︎ About this activity

  • Day Trip from Marrakech
  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund
  • Reserve now and pay later
  • Live tour guide speaking English, French, and Spanish
  • Pickup included from all Marrakech hotels
  • Private or small-group options are available

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