HIGHLIGHTS OF MARRAKECH
Guided Medina Walking Tour of Monuments & Souks
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Djemaa el Fna
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Koutoubia Mosque
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Ben Youssef Madrasa
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Almoravid Koubba
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Museum of Marrakech
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Tour the souks
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Ideal orientation tour
On this privately guided walking tour we discover some of the popular attractions of Marrakech Medina, an ancient walled city renowned for its architecture and colourful open-air markets.
At Place Ben Youssef we visit the Museum of Marrakech, housed in the Dar Menebhi Palace, built at the end of the 19th century by Mehdi Menebhi. In this area we also have the chance to visit the 14th century Islamic college - Ben Youssef Madrasa, regarded as the largest Madrasa in Morocco. Its prayer hall and courtyards are decorated in beautiful tiles and carved wood. Close by is the Almoravid Koubba, said to be the oldest building in Marrakech, dating from the 12th century.
In the Djemaa el Fna, a huge public square and market place in the heart of Marrakech medina, we learn about its fascinating history. Acrobats and jugglers, storytellers, snake-charmers, beggars, boxers, musicians, fresh juice and food sellers all compete for your attention - and a few dirhams’ in the process. It is easy to spend several hours wandering the square, sipping mint tea and savouring this unique stage. The heartbeat of Marrakech is undoubtedly the souks or markets of the medina. Our guide will navigate us through the honeycomb of connecting streets.
ITINERARY
0915 Rendezvous with tour guide.
0930 After brief introduction, start the walking tour.
1330 Tour ends.
Tours are conducted in English language however French, Spanish, German or Italian-speaking guides may be available with reasonable advance notice.
DEPARTS DAILY
Private departures operate daily. This itinerary can be tailored to personal interests - discuss with your guide.
PRICES PER PERSON
PRICE INCLUDES
Private tour including hire of licensed and professional tour guide; tea break en route; entrance fee to Museum of Marrakech.
PRICE EXCLUDES
Other entrance fees, transport, drinks & meals not specified; tips & items of a personal nature.
Price for children 0 to 11 years old is £12 (150 dh) per child (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.