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The tour of the Kasbah and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah)
(26) Reviews
Rue des Banques
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Marrakech Heritage Trail: From Dynasties to Traditions" "Embark on a captivating journey starting from the legendary Jemaa el-Fnaa square. We will marvel at the majestic Koutoubia Mosque, explore the historic Kasbah district with its Almohad roots, and wander through the Jewish Mellah, a testament to the Saadian era's diversity. The tour reaches its peak with the intricate artistry of Bahia Palace and the serene majesty of the Saadian Tombs. A break for tea at the spice shop and to learn about the secrets of herbs and essential oils.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Livraison gratuite de produits jusqu'à l'hôtel.
Water bottle to all Visitors
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Monuments Ticket
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Your guide will be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the start.
Easily identify your guide by looking for the professional badge they will be wearing.
Return
Itinerary
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Jemaa el-Fnaa
Jemaa el-Fna Square is a popular space for entertainment and leisure for local residents and tourists in the city of Marrakech, Morocco. Accordingly, this square is considered the beating heart of the city of Marrakech, as it was and still is a meeting point between the city, the Kasbah, and the Mellah.
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Bahia Palace
The Bahia Palace in Marrakech is a 19th-century Andalusian-Moroccan architectural masterpiece, built in stages (beginning around 1866) to become a lavish palace sprawling across 8 hectares with 150 rooms. Built by the vizier Ahmed Ben Moussa ("Ba Hmad") for his wife, it is renowned for its marble courtyards, riad gardens, carved cedar ceilings, and colorful stucco and zellige decorations.
45 minutes
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Saadian Tombs
The Saadian Tombs in Marrakesh, built in 1557 and adorned by Sultan Ahmed al-Mansur al-Dhahabi, are a rare Andalusian-Moroccan architectural masterpiece in the heart of the historic Kasbah. These royal mausoleums, containing the remains of over 60 members of the Saadian dynasty, are distinguished by their lavish decorations of marble, zellige tilework, and carved stucco, and constitute a historical and cultural landmark embodying a prosperous era in history.
30 minutes
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Mellah
The Mellah of Marrakech (formerly known as Hay Salam) is one of the most prominent and historic neighborhoods in the old city. Founded by the Saadians in 1558 as a quarter for the Jewish community, it is characterized by its houses with wooden balconies, narrow alleyways, and artisan markets. It is also the second oldest Mellah in Morocco and embodies a history of coexistence.
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Bab Agnaou
Bab Agnaou is one of the nineteen gates of the walls of Marrakesh, and it is an inner gate separating the Kasbah of Marrakesh from the rest of the city. It was established during the reign of the Almohad Caliph Abd al-Mu'min ibn Ali al-Kumi.
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Herbalism Marrakech
The spice and herb market in Marrakech's Mellah district is one of the most authentic and historic destinations in the Red City. Located in the heart of the old Jewish quarter, its origins date back to 1558.
Aromatic Variety: Here you'll find colorful cones of spices (such as turmeric, cumin, and saffron) and specialty blends like ras el hanout.
Herbal Medicine: The market houses traditional herbalists offering medicinal herbs, natural oils like argan oil, and Moroccan beauty products such as indigo and hibiscus.
15 minutes
The tour of the Kasbah and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah)
(26) Reviews
Rue des Banques
About
Marrakech Heritage Trail: From Dynasties to Traditions" "Embark on a captivating journey starting from the legendary Jemaa el-Fnaa square. We will marvel at the majestic Koutoubia Mosque, explore the historic Kasbah district with its Almohad roots, and wander through the Jewish Mellah, a testament to the Saadian era's diversity. The tour reaches its peak with the intricate artistry of Bahia Palace and the serene majesty of the Saadian Tombs. A break for tea at the spice shop and to learn about the secrets of herbs and essential oils.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Livraison gratuite de produits jusqu'à l'hôtel.
Water bottle to all Visitors
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Monuments Ticket
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Your guide will be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the start.
Easily identify your guide by looking for the professional badge they will be wearing.