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Saadian tombs in Marrakech: visit, queue and tips 2026
The Saadian Tombs are the necropolis of the Saadian dynasty, in the Kasbah district of Marrakech: walled up for two centuries, rediscovered in 1917, they house the tombs of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansour beneath their cedar domes and Carrara marble. The site is small, but the Hall of Twelve Columns attracts large crowds. Here's our 2026 guide to visiting the Saadian Tombs: prices, opening hours, queues and tips.
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Medersa Ben Youssef in Marrakech: visit, prices and tips 2026
The Ben Youssef Medersa is the largest old Koranic school in Morocco, north of the Marrakech medina. Reopened in 2022 after a lengthy restoration, it boasts a marble courtyard with a pool, walls covered in zellige, stucco and carved cedar, and 132 student cells on two floors. Here's our 2026 guide to the Ben Youssef Medersa: prices, opening hours, what you can see, its history and how to avoid the crowds.
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Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakech: can you visit it? Guide 2026
The Koutoubia mosque is Marrakech's largest monument and its absolute landmark, with its 77-metre Almohad minaret dominating the medina. You can't visit the interior, which is reserved for Muslims, but the esplanade and gardens are open to the public free of charge. Here's our 2026 guide to the Koutoubia mosque: what you can see, its history, and where to photograph it.
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Visit the Bahia Palace in Marrakech: prices, opening hours and tips 2026
The Palais de la Bahia is one of the most beautiful palaces in Marrakech: eight hectares of courtyards, riads and painted cedar ceilings, ten minutes from Jemaa el-Fna square. But between the 100 DH ticket, the crowds and the empty rooms, is it really worth the detour? Here's our complete 2026 guide to visiting the Palais de la Bahia at the right time: prices, opening times, duration, history and tips for avoiding the crowds.
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Jemaa El Fna Square Marrakech
Jemaa El Fna Square Marrakech: an authentic cultural immersion. Practical tips, local cuisine, and traditional shows.
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Marrakech Souk
Explore the Marrakech souk, where every corner reveals treasures and encounters. Immerse yourself in a world of tradition, craftsmanship and
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