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Hidden Treasures of Marrakech Medina: Uncover Secrets of Souks and Traditional Workshops
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261 Ratings
Marrakech
Uncover the hidden treasures of Marrakech Medina on this unrushed walking tour. Explore secret sites, traditional workshops, and ancient treasures with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bab Ftouh - From our meeting point at Café Restaurant Argana, located in the bustling Jamaa El Fna square, we will begin our tour with Bab Ftouh: one of the oldest inner gates and a key entrance to the souks of Marrakech.
- Mouassine - We will visit a local bakery.
- El Mouassine Mosque - This is one of the oldest mosques in Marrakech, dating back to the 16th century, and is situated in what used to be a residential area for Moroccan Jews ✡️ “TOSHAVIM.”
- فندق السرسار 2 - We will visit Foudouk Sarsar, one of the oldest caravan inns in Marrakech.
- Route Sidi Abdelaziz - We will visit a cooking oven where locals bring their traditional dish known as “Tangia” to be slowly cooked.
- مسجد سيدي عبد العزيز التباع - We will see the Mausoleum of Sidi Abdel Aziz Tabaa, one of the seven Saints of Marrakech.
- Ben Youssef Mosque - We will take a break at a local café ☕️.
- Talaa - This souk is where the auction of leather skins still takes place, except on Fridays.
- Souk Haddadine - We will continue walking through the blacksmiths’ workshops.
- Rahba Kedima Square - We will enjoy the aromas of the genuine and fresh spices market “la place des épices.” Visiting a local spice stall is optional.
- Souk Semmarine - The most famous and busiest section of the souks of Marrakech.
- Jemaa el-Fnaa - The tour will conclude in this amazing public square, where various performances take place, including snake charmers, musicians, storytellers, and more. Thank you.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Masks
Additional Information
This is an unrushed walking tour to discover safely and smoothly the hidden sites of the Medina and its souks with a savvy licensed tour-guide and a good story teller. Enjoy 3 to 4 hours in of a flexible SLOW PACE walk in interlinked alleys of the Medina, visiting its bakeries, traditional ovens, caravanserai, and other ancient treasures.You will explore authentic sites that only a few tourists can see. Some of them.are not even open to tourists. While walking, you will not only learn the true history and the story of every district but its ancient roots as well. The focus will be also on the workshops and the old sections of the souks of Marrakesh.Highly recommended to Curious travellers who like history and culture and as a tour to start with your holiday in Marrakech. It will make it more enjoyable and safer.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Argana
Znikat Rahba
At the Medina which is the old city of Marrakech the post office Maroc in the big square Jamaa. There is only one post office in the big square Jamaa Ella and it is easy to find.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(261 Ratings)
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Sid0nie
May 17, 2024
Fascinating - We really enjoyed our relaxed tour with Azim. It was fascinating to learn more about Moroccan culture & listen to stories whilst visiting hidden delights through previously invisible doorways
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C4320jesylviel
May 11, 2024
Get off the beaten track with a guide who loves his job - A visit to Marrakech that changes... Great discovery of the souks without trying to make us buy!!
An approach to the history of the Berbers
Exactly what we were looking for thank you
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977blakec
Apr 28, 2024
Amazing guided tour by Mohamed!! - Mohamed provided an extremely informative and intimate guided tour of the Medina! He was an incredible guide and clearly has a passion for his work as a professional tour guide. He created a safe relaxed environment where he encouraged us to soak in the history and culture of Marrakech. Would highly recommend this tour as a starting point for your trip to learn about the history and customs of Morocco.
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Laurel_n
Apr 23, 2024
A well spent morning in Marrakech - The whole tour was pleasant, and was a highlight of our Marrakech experience.
Azim generously shared so much of his experience as a Moroccan Man. We learned a lot about the culture and history as well as seeing interesting nooks and crannies.
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Chaymaa_a
Apr 17, 2024
Great tour. - Excellent tour guide. Wonderful tour with a lot of historic details of Marrakesh. A must see and do!
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Charlie_a
Apr 4, 2024
Mohamed was a great... - Mohamed was a great storyteller and the pace was perfect to let us look and listen. He was knowledgeable and courteous.
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Rollomcfluff
Apr 3, 2024
Delightful, insightful and fascinating tour of the unusual and hidden parts of Marrakesh - Mohammed delivered a delightful, insightful and fascinating tour of the unusual, hidden and everyday functions of the medina and souk. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the details and charming facts about life in Marrakesh. Well worth it and highly recommended.
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Anasa717pm
Apr 3, 2024
Monsieur Mohamed, a storyteller - Beautiful tour and charming tour guide! This 3 hour tour is perfect if you are looking for a true experience around the medina. As you stroll down the souks, Mr. Mohamed will explain some important historical facts about Morocco and its people, and will also tell you stories about the Moroccan culture. He is very polite and pleasant, one can see that he is passionate about his work, but also his country, culture and language. We truly recommend!
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Kirsten_s
Mar 31, 2024
THANK YOU, MOHAMED! - This is easily one of the best tours I've ever been on, and I've been on a LOT of tours!! Mohamed is the most knowledgeable guide, taking us to places I would have never known to stop. His rich knowledge of history and culture is impressive, as is his genuine kindness. I would recommend this for anyone wanting to get a behind the scenes look at Marrakech!
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Jukka_v
Apr 18, 2024
Disappointment - The title promises more than you will receive. There are really no hidden sites, it is more or less a walking tour around the Medina.
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