Marrakech Royal Heritage Palaces Carriage and Dar El Bacha

Marrakech, Morocco
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Duration4h
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LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore three historic Marrakech palaces, the Mellah and medina by horse-drawn carriage, ending at the elegant Dar El Bacha Museum with a licensed local guide.

Options

Small Group Tour

with Horse Carriage: Guided tour of Bahia, El Badi & Dar El Bacha Palaces with a licensed guide and traditional horse carriage ride.

Private Tour

Private: Upgrade your tour with an exclusive Moroccan Local guide and traditional horse carriage.

What's included

  • El Bahia Palace Guided Tour
  • Chilled bottled water
  • Private carriage — Private option
  • Customer service support with Advance communication of your tour and guide’s details.
  • Professional licensed Moroccan guide
  • Insider recommendations for the rest of your Marrakech stay
  • Traditional horse-drawn carriage ride across the medina
  • El Badi Palace Guided Tour
  • Dar Al Basha Guided Tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance fees: Bahia Palace 100 MAD, El Badi Palace 100 MAD, Dar El Bacha Museum 50 MAD. Cash only, paid at each entrance. Cards are not accepted.
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. El Badi Palace
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the remains of El Badi Palace, a monumental 16th-century Saadian royal complex. Walk through its vast courtyards, sunken gardens and atmospheric ruins while your licensed guide shares the history of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur and the palace's former grandeur.
  2. Mellah
    15m
    Explore Marrakech’s historic Mellah and discover its traditional jewellery quarter. Walk through this atmospheric part of the old city as your guide shares its history, local traditions and artisan heritage.
  3. Place des Ferblantiers
    15m
    Visit Place des Ferblantiers, a historic square in Marrakech’s Mellah known for traditional metalwork and handcrafted lanterns. Explore the square on foot while your guide shares insights into the area’s artisan traditions.
  4. Bahia Palace
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit Bahia Palace, one of Marrakech’s finest examples of 19th-century Moroccan architecture. Explore its tranquil courtyards and richly decorated interiors, with intricate zellige tilework, carved cedarwood, painted ceilings and elegant architectural details. Your licensed guide will share the history of the palace and its former residents.
  5. Dar El Bacha - Musee des Confluences
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore Dar El Bacha, one of Marrakech’s most elegant historic palaces and former residence of Pasha Thami El Glaoui. Discover its beautifully restored interiors, intricate zellige, carved cedarwork and painted ceilings while your licensed guide shares the history of this remarkable residence.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Café de France on Jemaa el-Fna Square, beneath the OceanAir sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point

The tour ends at Dar El Bacha Museum in the Medina.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Meet your guide in front of Café de France on Jemaa el-Fna Square, beneath the OceanAir sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
  • No strict dress code is required, but modest clothing covering the shoulders and knees is recommended when visiting Bahia Palace and El Badi Palace.
  • Please bring cash to pay for the entrance tickets to Bahia Palace and El Badi Palace. Cards are not accepted at the entrances.
  • We will contact you 24 to 48 hours before the tour with your guide’s name and photo. Your name will also be confirmed on the guide’s manifest before the tour, so you can easily identify your guide.
  • The Dar El Bacha Museum will be closed on Mondays.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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