Why choose this Marrakech tour ?
Discover the 16th century Jewish Heritage and the Moorish iconic architecture infused in the Moroccan culture in this private half day guided tour.
Start with the most beautiful palace of Marrakech, the Bahia Palace and continue with a walk through the alley ways of the 16th century Jewish Mellah quarter.
Visit the Slat al-Azama Synagogue, the main synagogue remaining in the Mellah quarter and certainly the most picturesque with its striking blue and white colors then continue to the incredibly well preserved Jewish cemetery.
Visit Le Jardin Secret that dates back to the Saadian Dynasty, a truly outstanding example of Arab-Andalusian art and architecture.
Finish your tour in the souks and the famous Jemaa El Fna square, a veritable open-air theater that always amazes its visitors!
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What makes Marrakech Jewish Quarter & Bahia Palace: Private Half-day Guided Tour a unique experience ?
Begin your private tour with the most beautiful palace of Marrakech, the Bahia Palace. Built in the late 19th century, the name literally means “brilliance”, it was intended to be the greatest palace of its time. The best workers and artisans of the country have worked continuously for six years (1894-1900) to achieve it. It is a spectacular masterpiece with a beautiful Moorish style.
Continue with a walk through the alley ways of the 16th century Jewish Mellah quarter, a distinct district in the medina with a great historical importance. It is here where Jewish settled in Marrakech and practiced trades and craft.
Visit the Slat al-Azama Synagogue, the main synagogue remaining in the Mellah quarter and certainly the most picturesque with its striking blue and white colors. It was originally built in 1492 AD, and therefore is considered the oldest synagogue in the city.
Continue to the fascinating and incredibly well preserved Jewish cemetery, the largest in Morocco where many famous and respected Tsadikkims are buried here.
Visit Le Jardin Secret, one of the largest and most ancient palaces of the old medina of Marrakech. Its origins date back to the Saadian Dynasty, more than four hundred years ago. It is truly an outstanding example of Arab-Andalusian art and architecture.
Finish your tour in the famous souks and see artisans perpetuating their ancestral skills of making all sorts of local crafts before heading to the famous Jemaa El Fna square, a veritable open-air theater that always amazes its visitors with its snake charmers, musicians and markets stalls.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Marrakech Jewish Quarter & Bahia Palace: Private Half-day Guided Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Multilingual professional driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by a brand new private air-conditioned minivan
- Expert certified local guide
Not Included
- Entrance fee to Bahia palace: $10 per person
- Entrance fee to Le Jardin Secret: $10 per person
- Donation to Slat Al Azama Synagogue: $2 per person
- Donation to Miaara Jewish Cemetery: $2 per person
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Atlas Excursion.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Casablanca.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 17 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
