General

This is an exciting and most interesting exploration of the deep and authentic side of the old city of Marrakech, where we will see the traditional activities of the inhabitants of the old city and understand their way of life as well as some remains of the glorious past of this medieval capital of Morocco.

Start through one of the historical gates of the old Medina and walk to discover the medieval way of life of its inhabitants and their daily occupations.

We will make you cross some the oldest quarters in the Medina of Marrakech. Along the way, we will hear children from the Koran schools reciting verses, see old fountains, historical gates, visit an old bakery and taste the local bread, see the furnace that heats the public steam bath and learn the role they play in the social life of each quarter.

Visit the 16th century Ben Youssef Mederssa considered as the highlight of the Moroccan architecture in Marrakech. If the calligrapher is there, we will have a demonstration of the splendid and intricate Arabic calligraphy.

Visit a sumptuous Marrakesh Museuem that was once the home of a Moroccan minister until the end of the 19th century and admire besides the marvelous Moorish architecture, an interesting collection of antiques going from the art of embroidery to ethnic jewelry and the fine blue and polychrome pottery.

See the archaeological site of the Almoravid dynasty dome, which is the oldest monument in Marrakech dating back to the early 12th century; a short time after the city was founded and became the capital of Morocco.

Discover the hidden quarters and the historical caravanseraill called Fondouks used once as hotels for the caravan traders. They are still in use today by Marrakech artisans who have set their workshops in many of them to perpetuate their ancestral skills of making all sorts of local crafts.

Tour Duration:Half Day.