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Marrakech Exploration: Private Walking Tour of Must-See Locations and Hidden Cultural Gems
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Marrakech
Discover the highlights and hidden cultural gems of Marrakech on a private walking tour. Perfect for time-pressed visitors, this half-day tour offers a personalized exploration of the city’s must-see locations and rich history.
Discover the highlights and hidden cultural gems of Marrakech on a private walking tour. Perfect for time-pressed visitors, this half-day tour offers a personalized exploration of the city’s must-see locations and rich history.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Koutoubia Mosque - We begin our tour with a brief introduction about what to expect. We stroll around the Koutoubia mosque, learning about its history, architecture, and local culture.
- Mouassine - Following this brief introduction, we will guide you through one of Marrakech’s secret passages before exploring the beautiful 16th-century…
- Koutoubia Mosque - We begin our tour with a brief introduction about what to expect. We stroll around the Koutoubia mosque, learning about its history, architecture, and local culture.
- Mouassine - Following this brief introduction, we will guide you through one of Marrakech’s secret passages before exploring the beautiful 16th-century Mouassine quarter.
- Le Jardin Secret - This is our most popular stop. The origins of Le Jardin Secret date back to the latter half of the 16th century. It comprises two large Riads. Today, the green spaces of the Riads are divided into exotic and Islamic gardens. (Comfort stop)
- Medina of Marrakesh - Uncover the hidden cultural aspects of Marrakech. Learn about the daily lives of the locals and explore the authentic historical quarters, including its Foundouks, communal ovens, hammams, fountains, and food markets.
- Ben Youssef Madrasa - The most beautifully adorned building in Marrakesh, featuring an abundance of classic Moroccan decor – Zellij tiling, stucco plasterwork, and intricately carved cedarwood – all crafted to the highest standards.
- Rahba Kedima Square - Experience the daily commercial life of the Medina as you are led through the labyrinthine Souks, gaining a special in-depth feel of its various sections.
- Jemaa el-Fnaa - Beloved by both tourists and locals, Jemaa el-Fnaa square is the vibrant heart of Marrakech and a symbol of the city. It showcases traditional Morocco and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
What's Included
- Expert guide
- Walking tour
- Expert guide
- Walking tour
What's Not Included
- Admissions to Le Jardin Secret (10 USD) & Ben Youssef Madrasa (5 USD)
- Transportation
- Admissions to Le Jardin Secret (10 USD) & Ben Youssef Madrasa (5 USD)
- Transportation
Additional Information
Discover the gems of Marrakech in a half-day private walking tour. Gain insight into the city’s landmarks and past. Choose between morning and afternoon tour slots to experience Marrakech’s top attractions and uncover its less explored cultural aspects. This tour is ideal for newcomers or those on a tight schedule, offering the most intimate way to navigate the city.
Discover the gems of Marrakech in a half-day private walking tour. Gain insight into the city’s landmarks and past. Choose between morning and afternoon tour slots to experience Marrakech’s top attractions and uncover its less explored cultural aspects. This tour is ideal for newcomers or those on a tight schedule, offering the most intimate way to navigate the city.
Location
Koutoubia Minaret
Avenue Mohammed V
Close to the "KOUTOUBIA" mosque, one of the landmarks of Marrakech with the highest minaret in the city. Meet next to the white dome.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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G1023zhkarens
Feb 13, 2025
Great tour to start our holiday in Marrakech - Excellent and insightful tour by our guide, Abdul. He was able to answer our questions, and share perspectives. He helped us make several purchases in the marketplace, including clothing and jewelry. It is enjoyable to be with a guide that really wants you to understand their culture, and has a pleasant demeanor. Abdul seemed very perceptive as to what my husband and I would find of interest, and the tour was everything we wanted to do and learn. My son and daughter-in-law had recommended Abdul and this tour from their experience in Marrakech. We highly recommend it as a great first day in Marrakech activity, as you will also get a feel for the city.
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U1177eijulias
Jan 28, 2025
Phenomenal Experience - We cannot recommend Abdul enough. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Marrakech and worked to provide unique experiences throughout the Medina. Abdul was accommodating of our requests and emphasis on history that we wanted. He took us to the medina to specific stores for argan oil, spices, etc. and also gave us specific experiences (i.e., going to baker, pottery studio, etc.). Highly recommend spending the day with Abdul!
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Road12131816899
Jan 26, 2025
Golf holiday day trip to Marrakesh - Abdul did a great job and was informative as well as entertaining. We had a great day. This was a day off golf for my son and I. Special memories.
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Tammyaz4416ye
Jan 22, 2025
History of Marrakesh - Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He definitely ensured our understanding of the history of Marrakesh.
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Resort06654904443
Jan 18, 2025
100% recommend - best tour guide there is - We had an amazing tour with Abdul - he’s great fun and knows everything about Marrakech. Would recommend him to anybody and everybody visiting the city. Thoroughly enjoyed it and really completed our trip!
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Acg
Dec 31, 2024
Unique tour - great if you want to customize things for yourself - Family of 4 (kids in high school and college) wanted a ‘behind the scenes’ walk through Marrakesh. We didnt want what we can see on YouTube or on a massive group tour. Abdul delivered exactly what we wanted - he took us to many spots that he knew we would enjoy. Great conversation, q&a, and perfect English. It’s also great to move through the Medina with someone that knows practically every person in it!
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37aleksandraf
Nov 20, 2024
Spectacular walk - We had a wonderful walking tour with Abdul. He showed us places we would never be able to find by ourselves. He helped us to choose traditional shirts in a trusted and local owned shop. He is very well known and respected in Marrakesh. Highly recommended experience which in my eyes was worth every penny.
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Idaz40
Nov 18, 2024
Our unforgettable trip to Marrakech - During our trip to Marrakech, my mother and I booked two half-day tours with Abdul at the Marrakech Guided Tours Website, and we are overjoyed that we did. We selected both the Hidden Sides and Arts & Crafts tour, and Abdul was so accommodating in customising the tours to our interest, hobbies, and also our want to experience the authentic Marrakech.
Abdul was happy to show us magnificent places and museums, shops and restaurant recommendations, while also explaining and helping us navigate the Medina, making sense of the city in a way we never would have managed on our own. The restaurant recommendations were also spot on, ensuring that we did not fall into any tourist traps! I am not even sure which tourist traps there would be, since we managed to avoid all of them :-)
Not only did Abduls guiding create the most memorable trip my mother and I have been on together, he also has sent us pictures he took of us on his phone, as well as proper Morroccan recipes for cakes, tagines and salads, once he understood my love for cooking.
What was also very appreciated by us both, is that during the tours, he also customised our day ''away'' from the things we did not find too interesting. For instance, some people might find the chaos and intensity of the main square of the Medina exiting. However, we found it too loud and overly intense, which I am sure Abdul picked up on, and did therefore not linger too long around this area. He also gave us plenty of recommendations for us to do on our own, like restaurants, other museums and gardens, as well as shops and marketplaces.
We were so well taken care of by Abdul, and I will be recommending him with the highest regard to my friends, family and colleagues.
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Voyage587209
Nov 12, 2024
Well worth it - A wonderful and insightful afternoon, we learnt so much and loved the flexibility to go as we felt and were interested. Abdul is a gem...
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Lucianavg503pg
Nov 10, 2024
Everything you've read is true! - I booked this experience for my clients, along with the Arts & Crafts tour Abdul offers, for a full day of exploring. Upon their return home, they told me that it was one of the highlights of their entire trip. Everything I read here from other people's reviews rang very true for my clients as well. Thank you so much Abdul!! I look forward to working with you again.
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