Morocco · HISTORICAL TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 historical tours that repay the day, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Half-day Marrakech medina tour with a guide, souks, Jemaa el-Fna, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Koutoubia Mosque.
“We liked our tour guy and he offered some great insights into the city. We had a good time . Went to 3 museums and learned a lot about the history of the city.”
Walk Fez’s Old Medina with a guide, see Bou Inania and Al-Attarine, tanneries, artisan workshops, and a local Moroccan lunch.
“Abdul was the best tour guide ever!! We really enjoyed so much our tour! He showed us the real everyday life of Fes Medina plus the main monuments, exactly what we were looking for. We were really amazed by all the different craftsmens we saw working in person, truly a unique experience! Highly recomended to anyone looking for an authentic experience.”
A 3-hour guided walk through Marrakech’s key landmarks, from Koutoubia and Bab Agnaou to Bahia Palace, with a small group and free stops.
“Excellent history tour. It was hot so maybe book early or late in the day. Great walk around the city.”
Full-day trip from Fez to Volubilis, Moulay Idriss, and Meknes with door-to-door transport, small-group comfort, and self-guided time.
“Coincidimos con la fiesta del cordero en Marruecos y muchos establecimientos estaban cerrados, aún así merece la pena. Lastima que Meknes esté completamente en obras y desmerece la excursión”
Casablanca cultural tour with Rick’s Cafe movie lore, medina streets, pastries, and Atlantic views in a 4-hour small-group experience.
“The cultural part on the second half was excellent. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We found out the morning of the excursion that we had to take the ship’s shuttle to the United Nations Square and we would then be late arriving at Rick’s Cafe. The company sent a car to pick us up and take us to Rick’s Cafe. There were only 4 of us for the tour and the one couple left after an hour due to the rainy cold weather. We stayed and at the end of the tour our guide (Abo) took us to a restaurant so we could get lunch and ensured that we…”
Casablanca to Fez day trip with hotel pickup, official guide, UNESCO medina sights, included lunch, and small-group comfort.
“Khair the driver and our guide idrisi were both very helpful and made the day very nice and informative! Could not have asked for a better driver and guide”
3-hour guided walk of Fez’s old Medina, with stops at madrassas, Chouara Tannery, and Bab Bou Jeloud. Tickets extra.
“Tour interessante che tocca i punti principali dentro la Medina e anche qualcosa in più. Avrei gradito spiegazioni più approfondite dal punto di vista storico e culturale.”
Half-day guided Marrakech medina tour covering Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Jemaa el-Fnaa, plus souks for crafts and shopping tips.
“Ibrahim addressed the various questions and concerns of the different group members very individually and was able to provide me with some new insights into Moroccan culture, as well as a few tips for shopping in the souks and markets. Can recommend his tour.”
A 3-hour Marrakech historical discovery tour with a local guide, museum grounds stroll, Koutoubia mosque, and a herbalist on spices and medicine.
“Ash and Omargh were amazing Can we have them again tomorrow please”
Private Marrakech cultural tour with a local guide, hotel pickup, mosque and medina highlights, souk bargaining tips, plus optional madrasa entry costs.
“Abdul was an excellent guide for our 3 hour tour of the Marrakech Medina and its markets. He did a great job of not only taking us through all the main pathways of the markets, but also off the beaten path where we got to see many of the craRead more”
Guided day trip from Marrakech to UNESCO Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, with air-conditioned transport, pickup, and mountain views at Tizi n Tichka.
“Stopping at high mountain passes,breathtaking scenery and amazing views on the way to a wonderful historical sight”
A private 3-hour Marrakech walk linking Koutoubia, the mellah, Bahia Palace, Museum walls, Le Jardin Secret, and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
“It was a very bad experience. Apart the guider you have to pay for every place you’re going to visit. Which you can go by your self. In addition, the guider wasn’t giving us useful information and he is not passionate about his job.”
Private Spanish-guided walk in Fez el-Bali, from Bab Bou Jeloud and Karaouine Mosque to tanneries, souks, and madrasas, with pickup.
“Farida was our guide for this tour. She was extremely knowledgable and clear with her descriptions of the sites She went out of her way to accommodate our requests. including hiring a car to see some sites outside the city. And - she was patient while we did our shopping. Delightful day, would recommend 100%! Thank you Farida!”
Private 4-hour Medina walk in Marrakech with a guide: Koutoubia, Mellah, Bahia Palace, souks, and Jemaa el-Fnaa for history and culture.
“This is the second time I booked with Viator (booked last year for an excursion in Barcelona) and again it was amazing!! Our guide was super friendly and so knowledgeable. He even bought us fresh figs to try! What a brilliant tour can’t recommend enough”
Half-day private Marrakech souk tour with a guide, mint tea pause, and key medina sights from Jemaa el-Fnaa to the Saadian Tombs.
“I booked the private shopping experience but 2 additional tourist were allowed to come as well. It was not private as advertised and I had paid an additional fee. Disappointing.”
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