Marrakech Private Guided Tour: Bahia Palace & Majorelle Garden

Moroccan hand-carved plaster and cedar wood line the walls and ceilings of Bahia Palace.

A private guided tour of Marrakech with hotel pickup, English or French-speaking guide, and air-conditioned transport to four main sites: Majorelle Garden, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace and the souks. The tour runs three to four hours and is available as a half-day or full-day option. Entrance fees to Majorelle Garden and Bahia Palace are not included and can be arranged separately.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Majorelle Garden45m
2. Koutoubia Mosque25m

Explore Marrakech's iconic sights

• Pick up from accommodation
• Visit Majorelle Garden
• See Koutoubia Mosque outside
• Tour Bahia Palace Riads
• Explore the Souks and olive market

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel and heads straight to Majorelle Garden, where exotic plants and early twentieth-century architecture created by Jacques Majorelle fill the grounds: now part of the Yves Saint Laurent Foundation. From there, the guide takes you to Koutoubia Mosque, an 11th-century landmark you'll see from the outside while the guide explains its historical and spiritual context. The route then moves through the Jewish quarter, Mellah, before arriving at Bahia Palace, where the interiors reveal the craft that defines Moroccan design: hand-carved plaster and cedar wood on walls and ceilings, with mosaic tilework across the floors.

The final stretch takes you into the souks, where you'll walk through the narrow passages and sample local goods in the olive market. This is where you can pick up souvenirs and get a feel for the rhythm of daily commerce in the medina. Your guide provides context on the culture and history at each stop, which is especially useful if this is your first time in the city. The whole experience runs between three and four hours, depending on which option you choose (half-day or full-day), and the vehicle stays air-conditioned throughout.

You can select a morning or afternoon departure to fit your schedule. The tour is private, so the pace and stops are yours alone with the guide and driver. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, which means no navigating taxis or negotiating routes on your own. The guide speaks English or French.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• private air-conditioned vehicle.
• English or French-speaking official guide.
• visits to Majorelle Garden, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace and the souks.
• guidance on Moroccan culture and history at each stop.

Options for this experience

3 options

Car and driver only, for half a dayGuide in English · 08:00 and 09:00Yves Saint Laurent Garden, Bahia Palace, the Souks, the Medina and Jamaa El Fna. Duration of 4 hours. Pickup is included.

Private guided tour lasting half a dayGuide in English or French · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00 and 14:00Duration of 4 hours, with the tour lasting between 3 and 4 hours. Covers Majorelle Garden, Bahia Palace, Jamaa El Fna, the Souks, Gueliz and Semmarine. Includes bottled water and a luxury Mercedes Vito, a private air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver. Entrance fees are not included: book Majorelle Garden online yourself, while your tour guide receives a free ticket. Pickup is included.

Private guided tour lasting a full dayGuide in English or French · 5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 10:00Duration of 7 hours, with the tour lasting between 6 and 8 hours. Covers Majorelle Garden, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, Bahia Palace, lunch, Madrasa Ben Youssef, Jamaa El Fna and the Souks. Includes bottled water and a luxury Mercedes Vito, a private air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver. Entrance fees are not included: book Majorelle Garden and Yves Saint Laurent online yourself, while your tour guide receives a free ticket. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 32 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Choose the half-day option if you want to see the main sights without committing a full day, or book the full-day tour if you'd like a slower pace and time to explore the souks and medina more thoroughly. The private format means the guide adjusts to your interests and questions rather than following a fixed group schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What is Majorelle Garden like, and why does the tour start there?

Majorelle Garden is an early twentieth-century botanical garden created by artist Jacques Majorelle, now managed by the Yves Saint Laurent Foundation. It combines exotic plants with artistic architecture and is the first stop on the tour because it sets the tone for understanding Moroccan design and history.

Can I go inside Koutoubia Mosque, or do I see it from outside?

You see Koutoubia Mosque from the outside only. The guide will explain its historical, cultural and spiritual significance from the 11th century while you take photographs.

What makes Bahia Palace worth visiting?

Bahia Palace showcases traditional Moroccan craftsmanship: hand-carved plaster and cedar wood cover the walls and ceilings, and mosaic tilework decorates the floors. The riads (courtyards) display the architectural style that defines the city's historic homes.

How long do I spend in the souks, and what can I do there?

You spend roughly the final hour in the souks, where you can walk through the market passages, sample local goods in the olive market, and buy souvenirs. The guide will point out what to look for and how to navigate the narrow streets.

Do I need to pay entrance fees separately, or are they included?

Entrance fees to Majorelle Garden and Bahia Palace are not included in the tour price and can be arranged separately when you book. The guide can help coordinate these if needed.

What time of day should I choose, and does it make a difference?

You can pick a morning or afternoon departure depending on your schedule and preference. Morning departures typically mean fewer crowds at the major sites, while afternoon options work better if you want a slower start to your day.