See & do · Landmarks & architecture
Ben Youssef Madrasa
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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16th-century college building with prayer hall & courtyards decorated with tiles & carved wood.via Google
A spectacularly restored 14th-century Islamic college featuring a vast central courtyard with a marble pool and intricate carvings.
- Good to know
- Go early in the morning to avoid tour groups; entry fee is modest.
Reviews from Google
Amazing historic building with beautiful architecture. It was fascinating to explore and see the rooms where students once lived and studied. The only downside was the number of visitors more interested in social media photos than the history of the site. Seeing people leaning against the historic walls and treating it as a photo backdrop took away from the atmosphere somewhat. Still, a must-visit in Marrakesh.
Absolutely stunning. Mesmerizing. The architecture, the intricacy. Id say this place is easily a MUST GO TO place when you are in Marrakech. The sun reflecting of marvellous marble tiles gives this place true Moroccan vibes. Buying tickets didnt take long, and option to pay by card as well. Family friendly and kids will have fun too. Just remember to go early in the morning to avoid massive crowds.
The madrasa in Marrakech is a very beautiful and atmospheric place. It was reopened a few years ago after renovation, and it was definitely worth it. Everything is very clean, with beautiful tiled courtyards, and three floors open to visitors. There are also clean and working restroom facilities. I recommend coming right at opening time around 9:00 — there are very few people, so you can take great empty photos. Another good tip is to go upstairs while a group is downstairs, and then switch — a nice little hack to avoid crowds and get better shots.
A very nice place to visit this former school. You can discover marvelous architecture in the hart of the city. It’s a must if you are visiting Marrakech. At the ticket counter only cash money is accepted which is unfortunate.
Wonderful to see such a beautiful historic place kept alive to be enjoyed by so many tourists. Was particularly great to see the student’s rooms and gain insight into what life living there would have been like. Only thing to note is there isn’t much written guidance so maybe read up on the historical context before visiting.