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Free audio walking tours of Marrakech
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Marrakech, Morocco, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Marrakech Express
Jemaa el-Fna and Koutoubia in 1 hour
- Jemaa el-FnaWelcome to Jemaa el-Fna Square, the beating heart and permanent theater of Marrakech, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its mysterious name is said to mean 'assembly of the dead,' but today, it overflows with vibrant life.
- Koutoubia MosqueYou are looking at the Koutoubia Mosque, the most iconic landmark in all of Marrakech. Its majestic minaret rises to 77 meters and served as the architectural inspiration for Seville's Giralda and Rabat's Hassan Tower.
- Ben Youssef MadrasaWelcome to the Ben Youssef Madrasa, one of the most precious jewels of Moroccan architecture. Founded in the 14th century and later rebuilt by the Saadians in the 16th, it served for centuries as the largest Quranic school in North Africa, housing up to 900 students within its modest cells.
Marrakech Classics
Palaces, tombs and Majorelle
- Jemaa el-FnaWelcome to Jemaa el-Fna Square, the beating heart and permanent theater of Marrakech, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its mysterious name is said to mean 'assembly of the dead,' but today, it overflows with vibrant life.
- Koutoubia MosqueYou are looking at the Koutoubia Mosque, the most iconic landmark in all of Marrakech. Its majestic minaret rises to 77 meters and served as the architectural inspiration for Seville's Giralda and Rabat's Hassan Tower.
- Bahia PalaceThis is the Bahia Palace, literally meaning the 'Palace of the Beautiful,' a masterpiece of late 19th-century Moroccan architecture. Spanning eight hectares, it was originally built for Grand Vizier Si Moussa and later expanded by his son Ba Ahmed for his four wives and 24 concubines.
- Saadian TombsWelcome to the Saadian Tombs, a place of eternal rest of unexpected splendor. This royal funerary site dating from the 16th century was walled off following the fall of the Saadian dynasty and remained forgotten by the outside world until its accidental rediscovery in 1917.
- Majorelle GardenWelcome to the Majorelle Garden, a vibrant oasis of color and serenity that has become one of Marrakech's most beloved sites. Created over forty years by French painter Jacques Majorelle, this botanical garden is famous for its Art Deco villa painted in an intense, vibrant blue, now globally known as 'Majorelle Blue.'…
Complete Marrakech
The ultimate Red City tour
- Jemaa el-FnaWelcome to Jemaa el-Fna Square, the beating heart and permanent theater of Marrakech, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its mysterious name is said to mean 'assembly of the dead,' but today, it overflows with vibrant life.
- Koutoubia MosqueYou are looking at the Koutoubia Mosque, the most iconic landmark in all of Marrakech. Its majestic minaret rises to 77 meters and served as the architectural inspiration for Seville's Giralda and Rabat's Hassan Tower.
- Bahia PalaceThis is the Bahia Palace, literally meaning the 'Palace of the Beautiful,' a masterpiece of late 19th-century Moroccan architecture. Spanning eight hectares, it was originally built for Grand Vizier Si Moussa and later expanded by his son Ba Ahmed for his four wives and 24 concubines.
- Saadian TombsWelcome to the Saadian Tombs, a place of eternal rest of unexpected splendor. This royal funerary site dating from the 16th century was walled off following the fall of the Saadian dynasty and remained forgotten by the outside world until its accidental rediscovery in 1917.
- El Badi PalaceYou are looking at the majestic ruins of El Badi Palace, once dubbed 'the Incomparable.' Built by Saadian Sultan Ahmed el-Mansour following his 1578 victory over the Portuguese, this palace was once paved with gold, turquoise, and Carrara marble. Although Alawite Sultan Moulay Ismail dismantled it a century later to…
- Majorelle GardenWelcome to the Majorelle Garden, a vibrant oasis of color and serenity that has become one of Marrakech's most beloved sites. Created over forty years by French painter Jacques Majorelle, this botanical garden is famous for its Art Deco villa painted in an intense, vibrant blue, now globally known as 'Majorelle Blue.'…
- Menara GardensWelcome to the Menara Gardens, a vast 100-hectare olive grove created in the 12th century during the Almohad dynasty. The image of its green-tiled roof pavilion, reflecting in the immense central pool with the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the background, is arguably the most famous and romantic view in Marrakech.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Marrakech?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Marrakech: Marrakech Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Marrakech Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Marrakech (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Marrakech audio tours visit?
- Stops include Jemaa el-Fna, Koutoubia Mosque, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Majorelle Garden, El Badi Palace, Menara Gardens.
- How long does a walking tour of Marrakech take?
- The Marrakech tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Marrakech?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.