Marrakech: Ben Youssef Madrassa, Secret Garden and Medina Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

French

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Embark on a guided exploration of the captivating architecture of Ben Youssef Mederssa, delve into the cultural richness of Marrakech, discover serenity amidst the lush tranquillity of the Secret Garden, and immerse yourself in the vibrant bustle of the local markets, brimming with an abundance of souvenirs and goods.

• Uncover the architectural wonders of the Medersa Ben Youssef, an Islamic college.

• Find serenity in the Secret Garden, an oasis of palaces and gardens in the medina.

• Explore Djemaa El Fna Square with its vibrant markets full of souvenirs & goods.

• Immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and architecture that define Marrakech.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Jemaa el-Fnaa

Set out on this guided tour to explore Marrakech's cultural treasures, including the Medersa Ben Youssef, the Secret Garden, and bustling markets. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and vibrant present through this immersive experience.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Koutoubia Mosque

Begin your walking tour at the Koutoubia Mosque, the city's largest, known for its historical ties to bookshops. Admire its Almohad architectural style, featuring a tower adorned with four copper globes.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Private or small-group walking tour (depending on option selected)

Skip-the-Line access to monuments

Hotel pickup from your riad within the Medina (private option only)

Personalized service and insider tips

Licensed, experienced local tour guide

Free time to explore each monument at your own pace

Entry tickets to monuments (Secret Garden: 100 MAD and Madrasa Ben Youssef: 50 MAD per person)

Transportation

Tips (optional)

Options

Private Tour in French

Private Walking Tour in French: Choose a private tour in French for a personalised tour. Starts at your Riad in the Medina or at Café de France in Djemaa.

Private Tour in English

Private Tour in English: Opt for a private tour in English for a personalised tour. Starts at your Riad in the Medina or at Café de France in Djemaa.

Shared Group Tour in English

Shared Walking Tour in English: Join this small group tour, led by an experienced and licensed English-speaking-guide. Starting at Café de France in Djemaa.

Shared Group Tour in French

Group Walking Tour in French: Join this small group tour, led by an experienced and licensed French-speaking-guide. Starting at Café de France in Djemaa.

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun time in the Medina.
P7255BZandreb,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was great. He had a lot of information to make the visits enjoyable. He was very personable and made sure everyone was engaged.
Great tour!
ashlynv2017,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was a great way to orient myself to Marrakech and see major sights, it was great to have a knowledgeable guide to tell us about the spaces. would do this again!
Superb , nice visit
Mimigouss,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited the Medersa Ben Youssef And this place is beautiful And worth a visit But beware there are many people
Very good experience
BeeAlv,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Mohamed was great. We had a great time. We learned a lot, he was a teacher, smiling. We recommend!
Trip to Ben Youseff Madressa and Secret Garden with walk through the Souks.
sabinasP1319UU,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Youness was our wonderful guide, he was very knowledgeable and the tour was extremely interesting, Youness had a lovely manner and beautiful speaking voice, we could have listened to him all day ❤️ He guided us through the souks from Ben Youseff to the Secret Garden and stopped along the way to show us interesting features along the alleys. Brilliant tour, very enjoyable.
Beautifully restored old school.
AbsolutelyDubrovnik,,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyed this visit to the Madrassa. It has been beautifully restored and is easy to walk around. Well worth a visit. A point to note: it’s in an area of the Medina pretty inaccessible to vehicles and easy to get lost going or leaving. Particularly on hot afternoons, if planning to depart by taxi, pick a spot where they can get to. It can be pleasant to be walking around the alleys and souks but can be tiring if lost.
Excellent!
Anouck A,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My experience today at La Medrasa Ben Youssef at Jardin Sevret was great. I was surprised to see Mohamed my guide who also accompanied me Monday doing other activities. He was great, he taught us a lot about the history of Morocco and its monuments. Frankly it was perfect, thank you.
Very nice visit!
laspettabiled,,Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Recommended! Achraf is a very prepared guide: he was very friendly and helpful. We visited very interesting places and learned a lot of things!
Tour Guide in Marrakech
jahanarab2022,,Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked bahia palace, Ben Youssuf and souk tour from Getyourguides. I booked a morning 10am slot. On the day of the event my children had an upset stomach The team allowed me to attend an PM Session with my family. What can I say but a big thank you to the organisers Hamza and our tour guide Yassine. He was knowledgeable, experienced and tailored our session based on our needs. Im glad we didnt cancel and explore all the history of the souks and Mosques Thank you Jahanara
Marrakesh sightseeing
V1ct0ria,,Feb 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the excursion and our guide Yassine was amazing. The tour is well organized and well paced. It also included a tour of the market and Yassine recommended us a restaurant for lunch which was very good and reasonably priced.