Bahia Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide
About this tour
Walk into Marrakech's Bahia Palace without waiting in the ticket line, then explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide. Built in the 19th century for the Grand Vizier, the palace is a run of grand apartments, marble courtyards, and quiet garden riads decked out in carved cedar ceilings, painted woodwork, and colorful zellij tilework. Your ticket includes access to the palace gardens, so plan on a couple of hours to see it all.
Highlights
- Detailed stucco work and colorful zellij mosaic tiling throughout
- Wide marble courtyards and planted garden riads
- Carved cedarwood ceilings and hand-painted woodwork
- Admire the cedarwood carvings and painted ceilings.
- The Grand Vizier's grand apartments and private family chambers
- Wander through the grand apartments and private chambers.
- A mix of Andalusian and Moorish design in one building
- Experience the blend of Andalusian and Moorish architectural styles.
Places You Will Visit
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line admission to Bahia Palace
- Skip the line entry to Bahia Palace
- Audio guide in several languages
- Audio guide in multiple languages
- Access to the palace gardens
- Access to palace gardens
Good to Know Before You Visit
Bahia Palace sits inside the medina, Marrakech's old walled center, so it's easy to reach on foot or by taxi from most of the city. If you're coming from Jemaa el-Fna, the main square, you can walk in through the souks. There are also public transport options that drop you close to the entrance. The palace is generally open daily from 09:00 to 17:00, though hours can shift around religious holidays and special events, so it's worth confirming before you go.
Dress modestly to fit local custom, with shoulders and knees covered, and wear comfortable shoes since the site is large and there's a fair bit of walking. In the warmer months, light, breathable clothing makes the heat easier. The palace draws crowds in peak season, so give yourself enough time to move through the rooms, courtyards, and gardens without rushing.
Weather in Marrakech
Local time 5:37 AM, UTC+00:00
Available Days / Times
- Monday : All day
- Tuesday : All day
- Wednesday : All day
- Thursday : All day
- Friday : All day
- Saturday : All day
- Sunday : All day
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026