Planning your visit to El Badi Palace in Marrakech? Find all the essential information to organize your discovery: access, opening hours, prices, transport, accessibility and practical tips.
Where Is El Badi Palace Located?
El Badi Palace is located in the historic Kasbah district, south of the Marrakech medina.
It is just a few minutes' walk from several unmissable sites:
- Saadian Tombs
- Bab Agnaou
- Bahia Palace
- Jemaa el-Fna Square
This proximity lets you visit several of Marrakech's major monuments in the same day.
How to Get to El Badi Palace
On Foot
From Jemaa el-Fna square, head to the Kasbah via Rue Riad Zitoun El Kdim. The walk takes about 15 minutes.
By Taxi
Marrakech's petit taxis can drop you off near the palace's main entrance. From downtown, the trip usually takes between 5 and 10 minutes depending on traffic.
By Car
The Kasbah district has several public parking lots nearby. In high season, it's advisable to arrive early to find a spot easily.
Opening hours
The official ticket office of the Ministry of Culture gives visiting hours of 9am to 5pm. This is a general statement for all the monuments on its online ticket office: the ministry does not specify any closing day, any particular hours or any last entry for El Badi Palace. Check before your visit, especially during Ramadan, national and religious holidays and official events.
Restoration work
Restoration work is under way in several monuments in Marrakech: some parts of El Badi Palace may be temporarily closed to the public or rearranged. The official ticket office does not list the accessible areas: check before your visit.
Entry prices
Prices of the official ticket office of the Ministry of Culture:
- foreign adult: 100 DH (about €10);
- foreign child aged 7 to 13: 50 DH;
- Moroccan or resident adult: 30 DH;
- Moroccan or resident child aged 7 to 13: 10 DH;
- free entry for Moroccans every Friday and on the first day of national and religious holidays.
The official ticket office does not specify the conditions for children under 7 or for people with reduced mobility: ask the Ministry of Culture. Prices taken from the official ticket office of the Ministry of Culture on 18 October 2026; they may change.
Accessibility
El Badi Palace is partially accessible.
- The main courtyard is relatively accessible.
- Some pathways have uneven ground.
- The ramparts, stairs and underground galleries are not wheelchair-accessible.
People with reduced mobility are admitted free of charge.
How Much Time Should You Allow?
The average visit lasts 1h30 to 2 hours.
If you want to climb the ramparts, explore the underground galleries and take photos, allow up to 2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
To fully enjoy the monument, we recommend:
- between 9:00 and 10:30 am to avoid the crowds;
- or late afternoon for softer light.
In summer, remember to bring water, a hat and sunscreen, as a large part of the palace is outdoors.
Available Services
- Restrooms
- Photography allowed for personal use
- Several cafés and restaurants within a few minutes' walk
- Public parking nearby
Ticketing: e-ticket, digital guide and pass
You can buy your ticket at the ticket office of El Badi Palace on the day of your visit, or book your e-ticket in advance on MoroccoMuseum.com. The e-ticket includes:
Your e-ticket and your digital guide
- the entry ticket to El Badi Palace at the official price (100 DH, i.e. about €10, for a foreign adult, 50 DH for a foreign child aged 7 to 13), plus a €1.99 service fee;
- your e-ticket (electronic ticket, or e-billet) and your access to the digital guide sent by email, usually within 3 hours;
- the digital guide, included with every ticket: an illustrated visit guide, a narrative account and an audio reading of 10 points of interest, available in five languages, to use on your phone to explore the site at your own pace.
Prices taken from the official ticket office of the Ministry of Culture on 18 October 2026; they may change.
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Several monuments: the skip-the-line pass
If you plan to visit the other monuments of the medina too, the skip-the-line pass for 2, 3 or 4 monuments (Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, Saadian Tombs, Almoravid Dome) brings your tickets and audio guides together in a single purchase, from €22.99. It is booked with no visit date, it is valid for 12 months, transferable and not named; your tickets are sent by email usually within 3 hours (purchase between 9am and 6pm) or before noon the next day.
During the high tourist season (spring, autumn and school holidays), the wait can be long at peak times: arrive at opening time, or book your ticket in advance so you do not have to buy it at the ticket office.
Practical Tips
- Wear comfortable shoes: some areas have steps and old cobblestones.
- Bring a bottle of water, especially in summer.
- Combine your visit with the Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace, both accessible on foot from El Badi Palace.
- Arrive early in your visit: the official ticket office gives visiting hours of 9am to 5pm.
Thanks to its location at the heart of the Kasbah, El Badi Palace is an essential stop on an itinerary through Marrakech's historic heritage.
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Nearby
- Saadian Tombs: 5 min (ideal combined visit, half-day in the Kasbah)
- Mellah and Salat Al Azama Synagogue: 5 min
- Bahia Palace: 10 min
- Tiskiwin Museum: 10 min
