Best time to visit
The site is open-air: in summer, avoid the middle of the day and bring water; late afternoon gives a softer light on the ruins. The visiting hours given by the official ticket office are 9am to 5pm.
What not to miss
- The vast courtyards and the open-air ruins
- The pools, which give an idea of the size of the palace
- The terraces, for a view over the city
Duration and Tips
Recommended duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Go up to the terraces for the view (access is sometimes signposted separately — ask at the entrance). Bring a bottle of water, especially in summer.
Ideal Combination
El Badi + Saadian Tombs (5 min walk) = a half-day in the Kasbah. Start with El Badi in the morning (opening time), then move on to the Tombs before the groups arrive.
Visit at your own pace with the digital guide
The ruins of El Badi can be visited with no set route: with the digital guide on your phone, you move from one courtyard to the next at your own pace. Restoration work is under way in several monuments in Marrakech: some parts may be temporarily closed or rearranged.
Every ticket booked on MoroccoMuseum.com includes the digital guide of El Badi Palace: an illustrated visit guide, a narrative account and an audio reading of 10 points of interest, in five languages. It opens on your phone from the link received by email with your e-ticket: no group, no set schedule, you explore at your own pace.
Frequently asked questions
What is the entry price for El Badi Palace? The official price is 100 DH (about €10) for a foreign adult, 50 DH for a foreign child aged 7 to 13. On MoroccoMuseum.com, the e-ticket adds a €1.99 service fee. Prices taken from the official ticket office of the Ministry of Culture on 18 October 2026; they may change.
How does the e-ticket work? You book online, then you receive your electronic ticket and your access to the digital guide by email, usually within 3 hours.
Is the digital guide included? Yes, it is included with every ticket: illustrated visit guide, narrative account and audio reading of 10 points of interest, in five languages, to use on your phone.
How much time should I allow? Allow 45 minutes to 1 hour. The digital guide lets you go at your own pace, with no set schedule.
Can I visit several monuments with a single purchase? Yes, 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. It requires no visit date and remains valid for 12 months.
⚠️ Beware of Scams
Fake unofficial guides: Individuals position themselves at the entrance claiming to be licensed guides. Demand the official professional card issued by the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism.
Priority access off-platform: Never pay cash to someone offering a "skip-the-line ticket" or "special access" in front of the entrance. These are invariably scams.
Spontaneous guides toward the souks: After your visit, strangers will offer to lead you to shops. They earn a commission without telling you.
Best practice: Book online through a certified platform for the official rate and legitimate skip-the-line access.
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