Maison 28 Guidebook
Interesting Things to Do in our Medina Neighborhood
Maison 28 is located in the oldest, most historic/authentic areas of the Marrakech Medina. We are within a 10-15 minute walk of some of the best shopping, dining, and sightseeing that Marrakech has to offer. Here are some top suggestions to explore in our area
Visit the Maison de la Photographie for an outstanding collection of vintage photography from Morocco. You can explore the past life and culture and purchase "art quality" prints. Lunch is offered daily on the rooftop terrace.
105 locals recommend
House of Photography in Marrakech
46 Rue Bin LafnadekVisit the Maison de la Photographie for an outstanding collection of vintage photography from Morocco. You can explore the past life and culture and purchase "art quality" prints. Lunch is offered daily on the rooftop terrace.
A former 18th century government palace restored to a place to rest and relax amongst the gardens in the Marrakech Medina. There is a very interesting self-guided tour and they also offer light food and drinks so you can stay and enjoy the peace and beauty
116 locals recommend
Le Jardin Secret
121 Rue MouassineA former 18th century government palace restored to a place to rest and relax amongst the gardens in the Marrakech Medina. There is a very interesting self-guided tour and they also offer light food and drinks so you can stay and enjoy the peace and beauty
The Medrasa Ben Youssef (Koranic School) is one of the most important and popular historical sites in Marrakech. Recently renovated and reopened after 4 years, it is just a 5-minute walk from Maison 28. We recommend that you get there early-at 9:30-when they first open to avoid the crowds. For a more in-depth experience, visit with one of our trusted guides on a half day or full day Medina tour.
273 locals recommend
The son of Joseph School
Rue AssouelThe Medrasa Ben Youssef (Koranic School) is one of the most important and popular historical sites in Marrakech. Recently renovated and reopened after 4 years, it is just a 5-minute walk from Maison 28. We recommend that you get there early-at 9:30-when they first open to avoid the crowds. For a more in-depth experience, visit with one of our trusted guides on a half day or full day Medina tour.
The oldest surviving monument in Marrakech, the Almoravid Koubba was built in 1117 for the faithful to perform ablutions before prayers the nearby Mosque (now replaced). Enjoy the history and beautiful architecture on a self-guided tour for a small entrance fee
10 locals recommend
Almoravid Koubba
75 Derb Souk CheriaThe oldest surviving monument in Marrakech, the Almoravid Koubba was built in 1117 for the faithful to perform ablutions before prayers the nearby Mosque (now replaced). Enjoy the history and beautiful architecture on a self-guided tour for a small entrance fee
Learn about the history and importance of these iconic rugs in a beautiful Riad setting. Boucharouite Rugs are Moroccan "rag rugs" originally designed as a less expensive substitute to wool, the weavers used strips of old clothing to create bright, abstract designs
20 locals recommend
Boucharouite Museum
107 Derb el CadiLearn about the history and importance of these iconic rugs in a beautiful Riad setting. Boucharouite Rugs are Moroccan "rag rugs" originally designed as a less expensive substitute to wool, the weavers used strips of old clothing to create bright, abstract designs
A pretty little Riad that has been converted into a Perfume Museum. Discover essential facts about the most important scents in Morocco. You can even work with Amina there to design your own special fragrance to take with you
13 locals recommend
Musee du Parfum
Rue Diour SabounA pretty little Riad that has been converted into a Perfume Museum. Discover essential facts about the most important scents in Morocco. You can even work with Amina there to design your own special fragrance to take with you
Sightseeing
Tops sights to see outside of our Medina neighborhood
One of the most important a beautiful historical monuments in Marrakech. A former government palace, it consists of sprawling courtyards, meeting rooms, residences, gardens, and even a former harem! Fine examples of classic Moroccan architecture and craftsmanship. We recommend that you visit with one of our trusted guides for the best and most educational experiences
354 locals recommend
Bahia Palace
Rue Riad Zitoun el JdidOne of the most important a beautiful historical monuments in Marrakech. A former government palace, it consists of sprawling courtyards, meeting rooms, residences, gardens, and even a former harem! Fine examples of classic Moroccan architecture and craftsmanship. We recommend that you visit with one of our trusted guides for the best and most educational experiences
Located close to the Palais Bahia, Palais Badii is a 16th century Saadian palace that was unfortunately ruined by a later Moroccan Dynasty. What remains is still quite beautiful and it's an opportunity to walk back further in time, view the remaining Mosaics, and climb the stairs for an amazing view of the Atlas Mountains nearby. We recommend that you visit with one of our trusted Medina guides for the best experience
216 locals recommend
El Badi Palace
Ksibat NhassLocated close to the Palais Bahia, Palais Badii is a 16th century Saadian palace that was unfortunately ruined by a later Moroccan Dynasty. What remains is still quite beautiful and it's an opportunity to walk back further in time, view the remaining Mosaics, and climb the stairs for an amazing view of the Atlas Mountains nearby. We recommend that you visit with one of our trusted Medina guides for the best experience
The MOST popular tourist destination in Marrakech. You can purchase a package ticket to visit the beautiful Berber Museum inside and the Yves Saint Laurent museum next door. We recommend you arrive by 9am to miss the crush of bus crowds and do some great boutique shopping in the neighborhood afterwards
585 locals recommend
Jardin Majorelle
Rue Yves Saint LaurentThe MOST popular tourist destination in Marrakech. You can purchase a package ticket to visit the beautiful Berber Museum inside and the Yves Saint Laurent museum next door. We recommend you arrive by 9am to miss the crush of bus crowds and do some great boutique shopping in the neighborhood afterwards
You can explore the Medina (historical sites, shopping) on your own, but we recommend that you allow us to book at least a half or full day tour with one of our experienced guides. They will educate you on the culture, local life, and history to provide more insights into what makes Marrakech special
11 locals recommend
Médina Marrakech
You can explore the Medina (historical sites, shopping) on your own, but we recommend that you allow us to book at least a half or full day tour with one of our experienced guides. They will educate you on the culture, local life, and history to provide more insights into what makes Marrakech special
Recommended Restaurants
Great places for lunch or dinner in the Medina. Most are within a 10-15 minute walk of Maison 28. These are my favorites!
One of the best restaurants and rooftops. I go here often for lunch and dinner. The food is always delicious, nice staff, and the view is amazing
9 locals recommend
L'mida Marrakech
78 Rahba LakdimaOne of the best restaurants and rooftops. I go here often for lunch and dinner. The food is always delicious, nice staff, and the view is amazing
Very close to Maison 28, you will find this oasis of green (tiles and plants) in a garden courtyard setting. The food is really amazing and it's great for both lunch and dinner!
12 locals recommend
LE JARDIN
Very close to Maison 28, you will find this oasis of green (tiles and plants) in a garden courtyard setting. The food is really amazing and it's great for both lunch and dinner!
A great place for lunch or dinner in the famous Spice Square for healthy dishes inspired by Moroccan cuisine. Many vegetarian options available
70 locals recommend
Nomad
1 Derb Aarjane, MedinaA great place for lunch or dinner in the famous Spice Square for healthy dishes inspired by Moroccan cuisine. Many vegetarian options available
A great combination of both tasty Moroccan-inspired dishes and classic English dishes. This restaurant is just 5 minutes from Maison 28, with very good service. *serves alcohol
6 locals recommend
Le Trou Au Mur
A great combination of both tasty Moroccan-inspired dishes and classic English dishes. This restaurant is just 5 minutes from Maison 28, with very good service. *serves alcohol
Casual dining with fresh, delicious dishes and a cute atmosphere. This is a local favorite for lunch nearby
11 locals recommend
Atay Cafe Food
Route Sidi AbdelazizCasual dining with fresh, delicious dishes and a cute atmosphere. This is a local favorite for lunch nearby
Another great restaurant for dinner close to Maison 28 in a beautiful atmosphere that also offers a rooftop terrace *and alcohol
69 locals recommend
Le Foundouk
Another great restaurant for dinner close to Maison 28 in a beautiful atmosphere that also offers a rooftop terrace *and alcohol
A very pretty courtyard restaurant nearby that offers both Moroccan and freshly made Italian pastas and good salads. Good for when you get tired of Moroccan flavors ;)
41 locals recommend
I limoni
40 Rue Diour SabounA very pretty courtyard restaurant nearby that offers both Moroccan and freshly made Italian pastas and good salads. Good for when you get tired of Moroccan flavors ;)
Nice rooftop dining for lunch or dinner close to Maison 28, in the heart of the souks. Nice, varied menu and *serves alcohol.
16 locals recommend
Terrasse des épices
Nice rooftop dining for lunch or dinner close to Maison 28, in the heart of the souks. Nice, varied menu and *serves alcohol.
Rooftop Sunset Dining
Enjoy dinner and possibly drinks while you catch one on Marrakech’s iconic sunsets
High end dining and drinking on the rooftop of this famous Riad hotel. Enjoy a lovely view of the Koutoubia Mosque from here
17 locals recommend
El Fenn
High end dining and drinking on the rooftop of this famous Riad hotel. Enjoy a lovely view of the Koutoubia Mosque from here
Fun, hip, upscale restaurant with good food and a view of the Koutoubia Mosque. *serves alcohol
34 locals recommend
KABANA ROOFTOP FOOD & COCKTAILS
1 Rue Lalla Fatima ZahraFun, hip, upscale restaurant with good food and a view of the Koutoubia Mosque. *serves alcohol
A new, hip spot in Marrakech that offers interesting dishes AND cocktails, with a great sunset view over the Medina
Rooftop Dardar Restaurant
4 Riad Zitoun LakdimA new, hip spot in Marrakech that offers interesting dishes AND cocktails, with a great sunset view over the Medina
A more casual place for rooftop dining, close to Maison 28 *serves alcohol
64 locals recommend
Cafe Árabe
184 Rue MouassineA more casual place for rooftop dining, close to Maison 28 *serves alcohol
Pamper Yourself in Marrakech
Our favorite intimate spa experience for a delicious Moroccan hammer and massage. The staff will take excellent care of you and you will find this just a few minutes walking from Maison 28
FARNATCHI SPA
60 Souk Ahl FesOur favorite intimate spa experience for a delicious Moroccan hammer and massage. The staff will take excellent care of you and you will find this just a few minutes walking from Maison 28
Another beautiful spa experience in Marrakech-great for larger groups or just the two of you! They offer a range of spa packages and facials. Just 10 minutes walk from Maison 28
12 locals recommend
Hammam de la Rose
130Another beautiful spa experience in Marrakech-great for larger groups or just the two of you! They offer a range of spa packages and facials. Just 10 minutes walk from Maison 28
Splurge on a $$$ but most delicious cup of freshly poured coffee and delicious nibbles in this famous coffee restaurant located in the restored 18th century palace of the Glaoui (the Moroccan governor during the French occupation. Besides the coffee, you can enjoy the exquisite mosaic zellige tile and carved wood throughout the patio areas. It really is worth it!
20 locals recommend
Bacha Coffee
Route Sidi AbdelazizSplurge on a $$$ but most delicious cup of freshly poured coffee and delicious nibbles in this famous coffee restaurant located in the restored 18th century palace of the Glaoui (the Moroccan governor during the French occupation. Besides the coffee, you can enjoy the exquisite mosaic zellige tile and carved wood throughout the patio areas. It really is worth it!
Dinner with Belly Dancing Show
Good food and candlelit ambiance in a beautiful old Riad in the Medina. A full Moroccan menu and bar with a very good belly dancing show around the tables around 9pm
13 locals recommend
Le Tanjia
Good food and candlelit ambiance in a beautiful old Riad in the Medina. A full Moroccan menu and bar with a very good belly dancing show around the tables around 9pm
A classic restaurant/club in the Hivernage area of Marrakech in an opulent setting with a full Belly Dancing show included around 9:30-10. There is also a shisha bar upstairs
125 locals recommend
كومبتوار دارنا
Avenue EchouhadaA classic restaurant/club in the Hivernage area of Marrakech in an opulent setting with a full Belly Dancing show included around 9:30-10. There is also a shisha bar upstairs
Places for Pool and Lunch
Located about 20 minutes drive from the Medina, the Beldi Country Club is a great day escape. You can enjoy relaxing by the pool and dining alfresco with bar options. There is also a very nice spa here, and lots of boutique shopping throughout the grounds. We can arrange private transportation to get you here
30 locals recommend
Beldi Country Club
Located about 20 minutes drive from the Medina, the Beldi Country Club is a great day escape. You can enjoy relaxing by the pool and dining alfresco with bar options. There is also a very nice spa here, and lots of boutique shopping throughout the grounds. We can arrange private transportation to get you here
Ouasiria is a water park with many different pool and slide options. It's great for groups and there are many food options plus a restaurant next door that offers alcohol. It's about 15 minutes drive outside the Medina and we can arrange transport for you.
102 locals recommend
Oasiria
Ouasiria is a water park with many different pool and slide options. It's great for groups and there are many food options plus a restaurant next door that offers alcohol. It's about 15 minutes drive outside the Medina and we can arrange transport for you.