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Badi Palace

📍 Ksibat Nhass, Kasbah quarter, Marrakech (about 500 m from Bahia Palace)

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Quick Facts

Location: Morocco, Marrakech
Category: Castle & Fortress
Duration: About 1-1.5 hours
Opening Hours: Daily 9:00-17:00 (during Ramadan it closes as early as 15:00)
Ticket Price: About 70 dirhams (Moroccan residents and students benefit from a reduced rate of about 30 dirhams - separate local/foreigner rates)
Address: Ksibat Nhass, Kasbah quarter, Marrakech (about 500 m from Bahia Palace)
Coordinates: 31.6182, -7.9865

Introduction

El Badi Palace in the Kasbah quarter of Marrakech is a vast 16th-century palace built by Sultan Ahmed al-Mansur of the Saadian dynasty, once celebrated for its lavishness and enormous scale. Later stripped of its building materials by the Alaouite dynasty, it now stands in ruin; today visitors can wander the wide courtyard, four surviving pavilions, underground passages and ramparts, admire the exquisite Koutoubia Mosque minbar (pulpit) kept in the basement, and climb the walls for views over the medina and the Atlas Mountains.

✨ Highlights

Ruined 16th-century Saadian palace

At Badi Palace, Ruined 16th-century Saadian palace is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Climb the ramparts for views over the medina and Atlas Mountains

At Badi Palace, Climb the ramparts for views over the medina and Atlas Mountains is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Koutoubia Mosque minbar collection and underground passages

At Badi Palace, Koutoubia Mosque minbar collection and underground passages is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：Daily 9:00-17:00 (during Ramadan it closes as early as 15:00)

→Ticket Information：About 70 dirhams (Moroccan residents and students benefit from a reduced rate of about 30 dirhams - separate local/foreigner rates)

→Transportation：In the Kasbah quarter south of the medina; walkable from the Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Daily 9:00-17:00 (during Ramadan it closes as early as 15:00); admission: About 70 dirhams (Moroccan residents and students benefit from a reduced rate of about 30 dirhams - separate local/foreigner rates).

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Badi Palace?

Daily 9:00-17:00 (during Ramadan it closes as early as 15:00)

How much is the admission for Badi Palace?

About 70 dirhams (Moroccan residents and students benefit from a reduced rate of about 30 dirhams - separate local/foreigner rates)

Any practical tips for visiting Badi Palace?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Daily 9:00-17:00 (during Ramadan it closes as early as 15:00); admission: About 70 dirhams (Moroccan residents and students benefit from a reduced rate of about 30 dirhams - separate local/foreigner rates). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.