Marrakech Private Custom Tour with a Local: Highlights & Gems

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2 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

See Marrakech through the eyes of someone who calls it home on a private experience that blends the city’s best-known sights with its hidden corners. From the vibrant pulse of Jemaa el-Fnaa to the calm courtyards tucked behind the medina walls, every moment flows naturally around your pace and interests. Guided by your local host, explore landmarks, souks, and quiet squares in a day that feels uniquely yours.

- Explore Marrakech’s landmarks, colorful souks, and quiet courtyards with a private host
- Enjoy a fully customized, flexible experience tailored to your interests and pace
- Discover hidden corners and less-traveled neighborhoods for an authentic, immersive adventure
- A pre-tour online questionnaire ensures your itinerary is entirely unique
- Connect with local culture through spontaneous, genuine, and meaningful encounters

What's Included

Online questionnaire link sent after booking to tailor your experience and match you to a local host
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a private walking experience. Your host will meet you at your selected central hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option. If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

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Meeting point

Morocco’s signature landmark, the Koutoubia Mosque and its surrounding gardens, provide a calmer gathering spot just outside the busiest medina traffic flow. This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed. Your host will meet you outside this iconic landmark.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • Marrakech (Pass by)

    See Marrakech through the eyes of someone who calls it home—uncovering its hidden gems, rich culture, and untold stories with a passionate local by your side. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, designed around you, full of authentic moments and unforgettable discoveries. Before your adventure begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can craft an itinerary that reflects your interests—whether it’s exploring architectural landmarks, tasting local flavors, or finding tucked-away treasures only locals know. Here are some highlights to spark your curiosity:

    Admission ticket free
  • Koutoubia Mosque (Pass by)

    Begin your day outside Marrakech’s best-known mosque. Hear the stories behind this 12th-century landmark, then enjoy a quiet stroll through the adjacent gardens.

    Admission ticket free
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa (Pass by)

    Step into the city’s central square, alive with performers, storytellers, and vendors. Then slip into surrounding alleys for a more intimate look at local daily life.

    Admission ticket free
  • Souk Semmarine (Pass by)

    Navigate a maze of market lanes bursting with color and craft. From leatherwork and lanterns to spices and fabrics, this is Marrakech at its most vibrant.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bahia Palace (Pass by)

    Visit a palace known for its mosaic-tiled courtyards and tranquil gardens. Learn how its architecture reflects the elegance of Morocco’s historic design.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mellah (Pass by)

    Walk through the Jewish Quarter, where narrow streets and small workshops reveal another side of the city’s layered cultural identity.

    Admission ticket free
  • Le Jardin Secret (Pass by)

    End the experience in a peaceful garden tucked behind medina walls. Take in its symmetry, stillness, and subtle contrast to the buzz of the city beyond.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
Supplied by City Unscripted

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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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