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Saadian Tombs (Tombeaux Saadiens)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon, when crowds are light and the low sun brings out the colors of zellij and carved wood.
Budget tips
Entry is about 70 MAD (roughly 6–8 EUR); Moroccan residents and students often get discounts, and there are rarely free days so check current gate prices.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Cultural travelers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Datos rápidos: Step through a low doorway and you'll find dazzling zellij tiles, carved cedar ceilings, and polychrome stucco packed into surprisingly small chambers. A central hall supported by twelve slender marble columns shelters royal cenotaphs, so the space feels more like an intimate family crypt than a sprawling monument.
Destacados: Peek into the Chamber of the Twelve Columns and you'll find Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur's marble cenotaph surrounded by a dozen slender column shafts, the whole room humming with patterns of turquoise and gold. Soft light filters through tiny latticed windows, picking out hairline veining in the stucco and the faint scent of aged cedar so visitors feel transported into a private royal chapel.
Insider tips
- Wear modest clothing and comfortable shoes, the site is small and requires respectful behavior.
- Arrive at opening or an hour before closing to avoid tour groups and get cleaner photos.
- Photograph from the central mausoleum doorway to capture the tiled walls, muqarnas and reflective pools in one frame.
- Keep voices low and avoid flash inside the chambers to protect decorations and maintain atmosphere.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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