Ben Youssef Madrasa (Medersa Ben Youssef) Tours and Tickets

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Admission tickets to Ben Youssef Madrasa cost 50 Moroccan dirhams for foreign visitors and 20 dirhams for Moroccan visitors. Child tickets for kids under 12 are 10 dirhams, and it’s 30 dirhams for a large group of 21 people or more. Guided Marrakech walking tours that include a stop at Ben Youssef Madrasa start at around US$12.

Ben Youssef Madrasa is open daily year-round. The site typically opens at 9am and closes at 7pm. During Ramadan, the hours are 9am to 6pm. It can get crowded, so opt for an early morning or late afternoon visit to avoid the busiest times.

While there is no official dress code, Ben Youssef Madrasa is one of Morocco’s most important historic Islamic schools and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so it’s recommended to dress conservatively in accordance with local traditions. Opt for loose clothing that covers your chest, shoulders, and knees.

No, Ben Youssef Madrasa isn’t easily accessible for wheelchairs or those with limited mobility. While it’s possible to access the central courtyard and admire the magnificent Islamic architecture from the ground level, you’ll need to navigate several flights of stairs to explore the upper level of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

While you can take in the highlights during a 30-minute visit, you’ll need at least an hour to explore the madrasa’s many rooms, halls, and courtyards. Guided tours of the madrasa typically take 1.5 hours, affording extra insight into the building’s intricate architecture and unique history.