Koutoubia Mosque (Mosquée Koutoubia) Tours and Tickets

Koutoubia Mosques is among Marrakech's most well-known landmarks, featuring a mix of Andalusian and Islamic architecture, and a 250-foot (77-meter) minaret. People come here daily to offer prayers, or for weddings and funerals. It’s also a well-known meeting point for tours of Marrakech.

The interior of Koutoubia Mosque is reserved for Muslims only, but anyone is welcome to visit the surrounding grounds. Tourists can stroll in the rose garden, admire the architecture, and take photos outside of the mosque. It is free to visit and should be on any Marrakech itinerary for first-time visitors.

The Koutoubia Mosque was built in the 12th century. During the French occupation of Morocco, the imperialistic leaders declared that no other buildings could be taller than the Koutoubia Mosque, which is why it remains such an impressive landmark today.

Most tours of Marrakech visit the Koutoubia Mosque, since it is one of the most popular landmarks in the city. Most tours visit the mosque alongside other attractions, such as Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Mosque, and Jemaa el-Fnaa. Self-guided tours are also available if you’d like to explore the mosque at your own pace.

Yes, the Koutoubia Mosque suffered damage in the 2023 earthquake; the earthquake caused large cracks in the minaret, leaving it structurally unsound, and it was closed to the public for several months. After completed restoration works, it’s now open again for visitors and worshipers.

Yes, a visit to the Koutoubia Mosque is worth it—it has layers of history to learn about and is architecturally beautiful. Plus the areas around it are worth exploring, like the rose gardens. Go in the evening and grab a bite at Jemaa el Fnaa after your visit.