Things to Do in Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakesh

Jemaa el-Fnaa is home to the Koutoubia Mosque, a large 12th-century Almohad-style mosque with a plaza, gardens, and fountain. This microhood is known for its bridges and structures.

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Top things to do in Jemaa el-Fnaa

Jemaa el-Fnaa
★ 4.3 · 51.3k
Plaza★
A busy gathering spot, this landmark square features market & food stalls & a variety of performers.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Koutoubia Mosque
★ 4.5 · 18.3k
Landmark★
This large 12th-century Almohad-style mosque features a plaza with gardens & a fountain.
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Souk Semmarine
★ 4.4 · 5.9k
Bazaar★
Bustling market offering everything from colorful clothing & fabrics to antiques, food & spices.
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Almoravid Koubba
Monument★
12th-century domed building famous for being the last remaining example of Almoravid architecture.
Mon–Fri
8:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Yves Saint Laurent Museum
★ 4.0 · 5.5k
Museum★
Cubed, brickwork museum paying homage to Yves Saint Laurent with a café, bookshop & auditorium.
Mon–Tue
10 AM – 6 PM
Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Marrakech Museum
★ 4.0 · 2.5k
Art Museum★
Museum with Moroccan decorative objects including jewelry & ceramics, plus coins & contemporary art.
Every day
9:30 AM – 6 PM
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Le Jardin Secret
★ 4.2 · 12.8k
Botanical Garden★
Elegant, ornate 19th-century palace complex with traditional Islamic gardens, plus a shop & cafe.
Every day
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
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Mouassine Museum
★ 4.7 · 732
Art Museum
Museum of decorative objects, music & other traditional forms of Moroccan creative arts.
Every day
10 AM – 7 PM
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Aromatimri
★ 4.8 · 181
Specialty Store
A shop in the Medina, it offers high-quality argan oil, body lotions, soaps, perfumes, and prickly pear seed oil cream.
Every day
10 AM – 10:30 PM
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Moroccan Culinary Arts Museum
★ 4.8 · 1.1k
Museum· $$
A museum of Moroccan culinary arts, it offers tours about traditional dishes and regions, along with cooking classes for tagine and other local foods.
Every day
9 AM – 6 PM
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Riad Yima
Art Gallery
A riad, art gallery, and tearoom close to the spices square, it features the pop art of Hassan Hajjaj across three floors and a terrace.
Every day
10 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Jemaa el-Fnaa

Naranj
★ 4.7 · 5.0k
Lebanese· MAD 100–300
Come and discover the varied dishes you can find on our menu and treat yourself on the delicious Lebanese flavors in the middle of Marrakech.
Mon–Fri
12:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
12:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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L'mida Marrakech
★ 4.6 · 3.6k
Moroccan· MAD 150–350
A restaurant in Marrakech known for its rooftop terrace with city views, offering a blend of modern and Moroccan style, traditional dishes, pasta, and burgers.
Every day
12 PM – 10:30 PM
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Mandala Society - Koutoubia - Marrakech
★ 4.7 · 393
Breakfast· MAD 100–300
A warm and responsible place in Marrakech offering ethical and committed cuisine, including organic homemade coffee and healthy, vegan-friendly bites.
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Cocktail Bar Caravan, Marrakech
★ 4.9 · 1.7k
Cocktail Bar· MAD 100–400
A cocktail bar and speakeasy in Marrakech's Bistro Arabe, it offers live jazz sessions and a blend of jazz and Oriental themes.
Every day
5:30 PM – 12 AM
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La Pergola & Le bistro Arabe
★ 4.8 · 39.0k
Bistro· $$
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