Bab el-Mrissa, Rabat

Name: Bab el-Mrissa
Address: Rabat, Morocco

#34 among attractions in Rabat

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Bab el-Mrissa, also known as Bab al-Mellah, is a gate in the city of Salé, Morocco. The gate was commissioned by the Marinid sultan Abu Yusuf Yaqub ibn Abd Al-Haqq between 1270—1280. It is one of the largest as well as the oldest gates in Morocco, and the main landmarks of the city. ()

Local name: باب المريسى Elevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°1'60"N, 6°49'10"W

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Bab el-Mrissa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower, Kasbah of the Udayas, Moulay Slimane Mosque.

0.7 miS
Richly ornate Alaouite-style mausoleum
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat
19 min walk • The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a historical and architectural marvel situated in the heart of Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. This mausoleum serves as the final resting place for three significant figures in Moroccan history: King Mohammed V, his son King Hassan...
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Ancient, unfinished tower of a mosque
Hassan Tower, Rabat
17 min walk • The Hassan Tower, a majestic minaret standing sentinel in the city of Rabat, Morocco, is an emblematic landmark that speaks of the country's storied past. Rising to an impressive height of 44 meters (about half of its intended 86 meters), this incomplete yet...
0.9 miW
City wall, Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Kasbah of the Udayas, Rabat
24 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the Bou Regreg River, the Kasbah of the Udayas is an ancient fortress that stands guard at the entrance to Morocco's capital, Rabat. This historic citadel, with its formidable city walls, is a testament to the rich heritage and strategic...
1.2 miSW
Mosque
Moulay Slimane Mosque, Rabat
32 min walk • The Moulay Slimane Mosque, a mysterious gem of Islamic architecture, rises amidst the narrow streets and bustle of Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Although it may not be as famous as other mosques in the country, it still constitutes an important religious...
1.3 miSW
Church
St. Peter's Cathedral, Rabat
33 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, St. Peter's Cathedral stands as a stunning example of early 20th-century religious architecture. This Roman Catholic cathedral, a beacon of spirituality amidst the bustling streets, represents a harmonious blend of...
0.6 miSE
Theater
Grand Theatre of Rabat, Rabat
15 min walk • The Grand Theatre of Rabat is a large performing arts center under construction in Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. The building is designed by Zaha Hadid and her architectural firm Zaha Hadid Architects. Planning began for the project in 2010 and construction officially started on October 7, 2014.
1.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Cafe
Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Rabat
37 min walk • The Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, abbreviated MMVI, is a contemporary and modern art museum in Rabat, Morocco which opened in 2014. It is one of fourteen museums of the National Foundation of Museums of Morocco. The museum curates modern and contemporary Moroccan and international art.
0.7 miSW
Synagogue
Rabbi Shalom Zaoui synagogue, Rabat
18 min walk • The Rabbi Shalom Zaoui Synagogue is a synagogue located in the Mellah of the medina of Rabat, Morocco. The synagogue is located near Bab Diouana and contiguous to the Andalusian wall of the medina. It was named after Rabbi Shalom Zaoui who was respected and revered by his community, as it used to be his house.
1 miW
Mosque
Great Mosque of Salé, Rabat
25 min walk • The Great Mosque of Salé is a mosque in Salé, Morocco. Covering an area of 5,070 m2, it is the third-largest mosque in Morocco, and was originally built between 1028 and 1029. It has been destroyed and rebuilt several times since the original construction.
1.2 miNE
City, Area
Salé, Rabat
30 min walk • Salé is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the right bank of the Bou Regreg river, opposite the national capital Rabat, for which it serves as a commuter town.
1.5 miSW
34°0'55"N • 6°49'58"W
Musée National d'Art Contemporain de Rabat, Rabat
38 min walk • Museum, Art museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Bab el-Mrissa?

Nearby attractions include Grand Theatre of Rabat, Rabat (15 min walk), Hassan Tower, Rabat (17 min walk), Rabbi Shalom Zaoui synagogue, Rabat (18 min walk), Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat (19 min walk).

How to get to Bab el-Mrissa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab el-Mrissa:

Tram

Bab Lamrissa باب لمريسة • Lines: 1, 2 (2 min walk)
Gare de Salé محطة القطار سلا • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)

Bus

Pont Hassan II • Lines: 10, 2, 206, 23, 24, 24U, 26, 4, 5 (5 min walk)
Avenue Fes • Lines: 21 (5 min walk)

Train

Gare Sale Ville محطة سلا المدينة (12 min walk)
محطة الرباط المدينة (38 min walk)