Ben Youssef Madrasa, Marrakech

Name: Ben Youssef Madrasa
Address: Souk Ahl Fes, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
Telephone: +212 5243-90719

#12 among attractions in Marrakech

Architecture, Historical place, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The Ben Youssef Madrasa is an Islamic madrasa in Marrakesh, Morocco. Functioning today as a historical site, the Ben Youssef Madrasa was the largest Islamic college in Morocco at its height. The madrasa is named after the adjacent Ben Youssef Mosque founded by the Almoravid Sultan Ali ibn Yusuf. The madrasa building which stands today was commissioned by the Sa'di Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib, following a style established during the earlier Marinid period. ()

Local name: مدرسة ابن يوسف Coordinates: 31°37'56"N, 7°59'9"W

Address

Souk Ahl FesMarrakech 40000 Morocco

Contact

+212 5243-90719

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Day trips

Ben Youssef Madrasa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jemaa el-Fnaa, Kutubiyya Mosque, Dar Moulay Ali, Bahia Palace.

0.5 miS
, Shopping, Market
Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakech
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0.7 miSW
12th-century mosque with a garden
Kutubiyya Mosque, Marrakech
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0.7 miSW
Palace
Dar Moulay Ali, Marrakech
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0.8 miS
Ornate 19th-century palace complex
Bahia Palace, Marrakech
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~1350 ftSW
Mosque
Mouassine Mosque, Marrakech
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0.4 miW
Park, Neighbourhood
Dar el Bacha, Marrakech
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0.6 miNW
Mosque
Zawiya of Sidi Bel Abbes, Marrakech
15 min walk • Nestled within the bustling streets of Marrakech, Morocco, lies the Zawiya of Sidi Bel Abbes, a sanctuary dedicated to one of the most venerated saints in Moroccan history. This spiritual landmark serves as both a monument to the revered Sufi figure, Sidi Bel Abbes...
1 miS
Mausoleum, Cemetery, Architecture
Saadian Tombs, Marrakech
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~230 ftS
Museum of Moroccan art and history
Marrakech Museum, Marrakech
2 min walk • The Museum of Marrakech is a historic palace and museum located in the old center of Marrakesh, Morocco. In addition to its notable architecture, the museum's collection showcases various historic art objects and contemporary art from Morocco.
~740 ftNW
Fountain
Shrob ou shouf fountain, Marrakech
4 min walk • The Shrob ou shouf fountain is a historic wall fountain in the medina of Marrakech, Morocco. It dates from the late 16th or early 17th century and is located near the Ben Youssef Madrasa.
0.6 miW
Mosque
Bab Doukkala Mosque, Marrakech
16 min walk • The Bab Doukkala Mosque is a major neighbourhood mosque in Marrakesh, Morocco, dating from the 16th century. It is named after the nearby city gate, Bab Doukkala, in the western city walls. It is also known as the al-Hurra Mosque.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Ben Youssef Madrasa open?

Ben Youssef Madrasa is open:

Monday 10 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
Friday 10 am - 10 pm
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Ben Youssef Madrasa?

Nearby attractions include Marrakech Museum, Marrakech (2 min walk), Ben Youssef Mosque, Marrakech (2 min walk), Almoravid Qubba, Marrakech (3 min walk), Maison de la Photographie, Marrakech (3 min walk).

How to get to Ben Youssef Madrasa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ben Youssef Madrasa:

Bus

Hôpital Antaki • Lines: 2 (8 min walk)
Riad Laarous • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)