Bab Ksiba, Marrakech

Name: Bab Ksiba
Address: Marrakech, Morocco

#38 among attractions in Marrakech

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Bab Ksiba is a gate in Marrakech, Morocco. Bab Ksiba and another more famous gate further north, Bab Agnaou, served as entrances to the royal Kasbah in the southern part of the medina of Marrakech, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 31°36'44"N, 7°59'21"W

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Bab Ksiba – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.9 miN
, Shopping, Market
Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakech
24 min walk • At the heart of Marrakech, Morocco, lies the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa, a market square that serves as the pulsating nerve center of the city's historic medina. This vibrant marketplace is an extraordinary blend of chaos and charm, where the rich tapestry of Moroccan...
0.8 miN
12th-century mosque with a garden
Kutubiyya Mosque, Marrakech
22 min walk • The Kutubiyya Mosque stands as a beacon of Islamic architecture and spiritual significance in the bustling city of Marrakech, Morocco. Its name, derived from the Arabic word for "bookseller" (kutubiyyin), pays homage to the book market that once thrived in its vicinity.
0.8 miN
Palace
Dar Moulay Ali, Marrakech
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marrakech, Morocco, Dar Moulay Ali stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and historical significance. This former residence, named after Prince Moulay Ali, a member of the Moroccan royal family, is steeped in architectural...
0.8 miNE
Ornate 19th-century palace complex
Bahia Palace, Marrakech
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marrakech, Morocco, the Bahia Palace stands as a breathtaking example of 19th-century Moroccan architecture, reflecting the grandeur of its era. Built in the late 1800s, this sprawling palace was intended to be the greatest palace of its time...
1.2 miN
Mosque
Mouassine Mosque, Marrakech
32 min walk • The Mouassine Mosque is a beacon of spiritual heritage nestled in the bustling heart of Marrakech, Morocco. This historic mosque, dating back to the 16th century, is a testament to the city's rich architectural history and its enduring Islamic culture.
1.2 miN
Park, Neighbourhood
Dar el Bacha, Marrakech
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marrakech, Morocco, lies the enchanting Dar el Bacha, a historical landmark and a testament to the city's opulent past. This former palace, now a public museum and cultural space, was once the residence of Thami El Glaoui, the Pasha of...
~1870 ftN
Mausoleum, Cemetery, Architecture
Saadian Tombs, Marrakech
10 min walk • The Saadian Tombs are a historic royal necropolis in Marrakesh, Morocco, located on the south side of the Kasbah Mosque, inside the royal kasbah district of the city.
0.7 miNE
Synagogue
Slat al-Azama Synagogue, Marrakech
18 min walk • The Slat al-Azama Synagogue or Lazama Synagogue is one of the best-known synagogues in Marrakesh, Morocco. It is located in the historic Mellah of the old city.
~1940 ftN
Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Bab Agnaou, Marrakech
10 min walk • Bab Agnaou is one of the best-known gates of Marrakesh, Morocco. Its construction is attributed to the Almohad caliph Abu Yusuf Ya'qub al-Mansur and was completed around 1188 or 1190.
0.5 miNE
Ruins of a royal 1500s residence
El Badi Palace, Marrakech
14 min walk • El Badi Palace or Badi' Palace is a ruined palace located in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was commissioned by the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur of the Saadian dynasty a few months after his accession in 1578, with construction and embellishment continuing throughout most of his reign.
0.5 miNE
Mosque
Barrima Mosque, Marrakech
13 min walk • The Barrima Mosque is a mosque in Marrakesh, Morocco, attached to the Kasbah and Royal Palace of the city. It was built in the late 18th century by the Alaouite sultan Muhammad ibn Abdallah.

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Which popular attractions are close to Bab Ksiba?

Nearby attractions include Kasbah of Marrakesh, Marrakech (9 min walk), Saadian Tombs, Marrakech (10 min walk), Bab Agnaou, Marrakech (10 min walk), Barrima Mosque, Marrakech (13 min walk).

How to get to Bab Ksiba by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab Ksiba:

Bus

Bab Rob • Lines: 13, 20, 6 (10 min walk)
Sidi Mimoun • Lines: 12, 13, 17, 20, 4, 6 (18 min walk)