Bab Moulay Ismaïl, Meknes

Name: Bab Moulay Ismaïl
Address: Meknes, Morocco

#13 among attractions in Meknes

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Bab Moulay Ismaïl is one of the city gates of Meknes, Morocco. It dates back to the 17th century and was named after Moulay Ismail. ()

Coordinates: 33°53'26"N, 5°33'49"W

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Bab Moulay Ismaïl – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Dar Jamai Museum, Bab el-Khemis, Lalla Aouda Mosque.

0.8 miS
Palace
Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
21 min walk • The Kasbah of Moulay Ismail is a historical citadel located in the heart of Meknes, Morocco. It stands as a monumental legacy of Sultan Moulay Ismail, who made Meknes the capital of Morocco during his reign in the 17th and 18th centuries.
~1400 ftNW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Dar Jamai Museum, Meknes
7 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Meknes, Morocco, the Dar Jamai Museum stands as a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. This ornate palace, transformed into a museum in 1920, was originally built in 1882 by the Jamai family, who were prominent figures...
0.5 miW
City gate
Bab el-Khemis, Meknes
13 min walk • Bab el-Khemis is a significant historical gateway located in the vibrant city of Meknes, Morocco. This imposing gate, whose name translates to "Thursday Gate," stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural prowess that Meknes is known for.
~1630 ftN
Mosque
Lalla Aouda Mosque, Meknes
8 min walk • The Lalla Aouda Mosque is a historical and architectural gem nestled in the heart of Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities. Established in the 18th century during the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismail, this mosque stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious...
~1750 ftNW
Mosque
Grand Mosque of Meknes, Meknes
9 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Meknes is the historic main mosque of the old city of Meknes, Morocco. It is the largest and most important mosque in the old city and one of its oldest monuments.
~1750 ftN
Historical place, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Bou Inania Madrasa, Meknes
9 min walk • The Bou Inania Madrasa is a historic madrasa in the city of Meknes, Morocco. The building, well-preserved thanks to later restorations, is considered an excellent example of the richly-decorated madrasas of the Marinid period.
0.7 miN
Mosque
Bab al-Barda'in, Meknes
17 min walk • Bab al-Barda'in or Bab Berdaïne is the northern gate of the historic medina of Meknes, Morocco.
~110 ftE
33°53'27"N • 5°33'48"W
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
1 min walk • Museum, Historical place
~780 ftNW
33°53'33"N • 5°33'53"W
Bab Mansour, Meknes
4 min walk • City gate, Art gallery, Museum
0.6 miNE
Mosque
Bab Berdieyinne Mosque, Meknes
16 min walk • The Bab Berdieyinne Mosque is a mosque in the old city of Meknes, Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mosque was built in the early 18th century on the orders of Morocco's first female minister, Khnata bent Bakkar, and was constructed of rammed earth.
~1060 ftNW
33°53'35"N • 5°33'56"W
Place Hedim, Meknes
6 min walk • Historical place

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Which popular attractions are close to Bab Moulay Ismaïl?

Nearby attractions include Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Meknes (1 min walk), Bab Mansour, Meknes (4 min walk), Place Hedim, Meknes (6 min walk), Dar Jamai Museum, Meknes (7 min walk).

How to get to Bab Moulay Ismaïl by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab Moulay Ismaïl:

Bus

Terminus Lahdim • Lines: N10, N11, N12, N21, N22, N23, N24, N3, N5, N6, N7, N9 (5 min walk)
Mellah • Lines: N10, N12, N6, N9 (10 min walk)

Train

Meknès - Al Amir Abdelkader (32 min walk)