Mouassine Museum, Marrakech

Name: Mouassine Museum
Address: Marrakech, Morocco

#34 among attractions in Marrakech

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The Mouassine Museum is a museum in the Mouassine neighbourhood of the historic medina of Marrakesh, Morocco. The museum is housed in a recently restored 16th to 17th-century house which includes an upper-floor apartment known as a douiria. It was recently converted to a Museum of Music, with permanent and temporary exhibits. ()

Coordinates: 31°37'45"N, 7°58'20"W

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Marrakech Morocco

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Mouassine Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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, Shopping, Market
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mouassine Museum?

Nearby attractions include Bab ad-Debbagh, Marrakech (11 min walk), Bab Aghmat, Marrakech (11 min walk), Boucharouite, Marrakech (19 min walk), Maison de la Photographie, Marrakech (19 min walk).

How to get to Mouassine Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mouassine Museum:

Bus

Bab Ghemat • Lines: 13, 20, 6, 7, 9 (11 min walk)
Mellah • Lines: 1 (24 min walk)