Dar El Bacha
Museum of Confluences, Marrakech
Hours of Operation
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed Mondays.
Entrance Fee
Entrance fee is 60 MAD.
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About
Dar El Bacha is a grand early 20th-century palace in the heart of Marrakech's medina. Built in 1910 as the residence of Thami El Glaoui, Pasha of Marrakech, it was restored and reopened in 2017 as the Museum of Confluences — renowned for its intricate zellige tilework, carved cedarwood ceilings, and a courtyard shaded by fragrant orange trees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dar El Bacha free to visit?
No — entrance costs 60 MAD for adults (30 MAD for children under 12, 20 MAD for Moroccan residents, free for residents on Fridays).
What is the best time of day to go?
Arrive right at opening, 9:30 AM, for the best light in the courtyard and the fewest visitors — by midday the museum fills with tour groups. It closes at 6:00 PM, so morning or early afternoon is best.
Is Dar El Bacha safe for visitors?
Yes — it's one of Marrakech's most visited and well-supervised museums. The main thing to watch for is unofficial "guides" outside the gate pushing paid tours; buy your ticket at the official counter or online and feel free to decline unsolicited offers.
Why is Dar El Bacha worth visiting?
Beyond its history as the residence of Pasha Thami El Glaoui, Dar El Bacha sits within the Medina of Marrakesh, which UNESCO inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1985. Since reopening as the Museum of Confluences in 2017, it hosts rotating exhibitions inside its restored zellige-tiled courtyards and carved-cedar reception rooms.