Museums and Art Galleries in Morocco

DELVE INTO PROFUSE MOROCCAN CULTURE

As you travel through Morocco, you discover a land of art and history. Everywhere, heritage seamlessly blends to form a rich and varied culture preserved by museums and art galleries. Several Moroccan cities brim with treasures. Enough to fuel up your imagination.

Rabat, a booming metropolis between tradition and modernity

Mohamed VI Museum

In Rabat, many institutes celebrate, as in many Moroccan cities, traditional rituals and new creations. At the Mohammed VI Museum, you’ll discover artefacts of modern artists such as those of Giacometti, exhibited in 2016.

Museum of History and Civilization

The Museum of History and Civilization reveals the richness of Morocco's long-lasting history, from prehistoric times to the Islamic era. Let your steps guide you through the archaeological discoveries of Volubilis, Thamusida and Vanessa.

The Médersa Mérinide of Salé

The remains of the Merinids are spread all over the city of Salé, the Rabat sister city, amongst which the famous Merinid Médersa. It’s both an architectural and historical museum, which symbolizes two fundamental pillars of the culture of this dynasty: architecture and the learning of Islam and science.

Marrakech, a multicultural imperial city

Bahia Palace

Inside the ochre city stands a palace that charms its visitors by its natural beauty. More than a cultural place, the palace is a living brochure of Moroccan Islamic architecture. A masterpiece that combines bright colours, the art of zellige and marble, lush gardens and appealing stories.

Berber Museum

Venture into the Amazigh museum, the former workshop of Pierre Bergé and Yves Saint Laurent located inside the walls of the Majorelle garden, where emblatic Amazigh artefacts are on display : ornaments, jewelry, costumes and ceremonial utensils.

Yves Saint Laurent Museum

The Yves Saint Laurent Museum is the cultural capital of the Ochre city and pays tribute to the famous couturier who revolutionized the world of fashion. It is an absolute heritage of Yves Saint Laurent as his sketches, creations and photos showcase.

Fez, capital of traditional arts and crafts

Nejjarine ensemble

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Nejjarine Museum is an exceptional selection of wooden handicrafts. From carpentry tools, musical instruments, to rosaries and weapons, the Nejjarine Museum offer you the masterpieces of craftsmanship of Fez.

Museum of History and Civilization

The Museum of History and Civilization reveals the richness of Morocco's long-lasting history, from prehistoric times to the Islamic era. Let your steps guide you through the archaeological discoveries of Volubilis, Thamusida and Vanessa.

Dar Belghazi Museum

Dar Belghazi is a private museum in Fez that belongs to the Belghazi family. A notable Fassi family famous for having art objects. To get a closer look at the reigning culture in Fez, make a tour to discover the jewels, musical instruments and weapons of the 17th century.

Meknes, Versailles of Morocco

Dar Jamaiï Museum

At the Dar Jamaï Palace, an exhibition of traditional arts and crafts from Meknes takes you on a journey exploring one of the cultural aspects of the imperial city of Meknes. Take time inside the museum and contemplate the outstanding architecture inside.

Safi, city of pottery and ceramics

National Museum of Ceramics

Safi, the capital of pottery and ceramics, is home to the National Museum of Ceramics, which offers a rich collection of pottery and ceramics objects from across the country. These ethnographic and archaeological handicrafts come from several Moroccan museums and are intended for donations.

Tangier, cradle of Mediterranean culture

Kasbah Museum

At the Dar Jamaï Palace, an exhibition of traditional arts and crafts from Meknes takes you on a journey exploring one of the cultural aspects of the imperial city of Meknes. Take time inside the museum and contemplate the outstanding architecture inside.