The Best of Rabat City Tour!
Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Founded in the 12th century as a fortified town, Rabat is now home to embassies, NGOs, and a thriving diplomatic center. Explore the city’s architectural gems and immerse yourself in its captivating blend of tradition and modernity.
Mohammed V Mausoleum is a significant architectural landmark situated on the opposite side of Yaakub Al Mansour esplanade. It serves as the final resting place for Moroccan King Mohammed V and his two sons, the late King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah. This masterpiece of modern Alaouite dynasty architecture features a striking white silhouette topped with a distinctive green tiled roof, symbolizing the color of Islam. A Quran reader is often present, occupying his designated seat within the mausoleum. Construction of this revered site was completed in 1971, and it became the resting place of King Hassan II after his passing in 1999.
Oudayas Kasbah, located at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, was constructed in the 12th century by the Almohads under the leadership of Al Mahdi Ben Tumurt, originally as a Ribat—a military fortification. Over time, this kasbah became synonymous with the city itself, known as Kasbah Oudayas. It stands as a distinct community within Rabat, recognized for its unique architecture and cultural significance. In 2012, Oudayas Kasbah was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List as part of Rabat’s cultural heritage, highlighting its historical and architectural importance.
The Medina, an integral part of your Rabat City Tour, invites exploration of its ancient ramparts adorned with grand gates and a multitude of artisanal workshops.
Book your Rabat City Tour through puremoroccotous.com, or contact our travel consultants to tailor-made your tour to your preferences!!!
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Meeting Point : Train Station Rabat Agdal |
| DEPARTURE TIME | Afternoon: 14:00 |
| RETURN TIME | Afternoon: 17:00 |
| WEAR | Free clothing |
| INCLUDED | A/C Transportation Tour GuideMonuments’ Fees |
| NOT INCLUDED | Lunch Personal SpendingTipping Non Specified Services |
The Best of Rabat City Tour itinerary :
Pick-up
Pure Morocco tour guide and driver will meet you at the Rabat Agdal Train Station. This visit will lead you to all the major touristic feature of Morocco’s administration capital. Places to visit are:
- Chellah: or Sala Colonia is a necropolis and complex of ancient Roman Mauritania Tingitana and medieval ruins at the outskirts of Rabat, it is the most ancient human settlement on the mouth of the Bou Regreg River.
- Hassan Tower: It’s the minaret of an incomplete mosque, the tower was intended to be the largest minaret in the world along with its mosque but the work stopped just after the death of Yaakub Al Mansour.
- Mohammed V mausoleum: is a historical building located on the opposite side of Yaakub Al Mansour esplanade. It contains the tombs of the Moroccan king Mohammed V and his two sons, late King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah. The building is considered a masterpiece of modern Alaouite dynasty architecture, with its white silhouette, topped by a typical green tiled roof, green being the color of Islam. A reader of the Koran is often present, having his assigned seat. Its construction was completed in 1971. Hassan II was buried there following his death in 1999.
- Oudayyas Kasbah: is a Kasbah at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, it was built in the twelfth century by the Almohads who called it “Al Mahdia” in reference to their leader Al Mahdi Ben Tumurt. Originally this Kasbah was a Ribat (a military defense). And later the Kasbah gave its name to the whole city. Kasbah Ouddayas is a city within a city, a little city apart in Rabat. In 2012 it was inscribed on the list of World Heritage of UNESCO as a cultural asset along with other sites in the city.
- Medina: in the old medina there are a lot of things to be seen, ancient rampart with huge gates, craftsmen shops.
Drop-off
End of the visit.
The Best of Rabat City Tour !
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- Children Policy:
00-05.99: Free of charge
06-11.99: Until 65% discount, depending on the tour
12+: is considered as an adult
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