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Museum of Marrakesh vs Mellah

Both are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Museum of Marrakesh ranks slightly higher than Mellah. Museum of Marrakesh has a TripExpert Score of 81 with endorsements from 5 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Concierge and Fodor's.

Museum of Marrakesh
Museum of Marrakesh
8 / 10
Place Ben Youssef, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The main reason to come to this small but perfectly formed museum... is not the exhibitions, but rather the stunning central atrium." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Exhibits rotate but concentrate on Moroccan and Islamic arts and crafts."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The former palace now houses temporary contemporary art exhibitions... as well as permanent displays of traditional arts and crafts." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Signposted on the Route de Fes as you head out to the Palmery, this cultural oasis is well worth a detour." Full review
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Benchaabane was responsible for the restoration of the Majorelle Gardens at the request of Yves Saint Laurent in 1998, and the garden designs here clearly reflect his passion for creating beautiful natural spaces.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"While the story of Marrakesh is relived every day on its streets and in the medina, its museums allow you to slow the pace and take stock of it all." Full review
Mellah
Mellah
7 / 10
Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's Fodor's
"As in other Moroccan cities, the Mellah is the old Jewish quarter, once a small, walled-off city within the city." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The present Mellah, renamed Hay Essalam, is much smaller and almost entirely Muslim." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The mellah remains notable for tall mudbrick homes along single-file streets and cross-alley gossip through wrought-iron balconies." Full review
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To see the living legacy of Mellah artisans and spice traders, check out the Place des Ferblantiers, the Grand Bijouterie and the Mellah Market .
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"In addition to the area’s historical importance, you’ll find a good variety of shops here. This is where I go to buy fabrics and beautiful trims and notions." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"You can admire the souks and the Alzama Synagogue in the central courtyard while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. " Full review