House of Photography in Marrakech Travel Guide: Top Sights in

⁰

House of Photography in Marrakech- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Morocco; 5 Reviews

+2 Photos

Suggested Duration: 3 hours

La Maison de la Photographie in Marrakech, established in 2009, serves as a key cultural archive showcasing Morocco's history through photography. Its collection, spanning from 1860 to 1960, features vintage photographs, glass plates, postcards, maps, and periodicals, many donated by prominent collectors like Daniel Chicault, Ana Muller, and Jean Pierre Evrad. Located in the historic medina, the museum offers a comprehensive look at Morocco's visual history, emphasizing its cultural diversity through rotating exhibitions. The museum also actively engages with the community through itinerant displays and collaborations, providing a deeper understanding of Morocco's evolving identity.

Operators offering tours in Morocco

Attractions in Marrakech

Jemaa el-Fnaa

3.8

Koutoubia Mosque

4.6

Bahia Palace

4.4

Jardin Majorelle

4.6

Saadian Tombs

3.4

El Badi Palace

4.4

Medresa Ben Youssef

Yves Saint Laurent Museum

4.6

Reviews of House of Photography in Marrakech

Lola

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-24

What a great museum! It was very interesting to see how Marrakesh looked like back in the days. Some incredible pictures and stories of people as well. Would highly recommend visiting! They have also a nice rooftop serving refreshing drinks.
Tom Groves

4
Reviewed: 2024-07-16

Cool little photography gallery within the medina. Showcase of historic photos of Morocco, including Marrakesh, Tangier, Fes and more. There is a roof terrace cafe with food and drink also. Entry is 50 MAD
Ivan Phillips

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-13

Fantastic building with lots of history through photography by various artists. A must-see location in Marrakesh with breath taking rooftop views. You have to pay around 100 to 150Dirham to have access.
Miles Macdonald

4
Reviewed: 2024-05-11

Great collection of photos, alot from the early 1900's. Showcasing both people & places of Morocco. Some great portrait photos. Exhibition covers three floors and there's a nice caffe on the rooftop which would give you fine views of the Atlas Mountains on a clear day, unfortunately too much cloud today. Like so many museums I find it frustrating that the glass in the photo frames creates back reflection. Can't someone invent Non reflecting glass !!! This was not the case with the backlite Autochromes.
ma

4
Reviewed: 2024-04-13

Small black and white photography museum with a nicely curated collection of photos providing a glimpse of the history of Morocco. Many photos are very powerful and the video that’s playing is also extremely interesting. The photos are on three floors and you can access the rooftop restaurant at the end to rest and have a mint tea. You might spend no more than 45-60min for your visit but that depends on your love for history and photography. It is one of our favorite places to visit in Marrakech.