Borj Nord Museum Travel Guide: Top Sights in Morocco, Tours & Travel

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Borj Nord Museum- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Morocco; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

Borj Nord, built in 1582 by Sultan Ahmad al-Mansour of the Saadi dynasty, was a key defensive fortress overlooking Fez, influenced by 16th-century Portuguese military architecture. Originally constructed to control the city and defend against external threats, it later underwent modifications under the Alaouites, reflecting the evolution of military design. Since 1963, it has housed the Museum of Arms, featuring around 5,000 weapons from 35 countries, including Moroccan-crafted arms and the massive Saadian cannon from the Battle of Three Kings. A major restoration in 2003 preserved both the structure and its extensive collection, making it a valuable site for understanding Morocco’s military history.

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Reviews of Borj Nord Museum

David Dion

4
Reviewed: 2023-04-05

Very nice museum and a lot of history of the country covered. Definitely a must to visit, especially on a hot day as it is pretty chilled inside. Highly recommended.
Julien van der waal

5
Reviewed: 2022-05-20

Very cool fort with an impressive weapon museum inside with warfare related objects from all over the world. the view from the fort's walls is also great. Definitely recommendable to visit
Ken Weary

4
Reviewed: 2019-04-07

Built in 1582 this Borj was one of a handful of protective walled structures built around the Medina to protect it from invaders. The structure is incredibly well persevered and now houses a collection of arms (swords, guns, cannons armor, etc.) that were predominantly made in the region. Admission is 10 each for adults. Warning, there are lots of signs but none in English. I highly recommend the audio tour if you don't speak French or Arabic. Also, this is not a museum young children are likely to enjoy. My favorite part of the tour was the amazing view from the top (it is also where the bathrooms are located).
Angela M.H

4
Reviewed: 2018-12-01

This castle is worth of visit, because the panoramic view to the old Medina and surrounding, I suggest the visitors had better start the tour early in the morning that's gonna make a gorgeous day! In the exhibition we saw a serial weapons display through the major war-period of times in Morocco. What a complicated feeling to learn that people has invested so much efforts and dedicated their live to destroy one another.
Matt Clarke

4
Reviewed: 2018-07-29

Lots of interesting weapons and armor to see. All the writing and descriptions are in French and Arabic, but the audio guide is in English. We just walked around and enjoyed the sights. There are nice private bathrooms and there are amazing views from the rooftop as well. Overall an interesting place to spend an hour or two.