El Glaoui Palace Travel Guide: Top Sights in Morocco, Tours & Travel

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El Glaoui Palace- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Morocco; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The Glaoui Palace, also known as Dar Glaoui, is a monumental example of Moroccan architecture and a reflection of the Glaoui family's prominence in Fez's history. Built at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, it symbolizes the wealth and influence of the Glaoui clan, particularly through figures like Grand Vizier Madani and Pasha Thami. Located in the southwestern district of Fes el-Bali, the palace was initially constructed by Haj Omar Tazi, a finance minister, and later transformed under the Glaoui family's ownership. The estate includes multiple buildings, gardens, and facilities such as hammams and Qur'anic schools, with a grand courtyard featuring a pool and fountains. The palace's interior showcases intricate zellij tilework, carved stucco, and painted wood, representing the zenith of Moroccan craftsmanship.

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Reviews of Dar Glaoui

Dani Rosàs

4
Reviewed: 2024-05-10

Totally underrated. Awesome palace. It is in quite a state of disrepair but it’s a beautiful contrast to the Madrasas that you can visit around town. The guardian is quite the character, just lying down in the entrance. You can see his art in one of the rooms too. Must be an interesting dude to get to know. Don’t miss the second courtyard and enjoy the entire place for yourself! Oh it’s 25 MAD.
Muhammad Abdullah

5
Reviewed: 2023-12-25

A palace in disrepair, but fascinating. It's a place that is rich in unknown history. Makes you think what happened and why hasn't it been refurbished. If only the walls could talk! Worth visiting to see what happens when the tides turn.
Cristiano D'Amico

5
Reviewed: 2023-08-21

Visiting El Glaoui Palace is a trip between the history of a family and discovering the life and art of his owner. The palace, probably one of the oldest in town is fatiscent, without any facilities and in some point unsafe. But for these reasons is fashinating and incredible. 25 dhr
M V

5
Reviewed: 2023-05-16

Unbelieveably beautiful and surprisingly empty - we were only 2 people in the whole place. The guardian working there is a very kind man that is an artist and you can find his paintings inside some of the palace’s rooms. Don’t miss this spot if you’re visiting the medina! Entrance is 25 dirham
Tania Guerra

5
Reviewed: 2022-10-15

Stunning palace without the tourists. Probably the best kept secret in town. Definitely worth visiting. The gatekeeper is also an accomplished artist and exhibits his paintings in one of the rooms.