Dar Si Said
National Museum of Weaving and Carpets, Marrakech
Current Status
Temporarily closed since the September 2023 earthquake — no confirmed reopening date.
Hours of Operation
Daily, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, once reopened.
Entrance Fee
30 MAD for adults, once reopened.
About
Dar Si Said is a late 19th-century palace in Marrakech's medina, built between 1894 and 1900 for Si Sa'id ibn Musa, vizier and minister of defense under his brother, Grand Vizier Ba Ahmad. Renovated and reopened in 2018 as the National Museum of Weaving and Carpets, it's known for its grand reception hall, painted cedarwood ceilings, and a riad garden pavilion echoing the neighboring Bahia Palace. The museum has been temporarily closed since the September 2023 earthquake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dar Si Said open right now?
No — Dar Si Said has been temporarily closed since the September 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, with no confirmed reopening date. Check current status before planning a visit.
How much does it cost to visit?
When open, entrance costs 30 MAD for adults (10 MAD for children under 12 and for Moroccan or foreign residents, free for residents on Fridays).
What is the best time of day to go?
Once reopened, early afternoon tends to be the quietest time to visit, after the morning's tour groups have moved on. Standard hours are daily, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Why is Dar Si Said worth visiting?
Built in 1894–1900 for vizier Si Sa'id ibn Musa, the palace shares its architectural ambition with the neighboring Bahia Palace — a grand reception hall, painted cedarwood ceilings, and a riad garden pavilion. Since 2018 it has housed the National Museum of Weaving and Carpets, displaying around 400 carpets within the Medina of Marrakesh, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.