Meet your guide near Jemaa el-Fna square and dive into the fascinating world of Zellige, the ancestral Moroccan art that adorns the country’s most beautiful palaces and riads! You’ll be welcomed into a traditional workshop filled with the rhythmic sound of hammers to meet Mohamed, a passionate master artisan who will reveal the secrets of his craft. Mohamed will share the history of his trade and the vital role Zellige plays in Moroccan architecture. He will walk you through the entire production process: from firing and glazing the clay tiles to the meticulous hand-cutting and final assembly. It is a true labor of love where every tile passes through many skilled hands before reaching you. Then, it’s time for hands-on practice! After sketching your pattern, you will learn to hand-cut geometric pieces using the traditional marteline (tile hammer). It is a test of precision, patience, and strength that quickly becomes a captivating experience. You will then refine the angles and assemble your creation upside down, following the same traditional technique used in mosques and palaces. You will leave with a unique Zellige masterpiece handcrafted by your own hands, a memory of a true cultural exchange facilitated by your guide and translator.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Experience available in French and English
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Duration: 3 hours
Available every day of the week, in the morning or afternoon.
During Ramadan (February 17 to March 20, 2026), available in the mornings only. - Ages 12 and up.
- Not accessible to people with reduced mobility.
- Included: guide, craftsman, raw materials and equipment needed for the activity, protective apron, your work and a mint tea.
- Not included : Transportation, tips.
PRICES FOR THE ZELLIGE WORKSHOP
Our experiences are private (you won’t be mixed with other people).
1 person: €100.
For 2 people : €65 per person.
For 3 people : €60 per person.
For 4 people or more : €55 per person.
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR ZELLIGE WORKSHOP?
Please specify the date and time slot of your choice at the time of booking.
Wear comfortable clothes so that you're comfortable when you're working (we sit cross-legged most of the time), and clothes that can get dirty (we work with ceramics, so the workshop is a bit dusty)!
In winter, bring a jumper to stay warm during the workshop and avoid catching a cold.
THEY TRIED THE ZELLIGE WORKSHOP
AND THEY SAY IT BETTER THAN WE DO!