Sightseeing Guide
Visiting Aït Ben Haddou
Just 30km from Ouarzazate Airport, this UNESCO World Heritage ksar (fortified village) is the most famous earthen architecture site in Morocco.
Updated: August 2026
How to Get There
You can take a Grand Taxi from Ouarzazate (around 20-30 MAD per seat, or 150-200 MAD to hire the whole taxi). The drive takes about 35 minutes. If you have a rental car, the road is excellent and there are parking lots near the river.
Entrance Fees
Entering the main village is completely FREE. However, some individual families charge a small fee (around 10-20 MAD) if you want to walk through their privately maintained traditional houses or climb up their towers for a view.
Best Time to Visit
Aim for early morning (before 10:00 AM) or late afternoon (after 4:00 PM). This helps you avoid the severe midday heat and the massive crowds of tour buses arriving from Marrakech.
Famous Filming Location
Aït Ben Haddou has served as the stunning backdrop for legendary movies and shows, including Gladiator, Game of Thrones (Yunkai), Lawrence of Arabia, and The Mummy.