Maison de la Photographie

Overview

Houses over 10,000 vintage photographs documenting Moroccan life from 1870 to 1960 in a restored medina riad.

Highlights

• Glass-plate negatives: Original 19th-century plates showing tribal portraits and landscapes.
• Rooftop café: 360° views of the medina and Atlas peaks—one of the best viewpoints.
• Film screenings: Rare archival films of 1920s Morocco.

History

Founded in 2009 by Patrick Manac'h and Hamid Mergani from estate sales and private collections.

Visitor Tips

• Don't skip the roof: The café alone is worth the entrance fee.
• Entrance fee: 50 MAD (~€5).
• Duration: 30–45 minutes.