Why visit
The National Museum of Adornment inside the Oudayas Kasbah explores jewellery, materials and craftsmanship in Moroccan culture. Set aside time for the collections as a separate part of the neighbourhood walk; the objects deserve careful reading and observation.
A brief history
The museum occupies a building constructed under Sultan Moulay Ismail between 1672 and 1694. Following renovation, it opened on 9 January 2023 in its current role as the National Museum of Adornment. The old palace now presents Moroccan jewellery, its materials and uses. The permanent exhibition has five sections and is notably enriched with Amazigh jewellery from King Mohammed VI’s personal collection.
What to discover
Compare textures, workmanship, proportions, motifs and compositions. Read labels to understand techniques and the social and cultural uses of adornment. Do not reduce the objects to their assumed monetary value or treat them simply as accessories.
Route and duration
Allow 45 minutes–1½ hours. Read the introduction, follow the sections and return to a display case for closer study. Continue to the Andalusian Garden and Kasbah lanes if desired, checking each place’s conditions separately.
Location, hours and prices
The museum is inside the Kasbah. FNM lists 10 am–6 pm, closed Tuesdays. Admission is 30 DH for Moroccan adults, 15 DH for Moroccans under 18 and 60 DH for foreign visitors. Check official free-admission schemes and required documents.
Arrival and accessibility
Plan your arrival on Maps and leave time to reach the entrance through the neighbourhood. Confirm any particular route or access facilities with FNM on 05 30 67 60 81.
Children and gallery rules
Compare two objects or look for a motif with children. A few understood discoveries are better than reading every label. Respect display cases and photography rules. A nearby garden or café offers a possible break, but refreshments or another visit are not automatically included in admission.
Frequently asked questions
This Oudayas museum specialises in adornment and is separate from the city-centre Mohammed VI Museum. You can visit the neighbourhood without the museum. The collections add depth to a walk for those interested in craftsmanship.
Sources and review date
Reference information reviewed on 14 October 2026. Visit durations and routes are editorial suggestions. Hours and prices can change; check the source before travelling.