The triumphal arch
A striking landmark that opens onto the landscape and the ancient city’s main thoroughfare.
MOROCCO · UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
Volubilis.
A story
under the open sky.
Walk through the ancient city. Discover a remarkable chapter of Morocco’s heritage, among mosaics, columns and olive groves.
VOLUBILIS · MOULAY IDRISS ZERHOUN · MOROCCO
Online ticket sales on this site will open soon. Until then, the entry ticket is sold at the site’s ticket office or on the Ministry of Culture’s official portal: 100 MAD per foreign adult, 50 MAD per child aged 7 to 13.
Tickets & prices →Essential facts
Volubilis near Meknès, at the foot of Jebel Zerhoun
World Heritage since 1997 · 42 hectares
VOLUBILIS · وليلي
Your starting point for Volubilis
Explore the heritage and prepare your visit, one step at a time.
History
Time passes. Wonder remains.
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Plan your visit
A few practical tips to make the most of your time in Volubilis.
Read the guide →Tickets
Online ticket sales on this site will open soon. Until then, the entry ticket is sold at the site’s ticket office or on the Ministry of Culture’s official portal: 100 MAD per foreign adult, 50 MAD per child aged 7 to 13.
Read the guide →THE SOUL OF AN ANCIENT CITY
Time passes.
Wonder remains.
Volubilis (وليلي, Oualili) is an archaeological site in Morocco, near Moulay Idriss Zerhoun and Meknès. At the foot of Jebel Zerhoun, it brings together the traces of several civilizations. Its streets, public monuments and richly decorated homes reveal the life of an ancient city in a remarkable natural setting.
1997UNESCO INSCRIPTION
42 haARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE
STONE HOLDS THE MEMORY.TAKE TIME TO LOOK
A city to rediscover.
Follow the ancient streets and let the details tell the story.
The mosaics
Mythological scenes and intricate patterns reveal the artistry of the city’s ancient homes.
The monumental heart
Around the forum, the basilica and the Capitol evoke the public life of the ancient city.
VOLUBILIS
A few moments in time
A city of Mauretania
The city grows in a fertile agricultural plain near Jebel Zerhoun.
A monumental city
Streets, public buildings and mosaic houses reveal urban life and olive-oil production.
Beyond Rome
The story continues after the Roman period and intersects with that of Idris I.
Recognised heritage
The site joins the UNESCO World Heritage List.
YOUR VISIT, SIMPLY
Arrive curious.
Leave inspired.
A few practical tips to make the most of your time in Volubilis.
Get directions ↗Where is Volubilis?
The archaeological site lies near Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, in the Meknès region of Morocco. Check your route before setting off.
What should I bring?
Bring water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. The site is outdoors, with uneven ground and limited shade.
Opening hours and accessibility
Confirm current opening hours directly with the site before travelling. Uneven paths may limit access for some visitors; ask about arrangements beforehand.
How do I book a visit?
Online ticket sales on this site will open soon. Until then, the entry ticket is sold at the site’s ticket office or on the Ministry of Culture’s official portal: 100 MAD per foreign adult, 50 MAD per child aged 7 to 13.
Your next journey.
A little further back in time.
Begin planning your discovery of Volubilis.
VOLUBILIS · OUALILI
Volubilis visitor guides
Volubilis opening hours and entrance fees
Compare visitor categories, check conflicting opening-hour listings and prepare your entry documents before visiting Volubilis.
Volubilis opening hours and entrance fees ↗How to get to Volubilis from Meknes or Fes
Plan transport to Volubilis, arrange your return and compare direct travel with a multi-stop day from Fes or Meknes.
How to get to Volubilis from Meknes or Fes ↗What to see at Volubilis: mosaics, arch and Roman monuments
Understand the main remains by distinguishing public buildings, houses and domestic decoration.
What to see at Volubilis: mosaics, arch and Roman monuments ↗Visiting Volubilis: a flexible route for your first visit
Plan a flexible walk through Volubilis, prioritise the main sights and adapt your route to your group and the areas open that day.
Visiting Volubilis: a flexible route for your first visit ↗Volubilis admission tickets
Official entrance fees, where to buy your ticket today (site ticket office or the Ministry portal) and the upcoming opening of online sales on this site. No payment can be made here yet.
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