Al Mazar Commercial Centre
Al Mazar Commercial Centre is a major shopping mall in Marrakech, Morocco, combining retail, dining, leisure and family entertainment.
Last updated September 28, 2026
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Overview
Al Mazar Commercial Centre (often branded simply as Almazar) is a shopping mall located on Route de l'Ourika in the Aguedal district of Marrakech, Morocco. It is described as the first shopping centre in Marrakech and one of the earliest modern malls in the country. Construction began in 2008 and the centre opened on 10 April 2010. The complex covers approximately 100,000 m², of which about 40,000 m² is commercial space, and it includes 1,200 free parking spaces. Annual visitor numbers were projected at 3.8 million and reportedly reached 4.5 million by 2013. The mall positions itself as more than a shopping centre — a modern lifestyle destination where shopping, relaxation and social interaction meet for the whole family. Its tenant mix spans men's, women's and children's fashion, home goods, restaurants, leisure and entertainment. Anchor and notable brands include Carrefour, along with services such as City Club, Expert Barber, Banque Populaire and Orange. The centre also offers a prayer room, free unlimited Wi-Fi, a children's Happy Ride area, accessibility features, car wash and ATMs (GAB). Al Mazar is open daily, with store hours generally from 10:00 to 21:00 (extended to 23:00 in summer), restaurants until midnight or later, leisure areas from 11:00 to 23:00, and Carrefour from 08:30 to 23:00. The mall is located in Marrakech's hotel and tourist zone, making it a key retail and leisure hub for both residents and visitors. It operates a dedicated mobile application and website for events, offers and visitor planning.
History
Al Mazar Commercial Centre was developed as the first shopping mall in Marrakech, Morocco. Construction began in 2008 in the Aguedal area along Route de l'Ourika, a hotel and tourist zone. The centre was completed in spring 2010 and opened to the public on 10 April 2010. It was designed with a total surface area of 100,000 m², including 40,000 m² of commercial space, and three levels of retail. The project included 1,200 free parking spaces. Initial projections estimated 3.8 million annual visitors; by 2013 the mall reported 4.5 million visitors. Over time, Al Mazar has hosted a mix of Moroccan and international brands, a Carrefour hypermarket, restaurants, leisure facilities and family services. It continues to operate as a key retail and leisure destination in Marrakech, with a website and mobile app for events, offers and visitor information.
- 2013
Mall reports 4.5 million visitors, exceeding initial projections of 3.8 million.
- 2010
Mall completed in spring and opens to the public on 10 April 2010.
- 2008
Construction of Al Mazar Commercial Centre begins in Marrakech.
Products and positioning
A modern lifestyle destination offering shopping, dining, leisure and family entertainment in Marrakech's tourist zone.
Carrefour hypermarket
Fashion stores (men, women, children)
Home goods stores
Restaurants and cafes
Leisure and entertainment areas
Services: City Club, Expert Barber, Banque Populaire, Orange
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