Fes Medina Guided Tour: Private Full Day with a Local Guide
Why Choose This Fes Medina Guided Tour
This Fes medina guided tour shows you Fes el Bali with a licensed local guide, from the city viewpoints to the oldest lanes. To begin with, you see the Royal Palace gates, the Mellah and the view from the Merinid hills. Then you walk through the Blue Gate to the madrasas, the souks and the Chouara Tannery.
Throughout the day, your guide also adapts the pace to you, so you never get lost in the maze of lanes. In fact, the Medina of Fez has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, and it is one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world.
However, if you plan to continue south, see our tours from Fes. Also read our guide to the top things to do in the Fez medina.
| Duration | Full day, about 9:00 to 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Your riad or hotel in Fes |
| Guide | Private licensed local guide |
| Main visits | Royal Palace gates, Mellah, Blue Gate, madrasas, souks, tannery |
| Walking | About 4 to 5 hours, at an easy pace |
| Price | Ask us for the price |
- To begin with, see the golden gates of the Royal Palace and walk through the Mellah.
- Then enjoy the view over the rooftops from the Merinid Tombs or Borj Nord.
- After that, enter Fes el Bali through Bab Bou Jeloud, the Blue Gate.
- Also, admire the carved cedar and zellij of the Bou Inania and Al-Attarine madrasas.
- Later, pass Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859, and the coppersmiths of Place Seffarine.
- Finally, look down on the dye pits of the Chouara Tannery from a terrace.
Fes Medina Guided Tour: Itinerary
Morning: Royal Palace, Mellah and Viewpoints
To begin with, your guide and driver pick you up at your riad or hotel at about 9:00. Then you see the golden gates of the Royal Palace, Dar al-Makhzen. After that, you walk through the Mellah, the old Jewish quarter, with its wooden balconies.
Later, you drive up to the Merinid Tombs or Borj Nord for a view over the whole medina. On request, you can also visit a pottery and zellij cooperative.
Late Morning: The Blue Gate and Bou Inania
Then you enter Fes el Bali through Bab Bou Jeloud, the Blue Gate. Along Talaa Kebira, you also pass food stalls, spice sellers and small workshops. Soon you reach the Bou Inania Madrasa, a fine Marinid school with carved stucco, cedar and zellij.
Midday: Lunch in the Medina
Meanwhile, it is time for a break. For example, you can taste pastilla or a tagine in a traditional restaurant or an old palace. In general, lunch takes about one hour.
Afternoon: Madrasas, Souks and the Chouara Tannery
After lunch, you continue to the Nejjarine fountain and the Al-Attarine Madrasa. Then you walk around Al Quaraouiyine, although the inside is reserved for Muslims. Later, you also watch the coppersmiths on Place Seffarine.
Finally, you see the Chouara Tannery from a terrace, before your driver takes you back to your riad at about 17:00.
Expert tip from our local guides
Wear comfortable shoes, because the lanes are steep and uneven. In addition, avoid Friday if you want to see the souks at their busiest, since many shops close at midday. Also, at the tannery, the terraces are inside leather shops, so you never have to buy. Finally, keep small change for tips and the toilets.
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What Is Included
- Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Fes
- Private licensed local guide for the whole day
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the panoramic drive
- Itinerary adapted to your pace and interests
- Not included
- Lunch and drinks (on request)
- Monument entrance fees (on request)
- Tips and personal expenses
Good to Know Before Your Fes Medina Guided Tour
- Pickup: we also collect you from your riad or hotel in Fes at about 9:00.
- Walking: the medina has no cars, so you walk about 4 to 5 hours with breaks.
- Dress: light clothes that cover shoulders and knees are best near the mosques.
- Shopping: there is no obligation to buy, so simply tell your guide what you like.
- Families: the pace suits children and older travellers, with breaks whenever you need them.
- Next stop: continue with our 3 day tour from Fes to Marrakech.
- Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.
Price of the Fes Medina Guided Tour
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Royal Palace → Mellah → Borj Nord → Blue Gate → Bou Inania → Chouara Tannery
FAQ About the Fes Medina Guided Tour
What does the Fes medina guided tour include?
In general, it includes a private licensed guide, pickup at your riad and a panoramic drive. Also, lunch and entrance fees can be added on request.
How long is the tour?
It is a full day, so it starts at about 9:00 and ends at about 17:00.
Can we visit the Al Quaraouiyine mosque?
No, the inside is reserved for Muslims. However, your guide shows you the area and explains its history.
Is the Fes medina guided tour good for families?
Yes, in fact the pace can be adapted for children and older travellers.
How much does the tour cost?
Ask us for the price, because it depends on your group size and options.
Is the Fes medina safe to visit?
Yes, in general it is safe. However, a guide saves time and keeps away false guides.
Can I combine the tour with a desert trip?
Yes, for example many travellers continue on one of our desert tours from Fes to Marrakech.
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