Fez Old City Medina Tour

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Step into the heart of Fez and discover the magic of the ancient Medina on a local guided walking tour

Explore the narrow streets and lively souks of Fez Medina while learning about the history culture traditions and daily life of one of Morocco’s most fascinating cities

With your local guide you will walk through the historic streets and discover beautiful traditional architecture hidden corners local markets and important landmarks You will see the famous tanneries explore colorful souks and pass through places where artisans still practice traditional Moroccan crafts

Along the way your guide will share stories about Fez its people and its centuries old traditions giving you a deeper understanding of the city beyond what you can discover on your own

This experience is also a great opportunity to discover authentic Moroccan life meet local artisans and see how traditional products are made from leather and metalwork to ceramics textiles and other handmade crafts

What's Included

Flexible time for photo stops and short breaks
Licensed private local guide
Bottled water
Private walking tour (only your group participates)
Entrance fees to museums or monuments
Food and personal expenses
Entrance ticket to Bou Inania Madrasa
Entrance ticket to Al-Attarine Madrasa
Entrance ticket to Nejjarine Museum

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup from Fez New City is available from selected hotels and convenient meeting points Please provide your hotel name and address when booking so we can confirm the closest pickup point Pickup from locations outside the listed areas may be available upon request

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bab Boujloud

    Meet your licensed local guide at the agreed meeting point and start your walking tour with a short introduction to the history of Fez and its ancient Medina Begin at the famous Blue Gate of Fez and learn about the history of the city and the importance of this historic entrance to the Old Medina

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rue Talaa Kebira

    Walk through the two main historic streets of the Medina and discover traditional shops old houses local crafts and the daily life of Fez

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Bou Inania Medersa

    Visit one of the most beautiful historic religious schools in Fez and admire its traditional Moroccan architecture carved wood zellige and stucco decoration

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin

    Explore the area surrounding Al Quaraouiyine one of the most important historic institutions in Fez and learn about its role in Moroccan and Islamic history

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Museo Nejjarine

    Discover the historic woodworkers quarter and see the famous Nejjarine Fountain and traditional architecture of the Medina

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Al-Attarine Madrasa

    Attarine Madrasa is a beautiful 14th-century Islamic school in the heart of Fez Medina, famous for its elegant Moroccan architecture, colorful zellige tiles, carved stucco, and cedar woodwork.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Chouara Tannery

    Visit the famous Chouara Tanneries and learn about the traditional leather-making process that has been practiced in Fez for centuries

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Medina of Fez

    Walk through some of the lesser-known streets and historic passages of the Medina while your guide explains the traditions architecture and history of this UNESCO-listed old city End of the Tour Finish the experience in the heart of the Old Medina with recommendations from your local guide for restaurants shopping cultural experiences and other places to explore in Fez

    35 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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