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Discover Fes from a different angle on a ramparts tour that highlights the city’s gates, fortresses, and scenic viewpoints. Admire the golden doors of the Royal Palace and the iconic Blue Gate, before continuing to the historic Jewish Quarter. Enjoy breathtaking panoramas from Borj Nord and Borj Sud, perfect for stunning photos of the old medina and surrounding hills. With a mix of history, culture, and landscapes, this tour offers the ideal complement to exploring Fes on foot.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We provide pickup to all travelers from their accommodation or any point in Fez
Itinerary
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1Fes el-Bali
Your driver/guide collects you from your hotel or riad. If your accommodation is inside the medina, pick-up will be at the nearest gate. Get a short introduction to the tour before heading toward the first landmark.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Marvel at the majestic golden bronze doors of the Royal Palace, framed with intricate zellij tilework and carved cedar wood. Though the palace itself is closed to the public, the gates are one of the most photographed sites in Fes. Your guide will share insights about the Alaouite dynasty and the palace’s role in Moroccan history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Continue to the historic Jewish Quarter, distinguished by its unique balconies and architecture. Learn about the Jewish community that once flourished here and how their culture shaped Fes. This stop offers a different perspective compared to the traditional medina.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Pause at the iconic Blue Gate, the main entrance to the old medina. Its two sides—blue on one and green on the other—symbolize Fes’ traditions. Here, you’ll have time to take photos and hear about the gate’s importance as a meeting point between locals and travelers.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Head uphill to Borj Nord, a 16th-century fortress built by the Saadian dynasty. Today, it offers some of the most impressive panoramic views of the medina and surrounding hills. Enjoy time for photos and learn how the fort once defended the city from invasions.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Cross the city to Borj Sud, another hilltop fortress offering a different vantage point, especially beautiful in the late afternoon light. On the way, follow stretches of the ramparts that once protected Fes, stopping at scenic points along the walls for photographs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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