Fez Medina Private Walking Tour with Local Guide

Show all photos
3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

This private walking tour of Fez Medina offers a personal and authentic way to discover the city with a knowledgeable local guide. Unlike large group tours, this experience is flexible and tailored to your interests and walking pace. Explore the UNESCO-listed Medina, wander through hidden alleys, lively souks, and historic landmarks, and learn about daily life, traditions, and craftsmanship that have shaped Fez for centuries.

Your guide shares local stories, cultural insights, and practical tips you won’t find in guidebooks. Enjoy close-up views of famous sites such as leather tanneries, artisan workshops, religious schools, and traditional markets, with time for photos and questions along the way. Because this is a private tour, you receive full attention, a relaxed atmosphere, and personalized recommendations, making your visit to Fez more meaningful and memorable.

What's Included

Private professional local guide
Walking tour of Fez Medina
Meet-up at your hotel or riad (on foot)
Coffee and/or tea
Lunch
Entrance fees to Al-Attarine Madrasa and Nejjarine Museum (Optional)
Personal expenses and souvenirs

Meeting and pickup

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

This is a walking tour. Your private local guide will meet you directly at your riad or hotel at the scheduled start time. If your accommodation is located inside Fez Medina, the guide will arrive on foot. For locations outside the Medina, a nearby meeting point will be confirmed in advance. Please be ready 5 minutes before the tour starts.

Itinerary

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

    Start your guided walking tour at Bab Boujloud, the famous entrance to the Fez Medina, known for its blue and green ceramic tiles. Walk through historic areas and learn about the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), the Ibn Danan Synagogue, and the Royal Palace from the outside. Enjoy panoramic views from the Merinid Tombs and Borj North and South, then visit a traditional ceramic workshop. Your guide will share stories and history as you explore before continuing deeper into the Medina.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rainbow Street Art

    Visit a colorful and lively street filled with murals and modern artwork. This hidden spot shows the creative side of Fez and reflects contemporary Moroccan culture and local artists.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Nejjarine Museum

    Stop at Nejjarine Square and admire the beautiful fountain. You may choose to visit the Wooden Arts & Crafts Museum, located in a historic caravanserai, to see traditional Moroccan woodwork and architecture.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Medina of Fez

    Explore the heart of the Fez Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through narrow streets decorated with mosaics and carved wooden doors. Discover busy souks selling textiles, ceramics, leather goods, and handmade local products.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II

    Learn about the spiritual importance of Moulay Idriss II, one of the most sacred figures in Fez. While non-Muslims cannot enter, your guide will explain its history and significance from outside.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin

    See the exterior of the world’s oldest university. Your guide will explain its role in education, religion, and history, as well as the nearby Andalusian Mosque.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Chouara Tannery

    Visit the famous Chouara Tannery, one of the oldest leather tanneries in the world. Learn how leather is still produced using traditional methods and enjoy views from a nearby terrace.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Al-Attarine Madrasa

    Discover this peaceful 14th-century Islamic school, known for its beautiful tilework, carved cedar wood, and calm courtyard.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Attarin market

    Walk through the spice and perfume market, filled with rich aromas. See traditional herbs, oils, and natural products used in Moroccan daily life.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    سوق الصباغين souk sabaghine

    Walk through the spice and perfume market, filled with rich aromas. See traditional herbs, oils, and natural products used in Moroccan daily life.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Place R’cif

    End your tour at Place R’cif, a lively local square connecting the old Medina with modern Fez. Enjoy the atmosphere, local cafés, and markets. Your guide can help with directions or recommendations before you continue your day.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by RifWay Experience

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

Show more

from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}
Book Now