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- English
- French
Explore Fes with a certified local guide who was born and raised inside the old Medina and brings more than 40 years of guiding experience. This private walking tour goes beyond the main monuments, combining history, architecture, traditional crafts, local markets, and everyday life inside Fes el-Bali.
Along the way, meet local artisans, discover hidden streets and historic neighborhoods, and hear personal stories that bring the Medina to life. Because the tour is private and customizable, the pace and stops can be adapted to your interests, whether you are most interested in history, photography, shopping, architecture, or local culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is available from hotels and riads within the Fes Medina and nearby accessible areas. Please provide your accommodation name when booking.
If your riad is located in a pedestrian-only part of the Medina, your guide will meet you directly at the accommodation or at the nearest convenient meeting point. Travelers may also meet the guide at Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate).
If you’re not staying inside the Medina, you can meet me at Bab Boujloud (the Blue Gate) — the main entrance to the old city. I’ll be waiting right by the gate at the start time, easy to recognize and ready to begin your tour.
Itinerary
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1Bab Boujloud
We’ll begin your journey at the famous Blue Gate, the main entrance to the old Medina. Its blue and green tiles shimmer in the sunlight, symbolizing the colors of Fes — knowledge and faith. From here, the maze of ancient alleys opens before us, full of mystery, history, and life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Bou Inania Medersa
One of the most beautiful Islamic schools in Morocco. You’ll admire its stunning cedar wood carvings, marble floors, and zellige mosaics. I’ll share with you stories of how scholars once studied here — centuries before modern universities even existed.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Rue Talaa Kebira
We’ll stroll through the vibrant main artery of the Medina — a world of colors, aromas, and sounds. Here, artisans, spice merchants, and locals bring Fes to life. It’s the perfect place to feel the city’s energy, stop for photos, and taste local snacks if you wish.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Museo Nejjarine
Step into a beautifully restored caravanserai that now showcases Morocco’s finest wood craftsmanship. From antique tools to intricate furniture, every piece tells a story of skill passed down through generations. The rooftop terrace offers one of the best panoramic views of the Medina.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin
Explore the historic Al-Qarawiyyin quarter, home to one of the world’s oldest continuously operating centers of learning. Your guide will explain its religious, intellectual, and cultural importance while viewing the mosque and surrounding historic streets from accessible public areas.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Place Seffarine
Visit Place Seffarine, the traditional coppersmiths’ square, where artisans continue to shape and polish copper and brass using techniques passed down through generations.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Chouara Tannery
See the famous Chouara Tanneries from a panoramic terrace and learn how leather has been prepared and dyed in Fes using traditional methods for centuries.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Souk el Henna
Explore Souk el Henna, a small traditional market known for henna, herbs, natural beauty products, spices, and locally made goods.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II
Visit the historic quarter surrounding the Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II, one of Fes’s most important spiritual sites and the resting place associated with the city’s founder. Your guide will explain its religious significance and history from areas accessible to visitors.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Fes el-Bali (Pass by)
Walk through Fes el-Bali, the UNESCO-listed old Medina and one of the world’s largest historic pedestrian districts. Discover narrow lanes, traditional workshops, neighborhood markets, fountains, religious buildings, and everyday local life as your guide connects the major monuments with the hidden corners of the Medina.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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