Full-Day Fes Architectural Tour with Royal Palace and Medina

1 Day Round trip from n1 boulakhsissat Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the UNESCO-listed old Medina of Fes and the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum
02 Visit the magnificent gates of the Royal Palace and walk through the Jewish quarter
03 Discover landmark sites including Nejjarine Fountain, Attarine Madrasa, and al-Qarawiyyin
04 See the pottery quarter and trace the historic Chouara Tannery
05 Stroll through vibrant alleyways lined with merchants and craftsmen

Explore the beautiful architectural sites of Fes on this full-day tour, from the magnificent gates of the Royal Palace to the UNESCO-listed old Medina. Visit landmark sites such as the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, Nejjarine Fountain, Attarine Madrasa, and the mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin. Walk through the Jewish quarter, discover the pottery quarter, and trace the historic Chouara Tannery. Along the way, experience the vibrant alleyways filled with merchants and craftsmen.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Fez

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Royal Palace, Medina, and Architectural Treasures of Fes

Meet your tour guide at your hotel or riad at 9:30 am.
Marvel at the magnificent gates of the Royal Palace in Morocco.
Walk through the Jewish quarter (Mellah) near Fes Jdid.
Drive to the southern fortress and enjoy panoramic views of Old Fes.
Discover the pottery quarter during a short drive around the ramparts.
Continue to one of the entrances of Old Fes (Medina), from where you can enjoy touring the Medina.
Visit the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum in the UNESCO-listed old Medina of Fes.
Proceed to the Nejjarine Fountain, with its attached saqayya, or traditional public fountain.
Head on to discover the Attarine Madrasa, the mosque, and the University of al-Qarawiyyin.
Trace Chouara Tannery, the largest and one of the oldest tanneries in the city.
Continue through the alleyways that house plenty of merchants and craftsmen with their products before driving back to your hotel or riad.