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Fes Medina Full Day Guided Tour with Official Guide
Fez, Northern Morocco, Morocco
$62.91
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Overview
This full-day guided tour of Fes offers a deeper, more authentic way to experience one of the world’s oldest living cities. With a knowledgeable local guide leading the way, you navigate the maze-like medina with ease while uncovering its hidden corners, historic madrasas, artisan workshops, and vibrant souks. Unlike short or rushed visits, this immersive experience allows time to understand Fes’s rich spiritual, cultural, and intellectual heritage—from the legacy of Al Quaraouiyine to the daily rhythms of craftsmen who still work using centuries-old techniques. It’s not just a sightseeing tour, but a journey into the soul of Morocco’s cultural capital.
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Fes Medina Full Day Guided Tour with Official Guide
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Hotel or Riad pick up and Drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Official multilangual Licensed Guide
- professional multilangual driver
- Private transportation
- optional
- Personal expenses
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Stop at the impressive golden gates of the Royal Palace of Fes, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. While the palace itself is not open to the public, its massive brass doors, intricate mosaics, and surrounding walls offer a striking introduction to Morocco’s royal heritage.
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Explore the historic Mellah, Fes’s former Jewish quarter, known for its distinctive architecture and rich cultural history. Walk through its quieter streets, see traditional balconies, and learn about the Jewish community that once played an important role in the city’s life.
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Borj SudStop at Borj Sud, a scenic hilltop viewpoint offering sweeping panoramic views over the entire medina of Fes. From here, you can appreciate the vast scale of the old city, its ancient walls, minarets, and rooftops—an ideal spot for photos and a memorable introduction to Fes.
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Visit a traditional mosaic and pottery workshop to discover the craftsmanship behind Fes’s famous zellige tiles and ceramics. Watch artisans demonstrate time-honored techniques passed down through generations, and learn how these intricate pieces are created by hand, from shaping to decoration.
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Pass through Bab Rcif, one of the main gateways connecting modern Fes with the ancient medina. This lively area marks the transition into Fes el-Bali and offers a glimpse of local daily life, bustling streets, and traditional commerce.
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Fes El-BaliEnter Fes el-Bali, the world’s largest living medieval medina and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lose yourself in a maze of narrow alleys filled with historic mosques, madrasas, souks, and artisan workshops that have remained largely unchanged for centuries.
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Discover the Al Quaraouiyine Mosque, home to the world’s oldest continuously operating university and a cornerstone of Islamic learning. Founded in the 9th century, this revered site remains a powerful symbol of Fes’s religious and intellectual heritage. While non-Muslims cannot enter, your guide will explain its history and significance from the outside.
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Place SeffarineVisit Place Seffarine, one of the most authentic squares in Fes, famous for its traditional copper workshops. Watch skilled artisans hammer and shape metal using age-old techniques, filling the air with the rhythmic sounds of craftsmanship that have echoed here for centuries.
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Al-Attarine MadrasaVisit the beautifully preserved Al-Attarine Madrasa, a masterpiece of Marinid architecture located near the Al Quaraouiyine Mosque. Admire its intricate zellige tilework, carved cedar wood, and elegant courtyard while learning about its role as a center of Islamic learning.
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Chouara TanneryVisit the famous Chouara Tannery, the oldest and largest leather tannery in Fes, where traditional methods have remained unchanged for centuries. From a panoramic terrace, observe the iconic stone vats as artisans dye and treat leather using natural processes. Your guide will explain the techniques, history, and importance of this craft, offering a fascinating glimpse into one of the medina’s most enduring traditions.
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Fes Medina Full Day Guided Tour with Official Guide
Fez, Northern Morocco, Morocco
$62.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!