Guided Tours of Fes with Professional Local Experts

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Guided Tours of Fes with Professional Local Experts

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4h
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Overview

Why Visit Fes?

Immerse yourself in rich Moroccan history and heritage

Witness traditional craftsmanship still alive today

Enjoy warm hospitality and guided tours by locals

Fes – The Spiritual & Cultural Heart of Morocco

Welcome to Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and a living museum of art, tradition, and history. Founded in the 8th century, Fes is home to the world’s oldest university, Al Quaraouiyine, and a UNESCO World Heritage medina that feels like a journey back in time.

Fes el-Bali (Old Fes): Lose yourself in a maze of narrow streets, colourful souks, and ancient architecture.
️ Historic Sites: Explore masterpieces like the Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Attarine Madrasa.
Craftsmanship: Discover centuries-old artisan work—leather, pottery, wood, copper, and more.

Whether you're wandering through the Chouara Tannery, sipping mint tea on a rooftop, or shopping for handmade treasures, Fes offers an authentic Moroccan experience like no other.

Activity location

Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Rue Talaa Kebira,
- Fes, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Rue Talaa Kebira,
- Fes, Morocco

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Guided Tours of Fes with Professional Local Experts in Multilingual

4h
Opening hours: Mon 8:00 am-10:00 pm
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Price details

NZ$79.10 x 1 TravellerNZ$79.10

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What's included, what's not

EVRETHING HO INSAID OF MEDINA
EVRETHING HO OUTHSIAD OF MEDINA IS NOT INCLUDING

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Al-Attarine Madrasa

30m
Admission ticket included

Al-Attarine Madrasa is a historic Islamic school located in the old city of Fes, Morocco. It was built in 1325 AD (725 AH) by the Marinid Sultan Abu Sa'id Uthman II. The madrasa is named after the nearby Souk al-Attarine, the market of perfume and spice merchants. The school was established to teach Islamic sciences, especially Qur'anic studies and jurisprudence, and also served as a residence for students coming from different regions. Architecturally, it is considered one of the finest examples of Marinid architecture, featuring intricate zellij (Moroccan mosaic tilework), carved wood, stucco decorations, and a beautifully designed central courtyard. Today, Al-Attarine Madrasa is admired for its artistic beauty and historical significance, reflecting the intellectual and cultural flourishing of the Marinid era.

Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin

Al-Qarawiyyin University is a historic university in Fes, Morocco, founded in 859 AD by Fatima al-Fihri. It began as a mosque and developed into a centre for Islamic learning, including theology, law, astronomy, and natural sciences. It is often cited as the oldest continuously operating degree-granting university in the world. The institution is also known for its ancient library and traditional Islamic architecture. Al-Qarawiyyin University – Fes, Morocco; founded 859 AD by Fatima al-Fihri. Oldest continuously operating university. Major centre for Islamic and classical studies. Famous for its historic library and architecture

Nejjarine Fountain

10m
Admission ticket included

Nejjarine Square is a historic public square located in the heart of the old medina of Fez, Morocco. It is named after the nearby Nejjarine souk, which was traditionally known for woodworking and carpentry. The square is famous for its beautifully decorated Nejjarine Fountain, built in traditional Moroccan style. Next to it is the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts, which was originally a caravanserai (an inn for travellers and traders). Today, Nejjarine Square is a popular tourist spot, admired for its architectural beauty and its connection to Fez’s rich artisan heritage.

Nejjarine Museum

30m
Admission ticket included

Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts is a museum located in Fez, Morocco, in the historic Nejjarine Square. The museum is housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century caravanserai (traditional inn) and showcases a rich collection of traditional Moroccan wooden artefacts, including furniture, doors, musical instruments, and tools. The building itself is a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture, featuring carved wood, zellij tilework, and a central courtyard. The museum highlights the importance of woodworking in Moroccan craftsmanship and preserves the heritage of traditional artisans.

Place Seffarine

15m
Admission ticket included

Seffarine Square is a historic square located in the old medina of Fez, Morocco, near the Al-Qarawiyyin University. It is named after the traditional copper craftsmen (seffarine) who have worked there for centuries. The square is famous for the sounds of hammering copper and the display of beautifully handcrafted copperware. Surrounded by historic buildings, including the Seffarine Madrasa and Al-Qarawiyyin Library, the square is a vibrant centre of traditional metalworking and a living example of Moroccan artisanal culture.

Chouara Tannery

30m
Admission ticket included

Dar Dbagh "IN ARABIC" is a traditional leather tannery located in the old medina of Fez, Morocco. It is one of the oldest and most famous tanneries in the Islamic world, with Chouara Tannery being the best-known. These tanneries are where animal hides are processed and transformed into leather used for bags, shoes, belts, and traditional clothing. The tannery is known for its large stone vats filled with natural materials like lime, mint, and saffron, used for cleaning and dyeing the leather. The process is done entirely by hand, using traditional methods that have been passed down for centuries. Today, Dar Dbagh is a popular tourist attraction, offering a unique look into Fez’s ancient leather-working heritage.

Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II

15m
Admission ticket included

Moulay Idriss II was the founder and patron saint of the city of Fez, Morocco. He ruled from 807 to 828 AD and was the son of Idriss I, the founder of the Idrissid dynasty. Moulay Idriss II is credited with rebuilding and expanding Fez, making it a major centre of Islamic learning, culture, and trade. His shrine, located in the old medina of Fez, is one of the most important religious sites in Morocco. It attracts many visitors and pilgrims, as he is highly respected for his role in spreading Islam and shaping the early Moroccan state.

Location

Activity location

Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Rue Talaa Kebira,
- Fes, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Rue Talaa Kebira,
- Fes, Morocco

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