Things to Do in Fes

Jump with me into a time machine and travel 1200 years back in History. My name is Abdou Rahim. I was born and grew up in the historical car-free medina of Fes. I'm a Professional Tour Guide (licensed by the Ministry of Tourism). I love to show tourists our historical sights and attractions, but most of all, l love to tell them why they are important, to relate relevant stories and events to these sights. I like to capture their attention and make them feel as though they are part of the story. l have met tourists from all parts of the world , which helped me understand their cultures, traditions, and customs. It taught me how to deal with them with courtesy and respect.
During this tour, we're going to stop by the famous historical sites of Fes such as:
Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and University ( from outside)
Sidi Moussa  or chouara leather Tannery
Al-Attarine Madrasa (from outside)
 Place Seffarine
Fabrics Dyers square
Moulay Idriss Mausoleum
Kifah kissariya
Al Attarine Stree
 
The tour will end at the main road leading to the Blue Gate. (Talaa Kbira)
Equipped with a fluency in English, a good knowledge of history and a fair sense of humour, your FES tour with me will be FEScinating.

   The Funky Walking Tour is not a shopping tour — it is 90% historical and cultural.

     Here are the most important places we will visit during our tour in the Old Medina of Fez: 

- Panoramic view of the Old City.  

- Andalusian Mosque.  

- Chouara Tannery: One of the three most famous tanneries in Fez.  

-Al-Qarawiyyin University: The oldest university in the world.  

-The Astronomical Observatory: Once used to observe the stars, it now serves different purposes — which I will explain during the tour.  

-Fandouk: A traditional inn where merchant caravans used to stop and rest.  

-Place Seffarine: Still active today, home to one of the oldest crafts in Fez — copper work.  

-The Oldest Library in Morocco: We will see it from the outside, as it requires special permission to enter.  

-Dyers' Market: Where old clothes, wool, and plant-based silk are still dyed using traditional methods.  

-Moroccan Pastry Market. 

-Blacksmiths' Market.

-Traditional Moroccan Wedding Accessories Market 

-Moulay Idriss II Shrine: The founder of Fez.  

-Visit to the oldest hospital (Maristan Sidi Fradj), a multi-disciplinary center, known especially for using music therapy to treat mental health conditions. 

-(Optional) Visit to a local cooperative that produces the famous Argan oil. 

     At the end of the tour, I will take you to the local food market for lunch or to a restaurant with a terrace and Wi-Fi — depending on your preference. 

      I am a licensed official tour guide in Fez, and I will do my best to leave you with a great impression and unforgettable memories of our tour in the largest maze in the world — the city of Fez. 

Just arrived in Fez and would like to visit its major landmarks? This free tour is the best way to discover the highlights in this beautiful Moroccan city.

Welcome to Fez!
So, you have finally arrived at the spiritual capital and oldest city of Morocco!  Now you can finally enjoy all that this magical city has to offer, and if you want to know its secrets, I'd be happy to guide you through them!

The tour includes the historical monuments of the Medina of Fez and areas such as:

✅ Batha fountain (the start of the tour) 
✅ Medersa attarine 
✅ Nejjarine square and fountain
✅ Woodland Museum
✅ Mausoleum Mly Driss
✅ Quaraouiyine University
✅ The Kisariyat kifah
✅ The tanneries
✅ The dyers
✅ The handicraft
✅ Berber Pharmacy (on request) 
✅ The Fez river (the end of the tour) 

 This visit is an excellent way to discover the narrowest streets, the history, the art and especially to taste the gastronomy of the city which is placed 2nd in the world!!

Socialize with other travelers and learn about the rich history the city has to offer, from the early Idrissid dynasty to the Alaouite dynasty, including the Almoravids, Almohades, Merinids and Saadians. Learn about the stages of leather craftsmanship, and all the things to do and eat while you're here to make sure you don't miss a thing in this beautiful place!!

The tour is going to be very interesting and sometimes in several languages ​​to satisfy everyone. i'm sure you will not regret it. 
Book now and hope to see you all soon!! 

N.B : the minimum of walkers is 4

Spend a night in a traditional haima in the middle of the desert on this 2-day trip to the desert of Merzouga, which ends in Marrakech.

**Meet your Host, Zakaria

My experience as a Tour guide in Fez allowed me to get the opportunity and be in touch with different cultures and traditions to explore the secrets of each place in one of the oldest cities in the world.

Born, raised and based in Fez, I'm excited to meet new people from other countries.

We will travel together through the time to discover the hidden secret of Fez and its inspiring culture, food, locals' lifestyle, artisanal handcrafts and more....

Where we'll meet  
Fes heritage boutique 

Monuments:
- Blue Gate
- Medersa Attarine or Bouanania (Fee entrance 20 Dh not included)
- Talaa Street
- Nejjarine Museum and Square (Fee entrance 20 Dh not included)
- Moulay Idriss II Mausoleum (The builder of the city of Fez)
- Al Quarawiyin University
- Tannerie Chowara or Sidi Moussa
- Copper Square
- Local Market

Ends in the main street of talaa

Discover the hidden gems of Fez with a local expert! Join me for an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets and historic landmarks of one of the world's oldest cities. Whether you're a history buff, a food lover, or simply eager to experience authentic Moroccan culture, my personalized tours offer something for everyone., I'm here to ensure your visit to Fez is truly memorable. Book your tour today and embark on an adventure that will leave you with stories to tell for a lifetime!

Step into the past with a guided walking tour of Fez's medina.  Wind through the winding streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, stopping at mosques, fountains, a tannery and a bustling souk, the perfect place to pick up unique souvenirs.  Leave with a window into the rich culture and history of this charming walled city.
N.B : the minimum of walkers is 4. sometimes the tour can be with two languages to satisfy everyone. 

We will start the tour from the famous gate bab boujloud and the madrasa bouinania and then we will keep walking down to visit the tanery and Idriss the second moselium and the quaraouine University and we will keep walking to the famous square of safarine and fes River connected to the dying street and visiting the different kinds of moroccan handicrafts cooperatives.  Showing you an examples of public oven , hammam and fountain, and coranic schools because they are part of the classical educational system in morocco. The coranic schools used as a primary school and the madrasas used as a secondary schools and then the quaraouine University and by the coming of the French authorities in the colonial period they brought with them the modern educational system and that's what we are using right now. Many thanks.

I'm Youssef your tour guide  firstly big welcome in the largest city in Morocco,We will show you the alleys of the city and the narrow streets and make sure that you get many information about Moroccan culture and handicrafts of morocco, I speak English which is very crucial to pass the information to my guests with great fluency and ease. Fes is a mysterious and fascinating city with a lot of hidden secrets; and I'm very passionate about sharing these secrets and events with my guests.  I have some knowledge   of Fes history, traditions and culture, but I have also designed a tour whereby my guests will be involved in sharing these values with locals; which they wouldn't be able to do if they were on their own. I take tourists through the  back and very narrow twisting alleyways which are not listed in GPSs and Maps. In this tour you can see the historical monuments and Moroccan handicraft wich make you full of pieces of information about all

I will provide an insight into the history of the city of Fes, which was founded in 808 (9th century) and was the first capital of Morocco under the Idrissid Dynasty, the Almoravid Dynasty, the Almohad Dynasty and the Merinid Dynasty.
As I walk around the city I will tell details about everything interesting. While visiting the monuments I will explain you the art decoration from history etc. Fes is really rich in history and monuments and handicrafts like the Blue Gate.
The 14th-century Attarine School , the world's first Islamic university founded by a woman , the 14th-century leather tannery, the founder's mausoleum, etc.
As you walk through the souk , I will explain to you about Moroccan gastronomy and various delicious tagines (pastilla, chicken with lemon, meat with prunes and almonds, as well as various pastries and sweets).
I will try to share with you my 30 years of experience in discovering this 9th century world heritage site.

List of the most important monuments:

• The blue gate
• Bouanania School (20 dirham ticket per person)
• Nejjarine Museum (20 conductors/entrance ticket)
• The Mausoleum of Mly Idriss
• Attarine School (20 dir/ticket)
• Quarawiyin University
• Seffarine Square
• The Dyer Street
• And the tannery.

That's why I invite you to visit our beautiful city. You will enjoy the tour.

Through the visit that we will make in the streets of the old town of Fez, it will be a journey through time and a return to an ancient history full of everything that is artistic, authentic artisanal history. 
From here begins the journey of discovery of the 12th century city through the architectural prowess and careful design of many buildings, among the most important and oldest is the University of Al-Qarawiyyin, which is the oldest university in the world still in operation. founded in 829 by a woman named Fatima Al-Fihri, and from here we can get a picture of the beauty and historical richness of this city. 
We also find the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, the founder of the city of Fez. The Idrisid dynasty is considered the first of the dynasties that ruled Morocco. After looking at what is historical, the destination will be what is traditional industrial craftsmanship. 

Here, we will have a visit to the oldest tannery in the world "Chouara", in operation for more than 900 years, to see how and where the raw material passes to reach the final product, which is a masterpiece, and here the beginning of the discovery of many original trades, carpentry, textile dyeing, working with gold, silver and copper, weaving, and much more, without forgetting to taste what Fez has in store for us. , the flavors and diversity of Fasi-Moroccan cuisine. 
Plus, during the tour, taste local treats. 
The end of the visit will be in the Jewish quarter and the royal palace to discover the history of the Jews in Morocco and the relationship they had with the inhabitants of the city of Fez

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If you are looking for someone to help you visit the old medina of Fes in a different and unusual way, let me immerse you in the beauty of the city and in a whirlwind of anecdotes, history, legends. Rediscover with me at once some main monuments but also discover secret hidden places that even Fezys do not know.
I will take you on exploration of 10 top Fezys sights.
For between 2 and 3 hours of walking.
The tour will include: 

• Blue Gate 
• Medersa Bouanania (Fee entrance 20 Dh not included) 
• Talaa Streets 
• Nejjarine Museum and Square(Fee entrance 20 Dh not included) Moulay idriss II Mausoleum (The founder of the city)
• AL Quarawiyin Univeristy 
• Tannerie Chowara or Sidi Moussa 
• Copper Square, Dyers Market.
• Medersa Al attarine 
• Spice market
• Wood market 

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For more information, do not hesitate to contact us at any time 24/24h specially if there is any problem or difficulty in reaching the meeting place.