Discover the timeless charm of Fez, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital, on a private full-day guided city tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of Fez, home to one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating medieval medinas.
Your Fez sightseeing tour is designed to uncover the city’s rich history, architectural wonders, and vibrant daily life. Walking through the UNESCO-listed medina feels like traveling back in time, with its maze of narrow alleys, traditional souks, centuries-old crafts, and remarkable Islamic monuments.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you will explore Fez’s most important religious, cultural, and historical sites while learning about the dynasties, scholars, and artisans who shaped this legendary city. This private tour allows flexibility, deeper explanations, and a pace adapted to your interests.
Ideal for first-time visitors, culture lovers, and history enthusiasts, this full-day Fez city tour offers an authentic introduction to one of Morocco’s most fascinating destinations.
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Your private licensed guide meets you at your hotel or riad in Fez and introduces you to the history, culture, and spiritual importance of the city, known as the capital of medieval Morocco.
Begin your walking tour at Bab Boujloud, the main entrance to Fez el-Bali. Learn about the origins of the medina and its UNESCO World Heritage status as one of the world’s best-preserved medieval cities.
Pass by the Batha Palace area to learn about traditional Moroccan arts, crafts, and the role of Fez as a historical center of culture and learning.
(Museum closed on Tuesdays and national holidays.)
Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, a masterpiece of Marinid architecture. Admire its carved cedar wood, sculpted stucco, marble details, and refined Arabic calligraphy.
Continue along one of the medina’s main streets, exploring traditional craft quarters including carpenters, wood artisans, and bustling local souks filled with everyday life.
Stop at the famous Nejjarine Fountain, located near the historic caravanserai. This beautifully decorated fountain is one of the most photographed monuments in Fez.
Discover the religious landmarks that shaped the city’s spiritual identity, including the Zawiya of Moulay Idriss II, the Tijani Zaouia, and the Al Quaraouiyine Mosque, recognized as the oldest university in the world (exterior visits).
Explore Seffarine Square, known for its traditional brass and copper workshops where artisans continue to work using ancestral techniques.
Visit the traditional textile dyeing areas and the famous leather tanneries, where natural dyes and centuries-old methods are still used to process leather.
If time permits, enjoy a walk through the Andalusian Quarter, a quieter residential area offering insight into daily life in Fez beyond the main tourist routes.
The tour concludes in the medina or at a central location, with free time and recommendations from your guide.
