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Fes City Tour: Discover Hidden Treasures
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48 Ratings
Fès
Join me, your friendly and experienced local guide, for an immersive half-day journey through the enchanting city of Fes. As a passionate resident, I’m excited to share the hidden treasures, vibrant culture, and rich history that make Fes one of Morocco’s most captivating destinations.
Join me, your friendly and experienced local guide, for an immersive half-day journey through the enchanting city of Fes. As a passionate resident, I’m excited to share the hidden treasures, vibrant culture, and rich history that make Fes one of Morocco’s most captivating destinations.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bab Bou Jeloud - Begin the Fez Medina walking tour at Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate), located on the western side of the Medina. Originally constructed in the 12th century, it was redesigned as a triple-arched gate in 1913 by the French to provide a more impressive entrance to the city.
- Bou Inania Medersa - After passing through the gate, take a…
- Bab Bou Jeloud - Begin the Fez Medina walking tour at Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate), located on the western side of the Medina. Originally constructed in the 12th century, it was redesigned as a triple-arched gate in 1913 by the French to provide a more impressive entrance to the city.
- Bou Inania Medersa - After passing through the gate, take a quick left, then a right onto Talaa Kebira. As you pass numerous intriguing stalls and cafés, make a stop at Medersa Bou Inania (20 Drh). Built in the 1350s, this madersa is the most exquisite theological school in the city and includes a complete mosque.
- Chouara Tannery - Situated in Fes el Bali, the oldest medina quarter of the city, near the Saffarin Madrasa along the Oued Fes.
- Place R’cif - Turn right, passing the dyers’ souk and mirror stalls along Leather Street before reaching the delightful Place Seffarine.
- Fes el-Bali - You are now back on the main shopping streets. The stunning Souk el Attarine offers a variety of clothes and jewelry and is adjacent to the highly ornate mausoleum of Moulay Idriss III. Built in 1323, many consider this the heart of the Medina.
- Museo Nejjarine - Explore the Henna Souk and the Museum of Woods, Arts & Crafts (20 Drh) at the restored fondouk in Place an-Nejjarine. Then, proceed along Talaa Seghira and return to the Blue Gate to find a spot for a late lunch.
- Place Seffarine - Place Seffarine is an ideal location for a break. Enjoy a sweet mint tea on the pavement at Crèmerie la Place and observe the metal-workers as they skillfully shape their copper pots and pans.
What's Included
- Bilingual guide (English and French)
- Bilingual guide (English and French)
What's Not Included
- The entrance fee to Mederssa Bou Inania is 2 euros per person
- The entrance fee to Nejjarine is 2 euros per person
- The entrance fee to Mederssa Bou Inania is 2 euros per person
- The entrance fee to Nejjarine is 2 euros per person
Location
Rue de la poste
We meet you in the front of poste Office Batha
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Meganbang
Mar 14, 2025
If you're going to Fez this is a non-negotiable. Book now! - Driss was AMAZING. Important things I was looking for was someone who could speak understandable English and not a guide taking us to places we were pressured to buy. He spoke amazing English ( and many other languages); we were not bothered by any shop owners while we were with him. Part of the tour and things we wanted to see were the tanneries, which after seeing they took us downstairs to buy leather if we would like. We did not feel pressured but this was where the locals came to buy leather as well. There was also a Berber carpet shop ( he gave us the option) and we wanted to buy blankets so we went. Also, he asked if we wanted to go to an argan oil place. Another presentation but no pressure and very informative. We wanted to buy different things in the shop so we opted in. Fez would have been very difficult to see without a guide and was also great company. He offered to take us somewhere to eat and then continue on but we had skipped breakfast and the rest of the group wanted to shop for trinkets. I would recommend him to ANYONE looking for a really great guide. Felt like I was hanging out with my Grandpa in his hometown. Very knowledgable and friendly to everyone in the town. It was so nice being with him walking through the medina. Don't hesitate to book through him. I will be sending my friends his number to come. A huge thing for me is not being taken to places to just buy stuff and he was an answer to my dreams come true. Great tour!
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123traveler816
Mar 3, 2025
Idriss is a great guide in Fez - Idriss was very knowledgeable, explained in great detail all the sites, helped us taste the local delicacies, and was very friendly and helpful. My wife forgot her phone in our car and Idriss went out of his way to get her phone. Idriss is the best. He was like a family member taking us around. He did not rush us. He helped us with our shopping.
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Jamieho2747dn
Feb 2, 2025
Knowledgeable, kind, awesome! - Idriss was a perfect tour guide, introducing my friend and I to the city and orienting us well on our first day in Fes. Kind, attentive, super knowledgeable, personable, Idriss will take care of you! Thanks again!
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471mariema
Jan 29, 2025
Beautiful discoveries over two days with a guide 👌 - We can only recommend Driss with his eyes closed to make you discover the medina of Fez that he knows as his pocket , and possible other excursions outside the city . We were able to take advantage for 2 days of his very great historical and political knowledge to better understand Moroccan culture and its riches. Many thanks Driss and look forward to meeting you again on our way... Incha ‘ Allah
Marie-Catherine et Marc
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Rienquemoi63
Dec 31, 2024
He is the guide to choose!! - We recommend Idriss with your eyes closed. It is a wonderful guide, combining a very great knowledge of the medina and the history of Morocco in general, with a kindness that made this visit of a few hours very pleasant and very rewarding. Thank you again for sharing your culture and everything.
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Kaihq7668tx
Dec 3, 2024
Absolute highlight of my trip - My goal for the day was to go on an intensive tour with a local guide. I had no idea that my expectations would be so exceeded! Idriss is an excellent host, he involved me right from the pick-up in ‘his’ city with lots of interesting storytelling, detailed explanations and a lot of warmth. He navigated to all relevant locations and always had 1a contacts who were part of his personal network. This personal relationships made it so authentic and fantastic. That was history you could experience and touch, thank you Idriss!
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Iriswillems
Dec 3, 2024
Excellent - If you search for a professional guide in Fez, make a tour with Idriss! His English is excellent and shows you the highlights of the Fez Medina!
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Hugo
Nov 23, 2024
A guide I recommend - Very good visit with Idriss who knows the medina by heart.
It will give you the right addresses and make you spend a very nice day
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Richardlz6575cz
Nov 19, 2024
Simply the best guide to this interesting, beautiful city! - Fantastic guide with expert local knowledge and real passion for his home city. Idriss became our friend whilst showing us around this amazing place.
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325aerts
Nov 9, 2024
Beautiful experience! - The best tour guide in town! With a lot of historical background. We enjoyed the tour a lot! Wonderful tour in Fez! Thanks a lot, Driss!
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