528 Reviews in Fes
Fes, the Cultural Center of Morocco and the Oldest Imperial Capital
Fes is the cultural heart of Morocco. Here, you can wander the labyrinthine medina and tanneries, as well as see grand palaces and madrassas. The city was founded almost 1,200 years ago by the great Moroccan saint Moulay Idriss, who, according to legend, drew a line with a golden shovel that became the city walls. If you're interested to visit Fes, the first capital of Morocco, here's how to plan your itinerary.
Meet the Pearl of Arabic Culture, Ancient Fes
Fes, the cultural and educational center of Morocco, is divided into three parts: Fes el-Bali, Fes Jdid, and the urban Ville Nouvelle. Today, it is under the protection of UNESCO, and since 1980, the city has been actively restored. Here are the attractions you can visit during a free walking tour of Fes organized by our guides.
- Al Attarine Madrasa, a Moorish-style madrasah built in 1325 by Sultan Abu Said Atman. It is distinguished by its refined beauty implemented in glazed tiles, mosaic medallions, finely carved woodwork, and graceful arabesques. A visit to this attraction costs about 2 US dollars.
- Nejjarine Fountain, a small fountain that has served as a place for tired travelers to get a drink of water since the 18th century. Your attention will definitely be drawn to the magnificent tiles that line the central part of the fountain.
- Bab Guissa, a mosque located in the old city and is believed to have been built in the 14th century. Next to the mosque is an 18th-century madrasah. Entrance costs about $3.
- Chouara, a free-to-visit and the largest tannery in Fes that employs around 500 families. It uses the same techniques and principles of leather processing as a thousand years ago.
- Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859, is one of the spiritual and educational centers of the Islamic world. It became the alma mater for a number of scientists, philosophers, and theologians who had a significant influence on the development of Muslim and world culture.
Practical Information: Tour Schedule, Meeting Places, and Booking Details
You can get to Fes by direct flight via Fes Sais International Airport (FEZ) from Paris, London, Barcelona, Girona, Rome, Lisbon, Munich, and Frankfurt. This airport is located 15 km from the city. Then, you will be able to take a bus or taxi to the city. Our free Fes walking tours last 2-3 hours and are available in English, French, Italian, and Spanish languages. Now, we propose to consider several informative reviews about these tours:
Tour from the Biggest Labyrinth in the World: Fes-fez
“We only had a few hours in Fes and wanted to make sure we saw the most important things and with this tour it defo feels like we did! Loved it and would recommend to anyone visiting Fes.”
Discover the Extraordinary of Fes: Guided Adventure
“A great introduction to Fes and all the important sights. guide was very informative and accommodating and showed us many places we otherwise would not have found and taught us very much about Fes and Moroccan history and culture. highly recommend”
To get more details about free tours, please, check our website’s pages related to them.
Book a Free Walking Tour of Fes
Get to know the first capital of Morocco with its unique historical buildings and national character — choose our Fes city tour. You can book a free tour in Fes right now to get the best emotions and impressions from your trip.
