Half Day Private Walking Tour throughout Fez Medina

Fez, Morocco
Duration3h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

We are an American run and operated business located in Fez. This standard must-experience tour will show you all the highlights of this ancient, walled city with its massive gates, labyrinthine alleyways, vibrant souks, and renowned landmarks. But what sets this tour apart is the detailed explanations of how real life, still buzzing within these walls, connects to and portrays a shadow of the medieval past. It is a beautiful experience well worth a few hours of your life to stop and travel back in time.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Our guide will purchase for you a bottle of water and a sample of traditional, local sweets..
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation

What to expect

  1. Dar al-Magana
    20m
    Our professional Moroccan guide will explain the history and use of the ancient water clock. We will take 15 minutes of this time to arrive to the first point of interest.
  2. Bou Inania Medersa
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Our guide will explain the function and architecture of this 14th century medersa. You will have time to roam a bit and take pictures.
  3. Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II
    35m
    You will be able to walk around the ornate exterior of this mausoleum of the founder of the city of Fez. You are also free to take pictures of the interior from the outside. We will take 30 minutes of this time to arrive to the first point of interest.
  4. Kairaouine Mosque
    15m
    Our guide will explain fascinating facts about this mosque that holds the oldest functioning university in the world. We will take 10 minutes of this time to arrive to the first point of interest.
  5. Fontaine Nejjarine
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Our guide will give explanations of this fountain and the surrounding square. You will have the opportunity, if you see that time permits, to enter the Nejjarine Wood Museum. There are restrooms on the second floor and a panoramic view from the rooftop. We will take 15 minutes of this time to arrive to the first point of interest.
  6. Place Seffarine
    10m
    This quaint square is the center of all metallurgy in the medina of Fez. You will feel as if you are transported back to medieval times as you are immersed in the sound of the tinkers and the display of handiwork in progress.
  7. Chouara Tannery
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Our guide will take you to the best overlook of the largest tannery in Morocco. You will receive explanations from the shop owner and will have the opportunity to browse the large display of leather goods (no pressure!). We will take 20 minutes of this time to arrive to the first point of interest.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Bab Boujloud, also known as "the Blue Gate," is the most well-known gate in the Fez medina. It is pictured in the description of this tour. Its location is on the main road about 300 meters after the fountain of the Batha roundpoint.

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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