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Fes Guided Tour: History, Culture, and Craftsmanship

By Nice Morocco Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 90 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Dive into the heart of the medina of Fez, founded in 808 by Idriss II and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore its bustling alleys, iconic monuments, and ancestral craftsmanship. Home to the University of Al Quaraouiyine, the oldest in the world, Fez invites you on a fascinating journey through Moroccan history and traditions.

Activity location

  • Royal Palace of Fez
    • Avenue Omar Ibnou Khattab,
    • 30004, Fes, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Royal Palace of Fez
    • Avenue Omar Ibnou Khattab,
    • 30004, Fes, Morocco

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Guided Tour of Fez: History, culture and Moroccan crafts
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
RM 90.35 x 1 AdultRM 90.35
Total
Price is RM 90.35

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transportation

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Royal Palace of Fez

  • 15m
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Royal Palace of Fes Medina, an architectural gem where Eastern refinement and Morocco's majestic history meet for an unforgettable royal experience

Fez Mellah

  • 20m
The Mellah of Fes, the former Jewish quarter founded in the 15th century, is a place rich in history where culture, traditions, and Andalusian architecture blend together. Its narrow alleys lined with carved wooden balconies, ancient synagogues like Ibn Danan, and the Jewish cemetery with its whitewashed tombs bear witness to the rich past of Fes' Jewish community. Today, this authentic neighborhood enchants with its unique atmosphere, balancing centuries-old heritage and the vibrant energy of the surrounding souks.

Jardin Jnan Sbil

  • 30m
Jnan Sbil is a true haven of peace in the heart of Fes, offering a refreshing and serene escape from the bustle of the medina. Created in the 18th century by Sultan Moulay Abdallah, this magnificent garden captivates with its shaded paths, elegant fountains, and lush vegetation blending exotic species and Mediterranean plants. With sparkling lakes and enchanting scents, Jnan Sbil is the perfect place for a revitalizing stroll, discovering the natural charm of the imperial city.

Bab Bou Jeloud

  • 5m
The original Blue Gate was a simple pointed archway, built in the 12th century. In 1912, when Morocco became a French protectorate, the new administration sought a more imposing entrance to the old city. Next to the old gate, the new Blue Gate was constructed

Bou Inania Madrasa

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Bou Inania Madrasa of Fes is a masterpiece of Merinid architecture, dating back to the 14th century, and one of the finest examples of Islamic art in Morocco. This complex, both a theological school and a madrasa, stands out for its lavish decoration, with its zelliges, sculpted plaster, intricate woodwork, and magnificent cedar doors. The central courtyard, lined with colonnades, houses a fountain that brings an atmosphere of serenity. The madrasa is a unique place of discovery, blending history, art, and spirituality, in the heart of the Fes medina

Al-Attarine Madrasa

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Attarine Madrasa of Fes, dating back to the 14th century, is a masterpiece of Merinid architecture, famous for its stunning zelliges, plaster carvings, and woodwork. Once a theological school, it embodies the splendor of Islamic art and the significance of Fes as an intellectual hub

Museo Nejjarine

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Since the 17th century, the Carpenter's Inn (Funduq al-Neijariyyin), located in the An Neijarine Square, hosted caravans and traveling merchants. Today, it houses the Neijarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts. While dedicated to preserving the art of wood, this museum itself is a stunning wooden artifact.

Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin

  • 10m
"The Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and University of Fes, founded in 859 by Fatima al-Fihri, is an iconic monument in the Muslim world. It is considered the oldest active university in the world. This prestigious site has been a center of knowledge, attracting renowned scholars through the centuries. The architecture of the mosque and university combines visual splendor, with its mosaics, zelliges, and carved wood, while embodying the spirit of the pursuit of knowledge.

Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II

  • 5m
The Moulay Driss Mausoleum in Fes is a sacred site of great beauty, dedicated to Moulay Driss II, the founder of the Idrisid dynasty. With its vibrant zelliges and peaceful atmosphere, this historical site offers a unique immersion into Morocco's spiritual and cultural heritage

Tanneries De Fes

  • 30m
The tanneries of Fes, particularly those of Chouara, are a unique sight where leather is dyed by hand in colorful basins. This ancient process embodies traditional Moroccan craftsmanship, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history of leather in Fes

Location

Activity location

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    Royal Palace of Fez
    • Avenue Omar Ibnou Khattab,
    • 30004, Fes, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Royal Palace of Fez
    • Avenue Omar Ibnou Khattab,
    • 30004, Fes, Morocco

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