Medina of Fez Travel Guide

Fes

View inside of old medina in Fes, a traditional and old tannery with workers working making methods of leather in the city Fes, Morocco, in april of 2019.
View inside of old medina in Fes, a traditional and old tannery with workers working making methods of leather in the city Fes, Morocco, in april of 2019.
The Chouara Tannery of Fez, Morocco dates back to the 11th century, it operates much the same way it has since its inception. 
In this photo a young man dyes the hides of cows, sheep, goats, and camels inside of stone vessels. The solution that they use to clean and soften the skins is a mixtures of cow urine, pigeon feces, quicklime, salt, and water. #history
Courier inside medina in Fes, Morocco
The Medina of Fes El Bali is the biggest Medina in Morocco and it´s full of life!
Madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains are everywhere! But, be careful, this Medina is also the most labyrinthine, so my advice is to have a local and official guide with you, especially if you have no much time to visit the city  because you´ll probably get lost more than once! ;)
#lifeatexpedia #fes #morocco #medina #lights

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Medina of Fez

Riad Mazar Fes

Riad Mazar Fes

4.5 out of 5
Rue 2 N°12 Arset Bennis Douh Medina Fes Fes Boulmane
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (601 reviews)
A gem. Super friendly and accommodating staff.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Riad Mazar Fes
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
5 Derb Ben Slimane Zerbtana Fes
The price is ₹30,437 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
₹30,437
₹33,760 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (285 reviews)
Great Riad in Fez.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Riad Fes Maya

Riad Fes Maya

4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Ben Mohammed El Alaoui N°12 Fes Derb Debbagh Bourjouaa
The price is ₹8,437 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹8,437
₹10,081 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury riad in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
I spent three nights in this hotel, which was first built in the 14th century (I was told). I appreciate the room upgrade they offered. The upgraded room (a suite) is located on the 1st floor. It is a huge, very clean room with a flight of stairs inside. Both the dressing room and the bathroom/toilet ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Riad Fes Maya
Riad Jamaï

Riad Jamaï

4 out of 5
31 oued lahriki sidi boujida Fes Medina
The price is ₹3,873 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹3,873
₹4,848 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this riad in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Chouara ...
9/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
Very nice building and reasonable location

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Riad Jamaï
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

5 out of 5
Bab Ziat, Quartier Ziat, Fès Médina Fes
The price is ₹26,225 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
₹26,225
₹30,091 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
Outstanding stay

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
Ryad Alya

Ryad Alya

4 out of 5
8 Bis Derb El Guebbas Fes
Stay at this spa riad in Fes. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (163 reviews)
This was a fabulous hotel and the service was excellent! The staff were very attentive and offered us complimentary mint tea and cookies after our Medina adventures each day. Breakfast was different each day and my husband loved the tomato jam. They serve breakfast in the courtyard during winter/spring ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Ryad Alya
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Other neighbourhoods around Medina of Fez

Empty street in the old medina of Fez, Morocco

Talaa

While visiting Talaa, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Gate and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation.

Talaa
An iconic sight for sure, the tanneries of Fes was absolutely interesting to take in. As well as the smell, which wasn't as bad as I anticipated - and they gave us a bundle of mint to smell if it got too bad. :)

Here you can see all the different colors of leather dyed...and dried...and here you will find the biggest selections and best prices for leather products at the surrounding leather shops that have a veranda to see the men at work below.

Yes, yes I did acquire a bag while I was there - and it has Berber carpet on it too - double score! :)

El Ayoun

Though El Ayoun may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud.

El Ayoun
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Ain Azlitan

Ain Azlitan might not have many top sights, but Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ain Azlitan
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Fes El Bali

4/5(46 area reviews)

Fes El Bali is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Saffarin Madrasa and Chouara Tannery while you're in town.

Fes El Bali
The Medina of Fes El Bali is the biggest Medina in Morocco and it´s full of life!
Madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains are everywhere! But, be careful, this Medina is also the most labyrinthine, so my advice is to have a local and official guide with you, especially if you have no much time to visit the city  because you´ll probably get lost more than once! ;)
#lifeatexpedia #fes #morocco #medina #lights

Dar Tazi

While visiting Dar Tazi, you might make a stop by sights like Sidi Moussa Tannery and Talisman Art Gallery.

Dar Tazi
This beautiful wooden fretwork separates the reading room from the book stacks, which we did not have access to.  You might notice that the design mirrors the fretwork on the outside of the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

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R'habet Zbib

When in R'habet Zbib, you can plan a visit to Saffarin Madrasa and Chouara Tannery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

R'habet Zbib


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