Fes Tour: Medina, Chouara Tannery, Artisans, Souks & Royal Palace

At a glance

Fes Tour: Medina, Chouara Tannery, Artisans, Souks & Royal Palace is a 6h small-group experience in Fez, Morocco, operated by 3t Travel. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $9 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local Guide professional and Knowledgeable, Only for the full day option., Professional driver.

Quick facts

Duration

6h

Group

Small group, up to 15 travellers

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–15 per booking

Ages

Adult 1–99

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 15m

   The entrance to Fez's Palais Royale is a stunning example of modern restoration, but the 80 hectares of palace grounds are not open to the public.Visitors must be satisfied with viewing its imposing brass doors, surrounded by fine zellige

2. Stop 2 · 10m

   The Ibn Danan Synagogue is a synagogue in Fes, Morocco, dating from the 17th century. It was built by Mimoun Ben Sidan, a wealthy merchant from the town of Ait Ishaq.
   
   the entrance fee is not included; it is 20 DH

3. Stop 3 · 30m

   Ceramics are everywhere in Fez – from the distinctive blue pottery to the intricate mosaics decorating fountains and riads. Art Naji is the place to go to see the real deal being made. The centre is a professional operation, and free guides will take you through the entire production process, from pot-throwing to the painstaking hand painting and laying out of zellige (colourful geometric mosaic tilework) – it’s a joy to behold.

4. Stop 4 · 20m

   The Chaouwara tanneries are one of the city’s most iconic sights (and smells), offering a unique window into the pungent, natural process of producing world-class leather using methods that have changed little since medieval times

5. Stop 5 · 10m

   This museum is in a wonderfully restored funduq, an ancient inn used by travelling merchants who stored and sold their goods below and took lodgings on the floors above. Centred on a courtyard, the rooms are given over to displays of traditional artefacts of craftsmen’s tools, chunky prayer beads and Berber locks, chests and musical instruments. Everything is beautifully presented, although the stunning building gives the exhibits a run for their money. The rooftop cafe has great views over the medina. Photography is forbidden near the exhibits but is allowed in the courtyard and from the rooftop.
   
   Entrance fees not included: 20DH

6. Stop 6

   One of Africa’s largest mosques and possibly the oldest university in the world, this complex is the spiritual heart of Fez and Morocco itself. It's so large that it can be difficult to actually see: over the centuries the streets and houses of the Kairaouine quarter have encroached on the building so much they disguise its true shape. Non-Muslims cannot enter.

7. Stop 7 · 5m

   The Bab Abi al-Jounoud or Bab Bou Jeloud is an ornate city gate and the main western entrance to Fes el Bali, the old city of Fez, Morocco.

8. Stop 8 · 20m

   The Madrasa Bou Inania is a madrasa in Fes, Morocco, founded in AD 1351–56 by Abu Inan Faris. It is widely acknowledged as an excellent example of Marinid architecture
   
   Entrance fees not included: 20DH

Meeting point

Traveller ratings

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• 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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