{"id":13770,"date":"2026-04-12T05:59:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alfanouscar.com\/blog\/?p=13770"},"modified":"2026-04-12T05:59:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:59:23","slug":"rephrase-the-same-fes-morocco-travel-guide-2026-what-to-see-do-in-a-different-way-no-more-than-118-characters-as-if-you-were-a-native-american-speaker-as-expert-on-content-creation-and-dont-talk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfanouscar.com\/blog\/rephrase-the-same-fes-morocco-travel-guide-2026-what-to-see-do-in-a-different-way-no-more-than-118-characters-as-if-you-were-a-native-american-speaker-as-expert-on-content-creation-and-dont-talk\/","title":{"rendered":"Rephrase the same Fes Morocco Travel Guide 2026: What to See &#038; Do in a different way  no more than 118 characters, as if you were a native American speaker as expert on content creation and dont talk about yourself or your experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong><strong>Fes, Morocco (also spelt Fez), is Morocco\u2019s oldest imperial city, often overlooked as travellers focus on more popular stops. That\u2019s a mistake. Fes, Morocco, offers a completely different energy: intense, layered, and raw. It\u2019s (still) not so polished for tourists \u2014 and that\u2019s exactly why it\u2019s worth your time.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<nav class=\"wp-block-kadence-tableofcontents kb-table-of-content-nav kb-table-of-content-id58008_65e776-51\" role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\"\/>\n<p>I have visited Fes many times and in different years, I always experience it as an unfiltered city that has changed little. The medina feels massive and real \u2014 not staged or curated. It\u2019s home to over 9,000 streets, some so narrow you have to turn sideways to pass. It\u2019s chaotic, easy to get lost in, and full of market life that still runs on a local rhythm. If you\u2019re looking for a deeper, less touristic experience of a Moroccan medina, Fes, Morocco, is where to go.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez view panorama new town\" class=\"wp-image-58055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fes Medina panoramic view<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fes Morocco: historical importance<\/h2>\n<p>Fes was established in the late 8th century by Idris I, a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, who fled to Morocco and founded the Idrisid dynasty. The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Zawiya_of_Moulay_Idris_II\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mausoleum of Idris I in Fes<\/a> is considered a sacred religious site. It functions like a shrine (ziyarah site)\u2014a place where Muslims come to pay respects. Only Muslims are allowed to enter the mausoleum, while non-Muslims can view the entrance from the outside (photo below).<\/p>\n<p>Fes is one of Morocco\u2019s four imperial cities and served as the country\u2019s capital multiple times. First under the Idrisid dynasty around 809 AD, and later under the Marinid dynasty in the 13th century. It remained a political centre until the capital eventually shifted to Rabat in the 20th century.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id58008_34c29e-14 alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kb-theme-content-width\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column58008_585a6f-3d kb-section-dir-vertical kb-section-sm-dir-vertical-reverse\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded wp-duotone-unset-1\" style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54528 lazyload\" style=\"width:179px;height:auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondinemaroke.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rasa_barcaite_blondine_maroke.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondinemaroke.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rasa_barcaite_blondine_maroke.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54528\" style=\"width:179px;height:auto\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column58008_d6cc3d-cf\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;font-size:46px;line-height:1\">Your Morocco trip begins here<\/p>\n<p><em>10 years in Morocco<em>. Boutique planning for curious travellers<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Fes is the second-largest city in Morocco, with a population of approximately 1.3 million people as of 2025. The city covers about 320 km\u00b2. Its historic medina, called Fes el-Bali, is one of the world\u2019s largest and oldest pedestrian-only urban areas, with over 9,000 narrow streets. This maze-like layout makes it a unique and authentic example of a traditional Moroccan medina. Much larger and more easily to get lost in than in Marrakech.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58035\" alt=\"morocco fez street caffee locals\" class=\"wp-image-58035 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58035\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez street caffee locals\" class=\"wp-image-58035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina25.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58058\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58058 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Zaouia_Moulay_Idriss_II.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"58078\" alt=\"morocco fez The mausoleum of Idris I in Fes\" class=\"wp-image-58078 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1200\" data-eio-rheight=\"900\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"58078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez The mausoleum of Idris I in Fes\" class=\"wp-image-58078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina30-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long to stay in Fez?<\/h2>\n<p>Fes is a beautiful but large city to explore. If you have two days, that\u2019s the perfect amount of time to see the main sights without rushing. One day, you can explore Medina. Another day \u2013 a bit of a new town, walk in the gardens, take a cooking class or food tasting tour. One day can work, but you\u2019ll need to move quickly. More than two days makes sense only if you want to dive deeper into the city or add extra day trips nearby.<\/p>\n<p>Fes fits nicely into a 10-day Morocco itinerary, especially if you\u2019re combining it with a desert trip or a visit to Chefchaouen. Just keep in mind that distances in Morocco are long. E.g., the drive from Marrakech to Fes takes about six to seven hours. If you need help planning, book my video consultation or custom itinerary planning services. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58043 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37.jpg 1728w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"683\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina37.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Fes:<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Car: Renting a car in Morocco (I recommend <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=Blondieinmorocco\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.discovercars.com<\/a>) or booking a private transfer gives you flexibility but involves long drives (around 7 hours\u2019 drive from Marrakech or the Sahara desert).<\/li>\n<li>Train: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ONCF company <\/a> trains (read more in my post Intercity buses and trains in Morocco. A Traveler\u2019s Guide) connect Marrakech, Rabat, and Casablanca with Fes.<\/li>\n<li>Bus: Companies like <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ctm.ma\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CTM<\/a> and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supratours.ma\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supratours<\/a> run regular buses from Marrakech, Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Tangier, Chefchouen (only CTM) and other cities to Fes.<\/li>\n<li>Flight: Flying is the fastest option. Fes is served by <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fezairport.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fes-Sa\u00efs Airport<\/a> (40-minute drive from Medina), with direct flights from Marrakech Menara Airport (check Ryanair flights), Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (check Royalairmaroc flights), and Agadir Al Massira Airport (check Ryanair flights).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>P.S. Taxis and cars are not allowed inside the Medina of Fes. If your riad is located deeper inside, you\u2019ll need to walk from the nearest gate. Ask your riad which gate is closest for drop-off (especially for taxi drivers, as they will not know most of the riads), or where to park if you\u2019re driving. Some riads offer staff to meet and walk you in\u2014don\u2019t forget to tip them. At night, parts of the Medina\u2014especially deeper inside\u2014can be dark and uncomfortable to navigate. For my clients, I always recommend riads in convenient locations or personally arrange for someone to meet them on arrival. You can book my A to Z itinerary services to have a stress-free experience in Fez. <\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58095\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58095 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58095\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58026\" alt=\"fez street narrow medina\" class=\"wp-image-58026 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58026\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fez street narrow medina\" class=\"wp-image-58026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow_alley.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"58099\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58099 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1000\" data-eio-rheight=\"1000\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"58099\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_Medina_Fez_Morocco_streets2-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58031\" alt=\"morocco fez medina\" class=\"wp-image-58031 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58031\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez medina\" class=\"wp-image-58031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fez Morocco: places to visit<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FES MEDINA (Fes el-Bali)<\/h3>\n<p>Fes el-Bali (that\u2019s how the Medina\/old town of Fez is called) contains over 9,000 narrow alleys\u2014mostly car-free and easily maze-like. Souk Seffarine (coppersmiths street market) is also a highlight, where the rhythmic hammering creates an unforgettable soundtrack to the medina. So the Medina is a huge attraction itself, where you can get lost for hours, discovering its street vendors, food and unique architecture. <\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bou Inania &amp; Al\u2011Attarine Madrasas<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58025\" alt=\"morocco fez girl madrasa al attarine\" class=\"wp-image-58025 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez girl madrasa al attarine\" class=\"wp-image-58025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_islam.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58049\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58049 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58049\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine_architecture.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58050\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58050 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_madrasa_al_attarine.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1015\" data-id=\"58037\" alt=\"fez Bou Inania Madrasa\" class=\"wp-image-58037 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-1024x1015.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-1024x1015.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-300x297.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-768x761.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27.jpg 1195w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"1015\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1015\" data-id=\"58037\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-1024x1015.jpg\" alt=\"fez Bou Inania Madrasa\" class=\"wp-image-58037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-1024x1015.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-300x297.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27-768x761.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina27.jpg 1195w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>A madrasa is a historical Islamic school that taught theology, law, grammar, and sometimes science, usually with boarding for students. While Marrakech\u2019s Ben Youssef Madrasa is the most famous, the madrasas in Fes are quieter and equally rich in detail.  <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">These two were built under the Marinid dynasty in the 14th century: Madrasa\u00a0Al-Attarine\u00a0(1323\u20131325) near the spice market, and Madrasa Bou Inania (1350\u20131355), which is the only madrasa in Fes with an active mosque and a central fountain fed by a nearby river.<\/span> Both have ornate zellij tilework, carved stucco, and cedar wood ceilings. At their peak, these madrasas housed dozens of students from across Morocco and the Islamic world. Entry is 20 MAD (~2 EUR) each. Visit early to avoid crowds.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts &amp; Crafts <\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"932\" data-id=\"58135\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58135 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1-768x930.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"770\" data-eio-rheight=\"932\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"932\" data-id=\"58135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts1-768x930.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"928\" data-id=\"58136\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58136 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2.jpg 784w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2-768x909.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"784\" data-eio-rheight=\"928\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"928\" data-id=\"58136\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2.jpg 784w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts2-768x909.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"926\" data-id=\"58134\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58134 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3-768x924.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"770\" data-eio-rheight=\"926\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"926\" data-id=\"58134\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Nejjarine_Museum_Wooden_Arts_Crafts3-768x924.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Located in an 18th-century funduq (also called a caravanserai), Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts &amp; Crafts (or Funduq al-Najjarin) focuses on traditional Fassi woodworking tools and craftsmanship. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">A\u00a0<em>funduq<\/em>\u00a0was a roadside inn for travelling merchants, which also served as a warehouse and trading centre.<\/span> Funduq al-Najjarin was historically linked to the Makhzen (royal administration) and played a key role in commercial activity in Fes. The name <em>al-Najjarin<\/em> means \u201ccarpenters,\u201d referring to the nearby carpenters\u2019 souq that still exists today.<\/p>\n<p>The funduq likely continued operating as a merchant inn and warehouse until the early 20th century. Before colonial rule, a small number of rooms were owned by Jewish merchants. Today, the restored building houses a museum across multiple floors. Visitors can explore finely detailed woodwork, tools, and decorated doors, then climb to the rooftop terrace for panoramic views over the medina. Entry is 20 MAD (2 EUR)<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58034\" alt=\"Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts Fez\" class=\"wp-image-58034 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58034\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts Fez\" class=\"wp-image-58034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina24.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58033\" alt=\"Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts Fez\" class=\"wp-image-58033 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58033\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts Fez\" class=\"wp-image-58033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina23.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"645\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58149\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58149 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-645x1024.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-645x1024.jpeg 645w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-189x300.jpeg 189w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-768x1219.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-968x1536.jpeg 968w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes.jpeg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"645\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"645\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58149\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-645x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-645x1024.jpeg 645w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-189x300.jpeg 189w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-768x1219.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes-968x1536.jpeg 968w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_Batha_Museum_Fes.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Originally a\u00a0royal palace\u00a0built in the late 19th century by Sultan Hassan I and completed under Sultan Abdelaziz, Dar Batha was converted into a museum in 1915 (by the way, it was renovated &amp; re-opened in March 2025, so many negative reviews about the condition of this museum are from older times).<\/span> \u00a0The entrance fee is 60 dirham and absolutely worth it.\u00a0 Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts houses a collection of over 6,500 objects, including ceramics, woodwork, textiles, and manuscripts, showcasing traditional Moroccan arts and crafts. I love its peaceful garden\u2014it\u2019s a calm and shaded place to walk after a busy stroll through the medina. The museum is located in my favourite Batha neighbourhood in Fes Medina, easy to access, and there are many nice cafes around (around the museum is a good location to look for riads \u2013 check the map).<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58150 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1200\" data-eio-rheight=\"900\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_University_al_qarawiyyin-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>The University of Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859 AD in Fes, is the oldest continuously operating degree-granting university in the world. It is also a functioning mosque, and uniquely, it was founded by a woman\u2014Fatima al-Fihri, a wealthy and educated Muslim\u2014making it one of the few historic Islamic institutions with female origins. For over a thousand years, Al Quaraouiyine has been a major centre of Islamic scholarship, law, mathematics, astronomy, and theology, reinforcing Fes\u2019s status as a spiritual and intellectual capital of the Muslim world.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<\/figure>\n<p>As it remains an active place of worship, entry is restricted to Muslims only. Non-Muslim visitors may respectfully view the mosque-university complex from the outside.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maristan of Sidi Frej<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"morocco fez Maristan of Sidi Frej menthal hospital\" class=\"wp-image-58168 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1200\" data-eio-rheight=\"1200\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez Maristan of Sidi Frej menthal hospital\" class=\"wp-image-58168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina31-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>The Maristan of Sidi Frej in Fes was the first hospital for mental and psychological illnesses in the world. It was also one of the oldest multi-speciality hospitals. Built in the 13th century by the Marinids, it functioned until the 20th century. You can\u2019t go inside today as the original building is gone. A funduq with small shops stands in its place. You can still see the hospital sign from the outside. The building is between Tala\u2019a Kebira and the Zawiya of Moulay Idris II It opens onto a quiet square with trees, and this used to be the henna market (Souq el-Henna). Even though it may look like nothing special \u2013 just a name marking the historical place, I liked the atmosphere of this little square.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dar al-Magana (Water Clock)<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"955\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58057\" alt=\"morocco fez water clock medina Dar al-Magana\" class=\"wp-image-58057 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-955x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-955x1024.jpg 955w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-280x300.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-768x823.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock.jpg 1194w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"955\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"955\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58057\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-955x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez water clock medina Dar al-Magana\" class=\"wp-image-58057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-955x1024.jpg 955w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-280x300.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock-768x823.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_water_clock.jpg 1194w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 955px) 100vw, 955px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"620\" data-id=\"58173\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58173 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-1024x620.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-1024x620.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2.jpg 1036w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"620\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"620\" data-id=\"58173\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-1024x620.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-1024x620.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dar_al-Magana-2.jpg 1036w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Located across from Bou Inania Madrasa, this 14th-century hydraulic water clock was completed in 1357. It was built to mark Islamic prayer times using a system of 12 or 13 brass bowls and wooden doors that opened and closed throughout the day. The mechanism no longer works, but the restored fa\u00e7ade and wooden beams remain visible from the street. If you don\u2019t know, you probably would not even notice this clock. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">It\u2019s also not easy to understand how the clock worked just by looking at it, so it\u2019s a good idea to\u00a0look up some historical d<\/span>iagrams\u00a0to visualise the mechanism. The clock can only be viewed from the outside.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chouara Tannery Fes<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58052\" alt=\"fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58052 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-768x1024.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint.jpeg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58052\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_mint.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58051\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58051 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries_leather.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58053\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58053 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-768x1024.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries.jpeg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_tanneries.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58040\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58040 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez tanneries leather\" class=\"wp-image-58040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina33.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The iconic image and place in Fes Morocco \u2013 the historical tanneries. While Chouara is the most famous tannery in Fez, there are also smaller ones like Sidi Moussa and Ain Azliten, which offer a quieter, less crowded experience.<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/po5yomzNB0oBRJ0wm\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Chouara Tannery <\/a> is dating back to the 11th century, it is the largest and oldest tannery in the city and still operates using traditional techniques. Chouara tannery is instantly recognisable by its large stone vats filled with natural dyes and soaking agents used to process animal hides into leather. The process is entirely natural and hasn\u2019t changed for centuries. Animal skins are first soaked in a mixture of water, quicklime, and pigeon droppings\u2014an effective natural source of ammonia. Visiting the tannery is free, but it\u2019s accessed through surrounding leather shops, which offer rooftop terraces overlooking the vats. <\/p>\n<p>Often, a shop worker will greet you at the door, offer a sprig of mint to mask the intense smell, and explain the leather-making process. While there\u2019s no obligation to purchase anything, you can still buy some simple leather wallets or shoes (I love the smell of the authentic leather in my purchased wallet there). You can view the colourful dye vats from the terrace viewpoints above the shops. If you\u2019re brave enough, you can ask one of the workers below to take you down to the dyeing area for more dramatic, close-up photos \u2014 but be prepared to tip generously and tolerate the intense smell.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate)<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58020 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate.jpg 1728w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"683\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Fez_Bab_Boujloud_Blue_gate.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Bab Bou Jeloud, originally built in the early 12th century under the Almoravid dynasty, serves as the western entrance to Fes el-Bali. Its distinctive blue and green tilework fa\u00e7ade was added in 1913 during the French Protectorate. The gate is a popular meeting point and a practical place to begin exploring the historic medina. After you enter the Bab Bou Jeloud, there are many small cafes and medinas shops. It\u2019s a convenient area to stay because it\u2019s close to the main road, making access easier if you are arriving by taxi or car. The location offers both easy entry to the medina and nearby amenities.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Anou Cooperative Artisans store<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58202\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58202 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Annou_collective_Fes_Morocco.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58203\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58203 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58203\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_cafe_clock_cafe_Morocco.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"663\" data-id=\"58204\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58204 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51-226x300.jpg 226w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"500\" data-eio-rheight=\"663\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"663\" data-id=\"58204\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-08-06-at-09.15.51-226x300.jpg 226w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>I want to shortly mention this place \u2013 <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theanou.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Anou women Artisan cooperative <\/a>store \u2013 Women\u2019s Carpet Workshop, in Fes. It is a fair-trade carpet showroom and workspace run by local Amazigh (Berber) women. It\u2019s part of a wider artisan network that helps preserve traditional Moroccan weaving while ensuring artisans are paid directly and fairly. Visitors can watch the women at work, learn about natural dyes and weaving techniques, and purchase authentic, handmade rugs and other goods (pillow cases, pouffes, etc) with transparent pricing\u2014no pressure or bargaining required. They have their cooperatives all over Morocco; you can even visit them, check their website and book a tour (many in rural areas).  Next to the Anou shop, there is the famous cultural <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cafeclock.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cafe Clock<\/a> (that also has branches in Marrakech and Chefchouen) \u2013 so you can check Anou and maybe purchase something and then have lunch at Cafe Clock. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FES NEW TOWN (Ville Nouvelle)<\/h3>\n<p>Most tourists stay in the Fes Medina, while the New Town is less popular for exploring. However, the Ville Nouvelle has many hotels and offers a quieter stay without the hustle of the medina\u2019s narrow streets. From there, you can easily explore the city on your own. Taxis are widely available, making it convenient to travel between the New Town and other areas.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avenue Hassan II &amp; Colonial Squares<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"375\" data-id=\"58153\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58153 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares-300x176.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"375\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"375\" data-id=\"58153\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Avenue-Hassan-II-Colonial-Squares-300x176.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58154\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58154 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"768\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58154\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fez_new_town.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58048\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58048 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"768\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_panorama_view.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Built during the French Protectorate (from 1912 onward), this broad Avenu Hassan II boulevard is lined with caf\u00e9s, shops, and mixes Art Deco and neo\u2011Moorish architecture. Key public spaces include Place de la R\u00e9sistance, Place Florence, and Place Ahmad El Mansour.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlasobscura.com\/places\/borj-nord-arms-museum\" rel=\"noopener\">Borj Nord Arms Museum<\/a><\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58047\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58047 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49.jpg 1152w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"768\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58047\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina49.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" data-id=\"58186\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58186 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1000\" data-eio-rheight=\"750\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" data-id=\"58186\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fes_Morocco_panoramic_view_Medina-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58019\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58019 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama.jpg 1500w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"768\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58019\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Borj_Nord_museum_panorama.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Housed inside a 16th-century Portuguese-style fortress, the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/aWXId1NVPM0dQGL6o\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Borj Nord Arms Museum<\/a> opened in 1963 and displays an extensive collection of Moroccan and medieval weapons. The museum has around 13 rooms featuring 775 military items from a larger collection of 5,000 arms. All the writing and descriptions are in French, Arabic, and English. Located just outside the medina walls, it is accessible by car, taxi, or even walking from the Medina is not too far. The museum is worth visiting not only for its historical exhibits but also for panoramic views of Fes. The entrance fee was about 60 MAD in 2025 (forgot the price after my visit). There is ample parking nearby for visitors. If you enjoy walking, you can return to the medina by passing near the old cemetery, which is not open to non-Muslims.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marinid Tombs Fes<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58022\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58022 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco.jpg 864w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58022\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_Morocco.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"58023\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58023 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama.jpg 1728w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"683\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"58023\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Marinid_tombs_view_panorama.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1440\" data-id=\"58183\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58183 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1440\" data-eio-rheight=\"1440\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1440\" data-id=\"58183\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez Marinid Tombs\" class=\"wp-image-58183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Fes_Marinid_tombs-edited-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Currently (2025) Marinid Tombs  are closed for renovation. I love this spot for great panoramic views of Fes, and for watching the sunset (free to visit). Located on a hill overlooking Fes medina, the 14th-century <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/THMmGmTKSePimbWnB\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Marinid Tombs<\/a> were built under the Marinid dynasty. These tombs are believed to have housed members of the royal family, although the exact individuals buried here remain unidentified. Today, the structures are mostly ruins, with only partial walls and arches still standing. It is about a 40-minute uphill walk from the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud) or a short drive with nearby parking. The Marinid Tombs are visible from the Borj Nord Arms Museum. Until renovations are complete, the museum terrace offers panoramic views of Fes.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Royal Palace Gates (Dar el-Makhzen)<\/strong><\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"661\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58156 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez-768x508.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1000\" data-eio-rheight=\"661\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Royal-Palace-Gates-Fez-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Located in the new town, the Royal Palace of Fez, known as <em>Dar el-Makhzen<\/em>, is not open to the public, but its massive brass doors are a major attraction. The gates, located at Place des Alaouites, feature intricate zellij tilework, carved cedar wood, and polished bronze. Built in the 1960s, they led to a 14th-century palace complex still used by the king during visits to the city. Photos are allowed outside, but no entry is permitted.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mellah (Jewish district) of Fez<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<\/figure>\n<p>The Mellah of Fes Morocco is the oldest Jewish quarter in Morocco, established in the 15th century. Located near the Royal Palace, it was a walled district where the Jewish community lived under royal protection. The area features distinct Andalusian-style balconies, narrow alleys, and historic synagogues, such as the<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/oNH2ZdG4sb6utthf7\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Ibn Danan Synagogue <\/a>and the Jewish cemetery of Fes. Though many Jews left in the mid-20th century, the Mellah remains a significant site reflecting centuries of Jewish life in Fes. If you are coming by car, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/H59F69e5CpBCNiHX8\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">park next to<\/a> the Royal Palace and then walk around. By the way, remember the word \u201cMellah\u201d, meaning a Jewish quarter in a Moroccan city, traditionally a walled area where Jewish communities resided. There is also a Mellah (Jewish district) in Marrakech Medina and other cities in Morocco.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jnan Sbil Gardens<\/h5>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58021 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens.jpg 1728w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"683\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Jnan_Sbil_gardens.jpg 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Created in the 18th century and restored in 2011, Jnane Sbil Gardens in Fes cover 7.5 hectares of greenery, fountains, shaded walkways, and traditional water wheels. Inside, you\u2019ll find palm-lined avenues, a central pond, decorative fountains, historic norias (water wheels), and a wide variety of native and exotic plants like bamboo, citrus, and roses. The gardens offer quiet benches, views of the medina\u2019s ramparts, and a peaceful contrast to the city\u2019s bustle. Free entrance, after the walk in the garden, I love to sit down in the nearby <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g293733-d1080084-Reviews-Mezzanine_Fes-Fez_Fez_Meknes.html\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mezzanine restaurant lounge <\/a>for a glass of wine or beer.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Stay in Fes Morocco<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58238\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58238 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fes_riad.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"58235\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58235 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7-225x300.jpg 225w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"700\" data-eio-rheight=\"933\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"58235\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes7-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"575\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58027\" alt=\"fez street narrow medina\" class=\"wp-image-58027 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-575x1024.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-575x1024.jpeg 575w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow.jpeg 642w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"575\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"575\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58027\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-575x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"fez street narrow medina\" class=\"wp-image-58027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-575x1024.jpeg 575w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina_street_narrow.jpeg 642w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58041\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58041 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58041\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina35.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58042\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58042 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58042\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina36.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Fez has many traditional riads\u2014Moroccan guesthouses often tucked away inside the medina (old town). Compared to other cities, especially Marrakesh, riads in Fes Morocco are generally much larger and with way more traditional decorations. Expect elaborate tilework, carved plaster, cedarwood ceilings, and dense layers of decoration. For some (including me), the richness of design can feel overwhelming\u2014but it\u2019s part of what makes Fez unique.<\/p>\n<p>The Fez medina is one of the largest in the world, with thousands of narrow alleys and hidden corners. Many Medina streets at night have no light, making them tricky and uncomfortable to navigate. Always double-check the location of your riad before booking. Some are deep inside the medina and challenging to access, especially without GPS. I recommend staying near the Blue Gate or in the Batha area. Both are easier to reach, relatively quiet, and still very central in the Medina. You can also stay in the New Town if you prefer modern hotels and direct road access.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"579\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58211\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58211 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-579x1024.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-579x1024.jpeg 579w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-170x300.jpeg 170w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-768x1358.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-869x1536.jpeg 869w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1.jpeg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"579\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"579\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58211\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-579x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-579x1024.jpeg 579w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-170x300.jpeg 170w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-768x1358.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1-869x1536.jpeg 869w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel1.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 579px) 100vw, 579px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58210\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58210 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58210\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58212\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58212 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/riad_fes_morocco_hotel2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58046\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58046 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48.jpg 1824w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"768\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez\" class=\"wp-image-58046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina48.jpg 1824w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fes riads: my suggestions<\/h5>\n<p>I can recommend a few riads in Fes Morocco Medina. If you like more minimalistic, clean interiors, check the boutique <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.riad-anata.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Riad Anata<\/a>. It is located in the Batha neighbourhood, allowing you to check other riads in the area. Riad Anata can be a good location reference point with a parking space nearby, and everything is easy to access. Nearby, you can check the luxurious, Arabic fairytale-like <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en-gb.html?aid=311984&amp;label=riad-salam-fes-PzOm3Y2DGkxjTFkvS_r%2A5QS393922139407%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap%3Aneg%3Afi%3Atikwd-17925788608%3Alp9198606%3Ali%3Adec%3Adm%3Appccp%3DUmFuZG9tSVYkc2RlIyh9YTQUGSsRwx9_3qo3uPTHyoo&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;lang=en-gb&amp;do_availability_check=1&amp;highlighted_hotels=243080&amp;checkin=2025-10-02&amp;redirected=1&amp;city=-32910&amp;hlrd=without_av&amp;group_adults=2&amp;source=hotel&amp;group_children=0&amp;checkout=2025-10-04&amp;sid=5f8f5808fdfe6bd560c4aac575dc1cb0#availability_target\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Riad Sama Fes<\/a>. It\u2019s a huge riad for a higher budget with a wow interior and traditionally decorated rooms. The elegant Palais de F\u00e8s Suites &amp; Spa has an amazing rooftop (you can also go there for a drink\/dinner). I also like Riad Laaroussa, Maison Bleue &amp; Spa, and Dar Seffarine. For more budget options, check Medina Social Club (more of a hostel but also has private rooms), Dar Layali Fez, Dar D\u2019or Fes or Dar Al Madina Al Kadima.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Eat in Fes, Morocco<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58036\" alt=\"fez medina restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58036 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58036\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fez medina restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina26.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58032\" alt=\"morocco fez medina restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58032 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"morocco fez medina restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Fez_Medina20.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>There are many places to eat in Fes, but here are a few suggestions to get you started in the Medina:<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">popular places<\/h5>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For lunch or dinner,\u00a0Caf\u00e9 Clock\u00a0is popular. It has locations in Fes, Chefchaouen, and Marrakech, with a lovely rooftop (as well as many events in the evenings, check their website).  <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Another great spot is\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/w4VKCZj3AKIj54mYe\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ruined Garden<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 set up in a garden, popular among tourists (but too touristy for me), so better make a reservation.<\/span> <\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/fvw04SdHm3eCFwOHU\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Fez Caf\u00e9 restaurant of Jardin des Biehn<\/a> is also located in a small garden, as well as a boutique hotel. The restaurant serves even alcohol (difficult to find in Fes Medina). Although the food used to be better for the higher price, I like the garden vibes. <\/li>\n<li>For great food, check out <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/3wzglgrtEzVyr7gFx\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fondouk Bazar<\/a>. I love their menu, a Mix of Lebanese and Moroccan flavours. <\/li>\n<li>Outside the Medina, in front of the Jebel Gardens, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/UwR30YIKBOZ67Ve0r\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mezzanine<\/a> is a lovely rooftop terrace to have a drink (wine\/beer even), often with live music, popular among locals and visitors alike. Simple vibes, food is not wow wow, but love the unpretentious vibes and seeing locals (more evenings). <\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/OErr8HM8hRB76QUB9\" rel=\"noopener\">Berrada_family_restaura<strong>nt \u2013<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong> if you want traditional, not expensive Moroccan food (try beans-lubia), a simple environment. Belongs to a local family, and they might even invite you to their kitchen. <\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/W9FJfPN4hcr3bYrc9\" rel=\"noopener\">Les Myst\u00e8res de Dar Tajine<\/a> \u2013 bit hidden in the Fes Medina, lovely courtyard outside with greenery after the energetic, bustling Medina. Tasty, home-cooked and authentic food. Family-run and very humble and nice people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-16 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58239\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58239 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_cafe.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58237\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant bisara soup\" class=\"wp-image-58237 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant bisara soup\" class=\"wp-image-58237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Fes2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58236\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58236 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58236\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_restaurant_Culture_Box.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58240\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58240 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_Fez_Ruined_garden_restaurant.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58241\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58241 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"58241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"fes morocco cafe restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-58241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Morocco_restaurant_Fes_cafe_clock.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fes restaurants \u2013 local vibes<\/h5>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/g.co\/kgs\/6x11wRw\">Chez Rachid<\/a> \u2013 the Rue Talaa Sghira street in Medina has a few similar street restaurants, if Chez Rachid is full, check others.  I love the sitting in the street vibes, local cheap food, and must-try chicken pastilla (it\u2019s with sugar powder, so it might sound weird, but must try). <\/li>\n<li>If you stay in the Batha neighbourhood in Medina (love it for great location), check <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/en5EjguD6wWAoGny8\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Batha coffee and food <\/a>for simple coffee, desert or even breakfast break \u2013 love the local vibes and sit there just watching people passing by (Moroccans love this activity). <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Next to it,\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/nGwEgJ2t8QE7oSiu5\" rel=\"noopener\">Caf\u00e9 Al Fi<\/a><\/span>rdaous,\u00a0if you want strong coffee and sit with locals (order caf\u00e9 Nous-Nous). <\/li>\n<li>Bisara soup \u2013 must try Moroccan soup, not easy to find, often eaten for breakfast. Check the local <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bN2mbjH8gdYDWrFt6\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Soupe marocaine<\/a> place for the Bisara (in Batha, close to the popular Rue Talaa Sghira). <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Next to it, check\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/7yTid4uUm5VLxvz78\" rel=\"noopener\">Culture Box\u00a0<\/a>\u2013 popular among locals as well, a colourful cultural cafe with nice food.<\/span> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fes restaurants \u2013 upscale options<\/h5>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day Trips from Fes<\/h3>\n<p>Fes is a perfect base to explore northern Morocco\u2019s rich history and culture. Just 40 minutes away by train or car is <strong>Meknes<\/strong>, an imperial city known for its grand gates and royal architecture. From Meknes, you can take a short taxi ride to <strong>Volubilis<\/strong>, a well-preserved Roman archaeological site dating back to the 3rd century AD. Nearby is <strong>Moulay Idriss Zerhoun<\/strong>, a sacred town that until recently did not allow Muslims to stay overnight. It\u2019s a beautiful and authentic village, rich in spiritual history.<\/p>\n<p>On the other side of Fes is <strong>Sefrou<\/strong>, about 30 minutes away, famous for its waterfalls, artisan crafts, and the annual Cherry Festival. Close to Sefrou is <strong>Bhalil<\/strong>, a charming village known for its unique cave houses and pottery workshops. About 3.5 hours from Fes lies <strong>Chefchaouen<\/strong>, the blue city, highly recommended for an overnight stay because of its relaxed atmosphere and stunning mountain views.<\/p>\n<p>Closer to Fes, <strong>Vichy Park<\/strong> offers a local spa and wellness experience inspired by French thermal baths\u2014a nice option if you want a quiet day without leaving the city.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58249 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1000\" data-eio-rheight=\"667\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Morocco_Medina-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-background\">MOST COMMON QUESTIONS:<\/p>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755252640051\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is Fez known for?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fes, Morocco is known for its historic medina, one of the world\u2019s largest car-free urban areas and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city is famous for its centuries-old tanneries, traditional souks, and Islamic architecture, including the Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest continuously operating university in the world. Fez is also renowned for its artisanal crafts, including leatherwork, ceramics, and metalwork, making it a key cultural and historical destination in Morocco.<img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1728\" height=\"1152\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazyload\" alt=\"morocco fez view panorama new town\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view.jpg 1728w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1728\" data-eio-rheight=\"1152\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1728\" height=\"1152\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"morocco fez view panorama new town\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view.jpg 1728w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blondieinmorocco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Fes_Panorama_city_view-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1728px) 100vw, 1728px\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755252702842\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Fez safe for tourists?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fesis safe for tourists, but standard safety precautions apply. As everywhere in general travelling, be aware of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas, and hire licensed guides when exploring the medina. Some streets in the Fes medina can be poorly lit at night. While these areas aren\u2019t dangerous, they can feel uncomfortable, and it\u2019s easy to get lost in the maze-like streets without a guide or map.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755252842321\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the must-see attractions in Fez?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u2013 Al Quaraouiyine University \u2013 world\u2019s oldest continuously operating university<br \/>\u2013 Chouara Tannery \u2013 traditional leather dyeing<br \/>\u2013 Medersa Bou Inania and  Al\u2011Attarine Madrasas \u2013 Islamic architecture and historic madrasa<br \/>\u2013 Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II \u2013 religious site of Fez\u2019s founder<br \/>\u2013 Bab Bou Jeloud \u2013 iconic blue gate of the Fes medina<br \/>\u2013 Fez medina \u2013 UNESCO World Heritage site<br \/>\u2013 Traditional Medina souks \u2013 crafts, spices, textiles, and pottery<br \/>\u2013 Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts &amp; Crafts<br \/>\u2013 Dar Batha Museum of Islamic Arts<br \/>\u2013 Borj Nord Arms Museum<br \/>\u2013 Royal Palace Gates (Dar el-Makhzen)<br \/>\u2013 Mellah (Jewish district) of Fez<br \/>\u2013 Jnan Sbil Gardens<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755253130486\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When is the best time to visit Fez?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best time to visit Fes is in spring (April to May) and autumn (September to December) when temperatures are mild and crowds are smaller. Summer (June to August) can be very hot, especially in the medina, while winter (December to February) is cooler, especially at night, and most buildings\/hotels doesn\u2019t have heating system. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755253216632\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is better, Fez or Marrakech?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fez is better for travellers seeking history, traditional culture, and a less tourist-oriented atmosphere. It has a larger, more authentic medina and is known for artisanal crafts and historic sites. Marrakech offers a mix of tradition and modern tourism, with more nightlife, luxury hotels, and easier transport links. The choice depends on whether you prefer cultural immersion (Fez) or a blend of heritage and modern amenities (Marrakech). Marrakech can offer more activities and day trips around. For Fes, max two days is enough. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755253333611\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I drink alcohol in Fez?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can drink alcohol in Fez, but it is not widely available as in Marrakech. Licensed bars, restaurants, hotels, and some shops sell it, often discreetly. Drinking in public is not allowed, and alcohol consumption is generally done in private or in licensed venues. In Fes Medina, there are few restaurants that sells alcohol, and to buy you need to go to the new town, check Carefour supermarkets. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755253453626\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long is the train from Marrakech to Fez?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The train from Marrakech to Fez takes about 6.5 to 7.5 hours, depending on the service and connections. Check  for tickets and timetables. You can also take train to Fez from Rabat or Casablanca. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1755253534490\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are there day trips from Fez?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Popular day trips from Fez include:<br \/>Meknes \u2013 historic city and UNESCO site (1 hour)<br \/>Volubilis \u2013 ancient Roman ruins (1.5 hours)<br \/>Chefchaouen \u2013 blue-painted mountain town (4 hours)<br \/>Middle Atlas Mountains \u2013 Ifrane, Azrou, and cedar forests (1\u20132 hours)<br \/>Sefrou \u2013 traditional town known for waterfalls and cherry festival (45 minutes)<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Rephrase in a different way as if you were a native American speaker as a content creation expert and do not talk about yourself or your experience in the text and do not show yourself as an artificial intelligence who wrote and fill the bullet point in the topic and speak the heart of the topic itself and dont take date of blog in ther first and dont take text like box of newsliter subscribe on post from content and romove all linke insert in content and and remove all affiliate disclosure phrases on content like this &#8220;This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links that allow us to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 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