Medina of Fez

Fes

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

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Top hotels in Medina of Fez

Riad Mazar Fes

Riad Mazar Fes

4.5 out of 5
Rue 2 N°12 Arset Bennis Douh Medina Fes Fes Boulmane
Book a stay at this luxury guesthouse in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (605 reviews)
A very beautiful and charming Riad. Staff service was impeccable - very customer oriented and friendly they easily helped with arranging travel to/from the train station and for arranging a guide to tour us around the Medina. Breakfast was delicious. Clean comfortable rooms and quiet setting. Highly ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Riad Mazar Fes
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
5 Derb Ben Slimane Zerbtana Fes
The price is P22,186 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
P22,186
P24,547 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury B&B in Fes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (285 reviews)
Great Riad in Fez.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Riad Fes Maya

Riad Fes Maya

4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Ben Mohammed El Alaoui N°12 Fes Derb Debbagh Bourjouaa
The price is P7,394 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
P7,394
P8,553 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury riad in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
The staff were absolutely kind and professional and kind.The property is also beautiful and steps to shopping and dining…an over all gem!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Riad Fes Maya
Riad Jamaï

Riad Jamaï

4 out of 5
31 oued lahriki sidi boujida Fes Medina
The price is P2,578 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
P2,578
P3,215 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this riad in Fes. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Chouara ...
9/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
Very nice building and reasonable location

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Riad Jamaï
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

5 out of 5
Bab Ziat, Quartier Ziat, Fès Médina Fes
The price is P20,278 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
P20,278
P22,819 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Fes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
Outstanding stay

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
Riad Al Ansari

Riad Al Ansari

4 out of 5
21 derb el miter Fes Fez-Meknès
Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Funduq Kaat Smen and Water ...
10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
The Riad Al Ansari is a beautiful place within walking distance of the medina. The very personal attention the owner and staff gave me helped ensure that my stay in Fez was all I wanted it to be.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Riad Al Ansari
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Other neighbourhoods around Medina of Fez

Empty street in the old medina of Fez, Morocco

Talaa

If you're spending some time in Talaa, Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

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

El Ayoun

While El Ayoun isn't home to many top sights, Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Ayoun
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Ain Azlitan

While Ain Azlitan might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate.

Ain Azlitan
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Fes El Bali

Travelers come to Fes El Bali for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Bou Inania Madrasa and Chouara Tannery while you're in town.

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

Dar Tazi

If you're spending some time in Dar Tazi, Sidi Moussa Tannery and Talisman Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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

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R'habet Zbib

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

R'habet Zbib


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