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

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Medina of Fez

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
5 Derb Ben Slimane Zerbtana Fes
The price is P14,646 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P14,646
P16,251 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
Good location, beautiful Riad, excellent staff, and wonderful restaurant

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (594 reviews)
素晴らしい美術品のコレクションがあり、とても美しいリアドでした。

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Riad Mazar Fes
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 P6,518 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
P6,518
P7,584 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
Classic Riad, clean, excellent service. Meals were delicious and very generous servings.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Riad Fes Maya
Riad Jamaï

Riad Jamaï

4 out of 5
31 oued lahriki sidi boujida Fes Medina
The price is P2,265 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P2,265
P2,865 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (215 reviews)
Very nice building and reasonable location

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Riad Jamaï
Riad Alassala Fes

Riad Alassala Fes

3.5 out of 5
11 Derb El-Hamia Douh Fes
The price is P3,762 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
P3,762
P4,559 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this riad in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Glaoui ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
Great place to stay! Everyone was kind and the riad was very beautiful. Our room was on the third floor and had its own little enclosed terrace overlooking the courtyard. The room had everything except for a phone, but they do have a Whatsapp that you can use to communicate with reception so that ...

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Riad Alassala Fes
Riad Maison Bleue And Spa

Riad Maison Bleue And Spa

4.5 out of 5
33 Derb Miter Talaa Kebira Ain Zliten Fes
The price is P13,491 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P13,491
P15,374 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury riad in Fes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Funduq Kaat Smen and Water Clock are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Beautiful property, lovely and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Riad Maison Bleue And Spa
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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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Qasbah En Nouar

Qasbah En Nouar might not have many top sights, but Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Qasbah En Nouar
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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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