Fez & Beyond Tours
The Medina on Foot
Walk through the old medina from the riad meetup point to the wood museum, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, Qarawiyyin mosque and university, Islamic madrassa, tanneries, lunch break, and souks.
Why this tour
Walk through the old medina from the riad meetup point to the wood museum, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, Qarawiyyin mosque and university, Islamic madrassa, tanneries, lunch break, and souks.
Itinerary preview
Morning+
Meet at the riad, then walk to the wood museum, the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, the Qarawiyyin mosque and university, and the Islamic madrassa.
Midday+
Continue to the tanneries, then stop for a lunch break inside the medina.
Afternoon+
Finish in the souks, including Souk el Henna, the coppersmith souk, and the dyers souk.
Sense of place
Start with orientation and context so every lane and monument feels connected.
Human-scale moments
Slow pacing, conversation, and time for small encounters shape the day.
Craft and culture
Artisan workshops, architectural details, and quiet courtyards shape the day.
Hospitality
Tea breaks and local welcomes keep the day warm and unhurried.
Included
- Licensed local guide
- Flexible pace through the medina
- Help with the route and stops
Not included
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch
- Personal shopping
Good to know
Meeting point
Bab Bou Jeloud or hotel pickup in Fez
Group size
Private, flexible size
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