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Fes, the Imperial City
Fes el Bali, the old medina of Fes, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world. Founded in the 9th century, it is Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital.
Why we love Fes
Fes el Bali, the old medina of Fes, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world. Founded in the 9th century, it is Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital.
What to see and do
- A full day in the medina with a private historian-guide
- The Al Quaraouiyine, the Bou Inania and Al Attarine madrasas
- The Chouara tannery seen from a private terrace
- Workshops of zellige, brass and leather masters
- A day trip to the Roman city of Volubilis and to Meknes
Where to stay
A restored palace riad inside the medina, with carved cedar, zellige and a courtyard fountain, is the most memorable way to live Fes. Read our guide to Fes luxury riads.
How long to stay
Two nights for the medina; three nights to add Volubilis and Meknes.
Best time to visit
March to May and September to November. Winters are cool and summers hot in Fes.
Tours
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Ask on WhatsAppHow many days should I spend in Fes?
Two full days is the minimum to see the medina properly with a private guide. Add a third to visit Volubilis and Meknes.
Is Fes on the way to the Sahara?
Yes. Many luxury tours drive from Fes to the dunes of Erg Chebbi through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas and the Ziz valley.
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