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

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Riad Mazar Fes

Riad Mazar Fes

4.5 out of 5
Rue 2 N°12 Arset Bennis Douh Medina Fes Fes Boulmane
The price is CA $184 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $184
CA $215 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (595 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

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Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
5 Derb Ben Slimane Zerbtana Fes
The price is CA $495 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
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CA $551 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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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! (284 reviews)
Yes, everyone is great. Shout out to abuod, he’s very helpful with my luggage

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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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 CA $286 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $286
CA $330 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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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! (63 reviews)
The staff here are wonderful. They helped us arrange anything we needed in terms of food and rides. They also gave us room upgrades for every member of our party which was a nice suprise. The only downside was one of the bottom floor rooms had live roaches.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Riad Maison Bleue And Spa
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 CA $138 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
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CA $163 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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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! (276 reviews)
Great room and hotel in general. It was a beautiful building. Staff and food were fantastic. Location is good

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Riad Fes Maya
Riad Jamaï

Riad Jamaï

4 out of 5
31 oued lahriki sidi boujida Fes Medina
The price is CA $54 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $54
CA $69 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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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! (217 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 CA $143 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
CA $143
CA $168 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
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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! (120 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, ambience peaceful

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Riad Alassala Fes
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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, Blue Gate and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation 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, Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud 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 Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Qasbah En Nouar
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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 Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud.

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 Saffarin 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, Funduq al-Najjarin and Sidi Moussa Tannery are top sights worth seeing.

Dar Tazi


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