Fès is one of the most extraordinary cities on earth — a living, breathing medieval city largely unchanged for 1,000 years. Here’s what you need to know before visiting.
The Medina of Fès el-Bali
The world’s largest car-free urban area, with over 9,000 winding streets, ancient madrasas, tanneries, mosques and souks. A UNESCO World Heritage Site that genuinely transports you back in time.
The Famous Tanneries
The Chouara Tannery is one of the oldest in the world, still using centuries-old methods to dye leather with natural pigments. Best viewed from the surrounding leather shop terraces.
Bou Inania Madrasa
The most beautifully decorated religious school in Morocco — intricate carved plaster, cedar woodwork and zellige tilework covering every surface.
How to Navigate Fès
The medina is genuinely labyrinthine — we strongly recommend a local guide. Our guides know every shortcut, every hidden gem and every story behind every doorway.