Fes: The Unmissable Medina and Imperial Treasures

Explore the heart of Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital through Fès el-Bali, a car-free urban labyrinth dating back to the 8th century. This collection highlights the city's architectural heritage, from the intricate brass doors of the Royal Palace to the 9th-century Kairaouine Mosque and University. Discover traditional industries at the ancient leather tanneries and view the city’s sprawling skyline from the hilltop Merenid Tombs or the Borj Nord fort. Museums like Dar Batha showcase refined Moroccan craftsmanship within former palace walls, while the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II marks the sacred center of the medina.

Medina of Fez

Fes el Bali is the oldest walled part of Fez, the second largest city of Morocco.

Tanneries

Rather ambivalent experience - the tanneries are smelly and it can be hassling, too.

Kairaouine Mosque & University

This 9th century mosque is not open to non-Muslims yet it is still worth stopping by and peeking through the doors.

Royal Palace

The Royal Palace or Dar al-Makhzen is the palace of the King of Morocco in the city of Fez, Morocco.

Dar Batha

Dar Batḥa, or Qasr al-Batḥa, is a former royal palace and present-day museum in the city of Fez, Morocco.

Borj Nord

Borj Nord or Burj al-Shamal, Al-Burj ash-Shamali is a fort in the city of Fez, Morocco.

Merenid Tombs

The Marinid Tombs or Merenid Tombs are a set of ruined monumental tombs on a hill above and north of Fes al-Bali, the old city of Fez,…

Marinid Tombs