Private Walking Tour inside the Medina with a Local Guide
Description
Step into the soul of Fes on this immersive walking tour led by a passionate local guide. I’m Youssef, born and raised in the heart of the Medina, and I’m excited to share with you the stories, traditions, and hidden gems of this magical city. We’ll explore ancient streets filled with history, discover vibrant souks, and meet skilled artisans who still use traditional methods passed down for generations — from tanners and weavers to woodworkers and potters.
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Gain insight into Fez’s spiritual side at the Zawiya of Sidi Ahmed Al Tijani, a key figure in Moroccan Sufism. While non-Muslims may not enter, your guide will provide the deep cultural and religious context of this important site.
Your guide will lead you through the labyrinth of the Medina, where every turn reveals a new wonder—vibrant souks, intricate mosaic facades, and workshops where centuries-old techniques are still practiced today. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city’s vibrant life.
If all the costumers near to this place we will start the tour from there and you will get more information about this gate
Get a front-row seat to one of Fez’s most iconic industries: leather tanning. At Chouara Tannery, you’ll witness ancient techniques still in use today, with vats of vibrant dyes stretching out beneath you in one of the city’s most visually stunning sights.
Here you will discover the second part of the city of fez you will see locals people and one of the famous and old mosque in this place called mosque al andalus
The one of the historic madrasa in fes
Pause at the sacred Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II, the spiritual heart of Fez. Though entry is reserved for Muslims, the site remains a revered symbol of Moroccan heritage, with your guide sharing the stories of this important pilgrimage site.
You will discover the view panoramic of fes and you will take good pictures
Venture to the Kairaouine Mosque, a beacon of Islamic learning founded in 859 AD, and the Andalusian Mosque, each representing Fez’s pivotal role as a center of religious and intellectual life.
Delve into the craftsmanship of Fez’s artisans at the Nejjarine Museum, housed in a beautifully restored caravanserai. From wooden doors to decorative furniture, this museum showcases the deep connection between art and daily life in Fez.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from your riad if it's here in the old medina if your riad located outside in the new town. We can send the meeting point
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(76)
Youssef met us by our predetermined place, was timely and showed us so much more than we had anticipated. Buildings, still partially intact from the 15th century as well as great information about the city.
Decent experience our guide was friendly and shared local insights about Fez. I would recommend getting a walking tour for Fez
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and found your guide friendly and informative. Walking tours are indeed a great way to explore the heart of Fez, and we appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again for more discoveries in Fez!
Majid picked us up directly in our Riad and gave us an unforgettable and guided tour of the Medina. It was a Friday and most of the stalls were closed which made the visit easier as few people were rushing into the Medina, so to advise. Moreover Majid knows the history of fez perfectly and interested us at every corner.
Merci beaucoup pour votre superbe retour ! Nous sommes ravis que la visite guidée avec Majid depuis votre Riad ait été inoubliable. Même un vendredi, avec les échoppes fermées, il est agréable de découvrir la Médina plus tranquillement, et nous sommes heureux que vous ayez pu en profiter pleinement. Majid est passionné par l’histoire de Fès et aime partager chaque détail avec ses visiteurs. Vos commentaires nous motivent à continuer à offrir des expériences authentiques et mémorables.
We had Abdol as a guide and it was great! Go around the Medina a lot and without realizing it was all seen. However, the visit was on a Friday that is very closed because it is the day of prayer but we could still enjoy the Medina and without people almost, most of the people we crossed were locals. Besides, the guide asked us for forgiveness and everything.
¡Muchas gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste del recorrido por la Medina con Abdol y que su guía hizo que todo fuera ameno y rápido sin perder detalle. Entendemos que los viernes algunas zonas estén cerradas por el día de oración, pero nos alegra que igualmente pudieran disfrutar de la Medina y de un ambiente más auténtico con pocos turistas.
Fabulous tour. Taoufik a very good guide everything we asked answered us very kindly to everything. He also speaks Spanish very well. Thank you!!
¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste del recorrido con Taoufik y que su conocimiento y amabilidad hicieron la experiencia agradable. También nos complace que su español haya facilitado la comunicación. Esperamos poder darles la bienvenida nuevamente en Fès para más descubrimientos.
We took a tour of the Medina with Lamiae. This is an excellent guide who knows the Medina very well. We loved the experience and recommend booking with this agency. Everything was done at our own pace and with many interesting anecdotes. Lamiae is a very generous guide! Thank you again.
Merci beaucoup pour votre retour positif ! Nous sommes ravis que la visite de la Médina avec Lamiae vous ait plu et que vous ayez apprécié son savoir, sa générosité et les anecdotes partagées. Votre satisfaction est notre plus grande récompense ! Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour d’autres découvertes à Fès.
We took a beautiful guided tour in the heart of the city's Medina. The guide was extraordinary: very prepared and very kind. You are not limited to tourist spots but he also made us have interesting experiences, like going to eat the typical soup in a small shop of his friend: it was really interesting. We would like to add that the guide was also very good in assisting us in the following days for some small practical difficulties we encountered.
Grazie mille per la vostra splendida recensione! Sono davvero felice che abbiate apprezzato il tour nel cuore della Medina e che l’esperienza sia stata autentica e piacevole. Mi fa molto piacere sapere che avete gradito anche i piccoli momenti fuori dai classici percorsi turistici, come la zuppa tradizionale nel negozietto del mio amico.
Youssef had no tour that day and spontaneously forwarded us to Mohamed. Communication with him was very good. Mohamed was a good tour guide with a lot of knowledge of the sights and history of the Medina. He had an answer to every question. He showed us all sorts of spots from big sights to the craft roads to the tanneries. 1 point deduction because we were with him in 3 shops where products were demonstrated. But we were not pushed to buy.
Vielen Dank für Ihr ehrliches Feedback! Es freut mich sehr zu hören, dass die Kommunikation gut war und dass Mohamed Ihnen eine informative und schöne Tour durch die Medina bieten konnte. Wir arbeiten mit professionellen lokalen Guides zusammen, um sicherzustellen, dass jede Tour ein authentisches Erlebnis wird – auch wenn ich selbst einmal nicht verfügbar bin.
We took the Medina tour in Fez with Youseff. He was incredible. Patient and kind. Spoke excellent English. Knowledgeable. I recommend him highly.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure guiding you through the Medina of Fez. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Your appreciation means a lot to me. You are always welcome back in Morocco, and I would be honored to guide you again in the future!
With only half a day to spend in Fez, this tour was the perfect choice. In more than three hours we explored the different areas of the Medina! Super promoted
Grazie melle
