Half-Day Guided Walking Tour in Fez Medina with Chouara Tannery
Sacred sites, artisan workshops and spice-scented alleys
Wind through the alleys, souks and workshops of Fez's old city with a local guide, then watch leather being dyed in the pits of Chouara Tannery, among the oldest in town. It is a private half-day walking tour through the Medina, ending at the blue-tiled Bab Bou Jeloud.
Step-by-step itinerary
Guided walking tour of Fez Medina
- Start at Place Rcif square
- Visit Seffarine Square artisan hub
- Explore Kairaouine Mosque and University
- Visit Al-Attarine Madrasa
- See shrine of Sidi Ahmed Al-Tijani
- Witness Chouara Tannery leather dyeing
- Wander Medina of Fez streets and souks
- Learn about Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II
- Discover Nejjarine Museum and woodworking art
- End at Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate)
- Place R’cif 15m
- Place Seffarine 15m
- Kairaouine Mosque 15m
- Al-Attarine Madrasa Entry included 25m
- Sidi Ahmed Al-Tijani Zawiya 15m
- Chouara Tannery 25m
- Medina of Fez 1h
- Zaouia Moulay Idriss II 15m
- Nejjarine Square Entry included 25m
- Bab Bou Jeloud 15m
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Coffee or tea.
- Professional local guide.
- Every day 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00
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You walk Fez's medina with a local guide, watch copper hammered in Seffarine Square and leather dyed in Chouara Tannery, and finish at the Blue Gate.
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The experience
You begin at Place Rcif, where shops, cafes and vendors crowd a square linking Fez's old and modern sides. Next is Seffarine Square, where metalworkers beat copper and brass into shape and the ringing of hammers fills the air. The Kairaouine Mosque and University, founded in 859 AD, comes next, then the Al-Attarine Madrasa, whose mosaics, carvings and quiet courtyards are yours to explore with entry included.
At the shrine of Sidi Ahmed Al-Tijani your guide explains the Sufi tradition behind it, though entry can be restricted. Then comes Chouara Tannery, where leather is dyed in traditional pits in strong colors, a view that stays with you. Coffee or tea is included.
The labyrinthine streets reveal intricate mosaic work and carved wooden doors, with souks full of textiles, ceramics and traditional treasures. The Nejjarine Museum, housed in the Funduq al-Najjarin, shows hand-carved woodwork and riad architecture. You finish at Bab Bou Jeloud, whose blue and green tiles greet you at the Medina's grand entrance.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Can I go inside the Zaouia Moulay Idriss II?
Entry is restricted to non-Muslims. Your guide still explains the shrine's significance and its deep connection to Fez's history.
Is entry to the Nejjarine Museum included?
Yes, entry to the Nejjarine Museum in the Funduq al-Najjarin is included, where hand-carved woodwork and riad architecture are on show.
Is the Sidi Ahmed Al-Tijani shrine always open to visitors?
Not necessarily, since entry may be restricted. Your guide will explain the shrine's significance and its role in Fez's spiritual life.
Will the route go through narrow streets and crowded souks?
Yes, the route follows winding streets, historic alleys and bustling souks, so expect lively lanes on foot.
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Fez Medina Half-Day Walking Tour with Chouara Tannery
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