Free Day in Fes
Fes, Morocco
About This Activity
Lose yourself in Fes el-Bali, the world's largest car-free urban area, wandering souks famous for leather goods, hand-woven carpets, and brass lanterns — everything is reachable on foot through its narrow medieval alleys. Unwind with a traditional hammam session; public baths start around 50 MAD ($5), while private hammams with attendant service run roughly 350 MAD ($35). For a day trip, a combined tour to the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Volubilis, the holy city of Moulay Idriss, and the imperial city of Meknes makes for one of Morocco's best half-day excursions.
Seasonal note: Spring (Mar-May) and fall (Oct-Nov) are ideal; summer is extremely hot in this inland city
See This in an Itinerary
This activity appears in 8 of our curated itineraries.
Best 10 Days in Morocco — Art & Culture
Marrakech → Fes → Chefchaouen
Best 10 Days in Morocco — Based in Fes
Marrakech → Fes → Chefchaouen
Best 14 Days in Morocco — Art & Culture
Marrakech → Fes → Chefchaouen
Best 14 Days in Morocco — History
Marrakech → Fes → Chefchaouen
Best 14 Days in Morocco — from Fes
Fes → Marrakech → Chefchaouen
Best 14 Days in Morocco — Without Walking Tours
Marrakech → Fes → Chefchaouen
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Fes el-Bali Medina Walk
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Royal Palace Gates (Dar el-Makhzen)
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Bou Inania Madrasa, Fez
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