Top-Rated Attractions and Things to visit in Fez with your private local guide

Fez is one of the imperial cities of Morocco, and home to the oldest university of all time, Al Quaraouiyine Mosque. However, there are plenty more things to do in Fez than just visit the university or the tanneries. Here are 20 attractions you must see while visiting one of the oldest medinas in the world.

Built in the 14th century, this is a mesmerizing building where you can admire the Moroccan architecture, tile-work, and woodcarvings.

An iconic place to visit to take great pictures, since the palace itself isn’t open to the public.

The iconic gate to the Old Medina, makes for amazing photos with its unique tiles.

This museum is home to woodcarvings, iron work, embroidery, carpets and jewelry inspired from the Hispano-Moorish era in Morocco.

This peaceful oasis, once an imperial garden, is somewhere you can enjoy the lake, sound of birds and fruit trees to get away from the busy medina.

This is the most famous tannery of the world, where animal skins are dyed in the most traditional way.

The oldest university in the world, built in 857 AD. You won’t be able to step inside if you are non-Muslim, but you can get a great view from nearby rooftop terraces.

Famous for its green-tiled minaret, this building is one of the few religious buildings in Fez that can be entered by non-Muslims.

Although it is no longer home to the Jewish community, you can still see its rich history through the architecture and synagogues.

With an amazing collection of arms, Borj Nord also has one of the best views of the medina.

Carpet shopping is a must if you are going to Morocco. All carpets are handmade and each one of them is different from the other.

This Jewish sanctuary was built in the 17th century by a wealthy merchant called Mimoun Ben Sidan.

This square is one of the oldest in the medina, with little shopping stores full of Moroccan handmade goodies.

Located on a hill above Fez, these tombs built in the 13th century contain royal members of the Merenid Dynasty.

Another great monument for intellectuals. This university was built in 1321 and is well known due to the square pool in the heart of the building.

Fes El Jdid is an extension of Fes Medina, built by the Merenids in 1276 because they thought that the medina was too small to built their royal palaces.

If you’re a fan of views, this will definitely be worth the hike. Mount Zalagh is located north of Fez el-Bali and is characterized by picturesque landscapes full of olive groves, grazing goats and soaring birds. From here you’ll be able to see the whole of Old Medina, as well as views of the surrounding area.

In this little factory you’ll get a chance to see how Moroccan pottery and tiles are made from start to finish. You can buy items as they are in the shop, or you can have them custom made and shipped to your home abroad. It’s definitely worth a visit while in Fez.

This vibrant street market is perfect to get little bits and pieces, like Moroccan spices, dried fruit, nuts, and even home-made jam. Take in the different smells of local products and colourful spices, and don’t forget to haggle for a good bargain!