⏱️ Fez — 24 hours
Essentials of Fes: tanneries, madrasas, and a taste of local life.
🧭 Guide at a glance
- 💡Start early and prebook one headliner—leave room for a golden-hour view.
- 💡Keep transfers tight; rideshare saves minutes between neighborhoods.
Day 1 — Fes in a day
morning
Tanneries (Chouara) · Fes el-Bali
Start at the iconic tanneries. Best views from the surrounding terraces. Remember the mint sprig!
- ✅Early morning is best to avoid crowds and heat.
midday
Lunch at a local restaurant · Medina
Enjoy traditional Moroccan dishes. Ask for recommendations from locals.
afternoon
Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and University (exterior) · Fes el-Bali
Visit the oldest existing, continually operating higher educational institution in the world. Respect the prayer times.
- ✅Non-Muslims are not allowed inside, but the exterior is stunning.
evening
Dinner at a rooftop restaurant · Medina
End your day with a meal overlooking the medina. Try to book a place with a view of the sunset.
- ✅Reservations recommended, especially during peak tourist season.