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15 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Fez, Morocco

Updated October 13, 2025

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The Blue Gate

Fez, Morocco

The Blue Gate of Fes

The other side is actually green.

Chouara Leather Tannery

Fez, Morocco

Chouara Leather Tannery

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.

Fes el Bali

Fez, Morocco

Fes el-Bali

Thousands of narrow alleyways in an ancient medieval city make up what's believed to be the world's largest car-free urban zone.

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Al-Attarine Madrasa courtyard

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Al-Attarine Madrasa

The courtyard of this small Marinid madrasa is a dazzling example of intricate Islamic architecture.

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Merenid Tombs

Crumbling necropolis set high above Fez.

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Fez, Morocco

University of Al-Karaouine

The oldest known university in the world is in Fez, Morocco.

Dar Batha museum and gardens.

Fez, Morocco

Dar Batha

This former royal palace with gorgeous gardens became the first museum in Morocco.

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British Saloon

One of the few places to grab a beer in Fez is a former British consulate.

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