Featured place
Al Quaraouiyine Mosque & University
One of the world's oldest universities; the courtyard can be viewed from the entrance.
City price guide
What does a trip to Fes really cost?
Explore typical Fes prices for the medina, historic sites, transport, food and riad accommodation in Morocco's spiritual capital.
Daily budget
Per personHow much should you budget each day?
A practical estimate for a day in Fes, excluding flights. Your actual spending will depend on your travel style and choices.
Famous places
What can you see in Fes?
Some of the places travelers come to see most — including what's free and what you'll need to budget for.
Free
Popular place
Bou Inania Madrasa
Ornately decorated 14th-century Islamic school, open to visitors.
Popular place
Chouara Tanneries
Famous leather tanneries viewed from surrounding terraces.
Popular place
Fes el Bali Medina
The world's largest car-free urban area and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Popular place
Dar Batha Museum
Museum of Moroccan arts and crafts housed in a former royal residence.
Popular place
Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts
Museum of woodworking and carpentry housed in a restored 18th-century inn.
Things to do
Activities worth budgeting for
A few experiences that can shape your trip — with a practical idea of what they usually cost.
Medina Guided Tour
3–4 hours
Guided walking tour through the historic medina and landmarks.
150–400 MAD
Moroccan Cooking Class
3–4 hours
Hands-on cooking class with a local host, often including a market visit.
300–800 MAD
Tannery & Leather Workshop Visit
1 hour
Guided visit to the tanneries and a leather workshop.
50–150 MAD
Volubilis Day Trip
Full day
Day trip to the Roman ruins of Volubilis near Meknes.
300–700 MAD
Sufi Music Evening
2 hours
Traditional Sufi or Andalusian music performance, often with dinner.
150–400 MADGetting around
What will transport cost in Fes?
A quick comparison of the options travelers are most likely to use, from the cheapest way to move around to more convenient choices.
Best for short trips
Small taxi
Short trips within Fes, usually metered.
15–35 MADBest for saving money
Grand taxi
Longer routes outside the city.
30–150 MADBest for airport travel
Airport transfer
Transfer between Fes-Saïss Airport and the city.
100–250 MADBest for longer journeys
Local bus
Public transport around the newer parts of the city.
4–8 MAD
Food & drinks
What does eating cost?
Typical prices for the everyday food and drinks travelers are most likely to buy in Fes.
Local breakfast20–45 MAD
Casual local meal35–80 MAD
Mid-range restaurant100–250 MAD
Mint tea8–15 MAD
Coffee10–30 MAD
Prices can be higher around major tourist areas and popular restaurants.
Accommodation
What does a night cost?
Typical nightly prices across different accommodation levels in Fes.
Hostel bed
Budget riad
Mid-range riad
Luxury riad
Prices can change significantly with season, location and demand.
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