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Fes, Fes-Meknes, Morocco
1 week in Fez
A vast medieval medina and Morocco's cultural heart. Here's how to spend 1 week in Fez: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 1 week Fez trip is April, May and September. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.
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Length
1 week
Best time
April, May, September
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Your 1 week Fez itinerary, day by day
1
Day 1
09:00
Siege of Fez (1912)~$5
The Siege of Fez was a military operation carried out by Moroccan resistance fighters under the leadership of Sherif Muhammad al-Hijami and Sidi Raho between 25 May and 2 June 1912
12:30
Fès-Boulemane~$5
Fès-Boulemane was formerly one of the sixteen regions of Morocco from 1997 to 2015. It was situated in an agricultural region of northern Morocco, and borders Rif Mountains to the
16:00
Fez-Meknes~$5
Fez-Meknes is one of the twelve administrative regions of Morocco. Located in the north-central part of the country, it is known for its cultural and historical heritage, spiritual
2
Day 2
09:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
12:30
Capture of Fez (1554)~$5
The Conquest of Fez or Capture of Fez took place in 1554 between the Algerian forces of Salah Rais and the ruler of the Saadi Sultanate, Mohammed ash-Sheikh. The battle took place
16:00
Fez railway station~$5
The Fez railway station is the main station in the Moroccan city of Fez. While there are secondary stations for local connections, this station serves long-distance mainline trains
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Day 3
09:00
Fez, Morocco~$5
Fez or Fes is a city in northern inland Morocco and the capital of the Fez-Meknes administrative region. It is one of the largest cities in Morocco, with a population of 1.256 mill
12:30
1465 Fez revolt~$5
The 1465 Fez revolt was a popular uprising in the Marinid capital of Fez against Sultan Abd al-Haqq II, the final ruler of the Marinid dynasty, and his Jewish vizier, Harun ibn Bat
16:00
Bab al-Amer~$5
Bab al-Amer is one of the historic city gates of Fez, Morocco. It was the southwestern entrance to Fes el-Jdid, the royal city founded in 1276 by the Marinids west of Fes el Bali.
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Day 4
09:00
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University~$5
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University is a university in Fez city, Morocco, which was founded in 1975. It is named for Mohammed ben Abdallah.
12:30
Ibn Danan Synagogue
The Ibn Danan Synagogue is a synagogue located in the Mellah of Fez, Morocco. The first synagogue on the site was built in the 17th century but the building has been destroyed, par
16:00
Al Fassiyine Synagogue
The Al Fassiyine Synagogue or Slat Al Fassiyine is a synagogue located in the Mellah of Fez, Morocco. Reputed to be one of the oldest synagogues in Fez, it was one of the few synag
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Day 5
09:00
Mellah of Fez~$18
The Mellah of Fez is the historic Jewish quarter (Mellah) of Fez, Morocco. It is located in Fes el-Jdid, the part of Fez which contains the Royal Palace, and is believed to date fr
12:30
Royal Palace of Fez~$18
The Royal Palace or Dar al-Makhzen is the palace of the King of Morocco in the city of Fez, Morocco. Its original foundation dates back to the foundation of Fes el-Jdid, the royal
16:00
Lalla ez-Zhar Mosque
The Lalla ez-Zhar Mosque, or al-Zahr Mosque, is a mosque located in Fes el-Jdid in the historic old city of Fez, Morocco. It is also known by the name Jama’ el-Hajjar, probably in
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Day 6
09:00
Bab Semmarine~$5
Bab Semmarine is the monumental southern gate of Fes el-Jdid, a part of the old city of Fez, Morocco.
12:30
Fes Jdid~$5
Fes Jdid or Fes el-Jdid is one of the three parts of Fez, the second largest city of Morocco. It was founded by the Marinids in 1276 as an extension of Fes el Bali and as a royal c
16:00
Local food tour of Fes~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Fes.
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Day 7
09:00
Siege of Fez (1912)~$5
The Siege of Fez was a military operation carried out by Moroccan resistance fighters under the leadership of Sherif Muhammad al-Hijami and Sidi Raho between 25 May and 2 June 1912
12:30
Fès-Boulemane~$5
Fès-Boulemane was formerly one of the sixteen regions of Morocco from 1997 to 2015. It was situated in an agricultural region of northern Morocco, and borders Rif Mountains to the
16:00
Fez-Meknes~$5
Fez-Meknes is one of the twelve administrative regions of Morocco. Located in the north-central part of the country, it is known for its cultural and historical heritage, spiritual
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What 1 week in Fez costs
What this trip costs
$1,511
Flights$45030%
Stay$35123%
Activities$16411%
Food$27318%
Local transport$1097%
Shopping$735%
Buffer$916%
$216/day
Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.
Have more or less time in Fez?
1 week in Fez: FAQ
Is 1 week enough for Fez?+
1 week is a comfortable amount of time to explore Fez, with room for day trips and a slower pace. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.
What should I do on day 1 in Fez?+
Start with Siege of Fez (1912), Fès-Boulemane and Fez-Meknes. The full first day is mapped out above.
How much does 1 week in Fez cost?+
Budget around $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $910 per person for 1 week. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.
When is the best time to visit Fez?+
The best months to visit Fez are April, May, September and October, when the weather suits sightseeing best.