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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Merzouga to Chefchaouen?
The direct drive from Merzouga to Chefchaouen is 397 mi (639 km), and should have a drive time of 12 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Merzouga to Chefchaouen, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Fes, as well as top places to visit like Rissani and Sijilmassa, or the ever-popular The mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif.
Fes is a city located in northeastern Morocco that is widely recognized as the cultural hub of the country. It is renowned for its Fes El Bali walled medina, which boasts superb medieval architecture, busy markets and a charming old-world feel. The religious schools within the medina including Bou Inania and Al Attarine are noteworthy for their intricate cedar carvings and ornamental tile work dating back to the 14th century.
Most popular city on this route
8 minutes off the main route, 68% of way to Chefchaouen
Best stops along Merzouga to Chefchaouen drive
The top stops along the way from Merzouga to Chefchaouen (with short detours) are Fes El Bali, Site Archéologique de Volubilis, and Medina. Other popular stops include Bab Boujloud, Jnan Sbil, and Lahdim Square.
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The mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif
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Clean Ladies toilets.
Peaceful and tranquil historical site.
Not my first visit but each time learnt something more from the guide.
Musicians Mum — Google review
Mohammed V's in Rabat and Moulay Ismail's in Meknes, Moulay Ali Cherif is of the greatest Mausoleums in Morocco if not the greatest.
Great architecture and history!
Mohammed Daoudi — Google review
Beautiful courtyard, free entrance. The actual tomb is open to devout moslems only.
Etienne F — Google review
Was a beautiful place to visit
YOU First — Google review
We weren't able to go in. Guard said it's still closed from covid
Gabrielė Selenytė — Google review
The greatest place to discover the Moroccan history and culture
Karim Dehbi Desert Events — Google review
Amazing building with special atmosphere
Imad Aljandali — Google review
A mausoleum with Riad like structure, a Mosque and school inside.
Rissani is a town in eastern Morocco, close to the famous Erg Chebbi desert. It serves as a gateway to the stunning desert landscape and is known for its proximity to the largest sand desert in Morocco. The town has a population of around 20,469 people and offers access to unique experiences such as camel rides into the desert and overnight stays in nomadic camps with traditional music.
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Sijilmasa was a medieval Moroccan city and trade entrepôt at the northern edge of the Sahara in Morocco. The ruins of the town extend for five miles along the River Ziz in the Tafilalt oasis near the town of Rissani. The town's history was marked by several successive invasions by Berber dynasties. Wikipedia.
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Macro Fossiles Kasbah
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Incredible fossils from the Devonian period during the Paleozoic Era. This place is a must see for geologists for their collection of highly preserved fossils from millions of years ago. The best part is, you can buy anything you like as souvenirs 😀
Arul Selvan — Google review
Wonderful place to discover the treasure of fossils from Morocco. They provided a very interesting tour of their work. They have a large showroom/store that has the best prices for fossils that you'll find in Morocco!
Jill DeMarco — Google review
One of fossil and mineral stone saller shop in Erfoud (Arfoud) city in Morocco. In large area they cut & patina & sculpt & sale their mineral rocks. You can buy 450 million year age amonite & trilobite & calamari fossils, shark dish fossil and some mineral stones. Cheaper than the product purchased
Tolga “guidetolga” Günaydın — Google review
Informative and interesting fossil factory. You can buy some nice souvenirs to take home too
YC Khong — Google review
At Macro Fossiles Kasbah in Erfoud, you can embark on a fascinating guided tour that takes you through the entire process of stone and fossil extraction. This instructive tour offers valuable insights into the world of fossils, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in paleontology and geology.
During the guided tour, you will have the opportunity to witness firsthand how stones and fossils are extracted from the earth. The knowledgeable guides will provide detailed explanations about the various techniques and tools used in the extraction process. From the initial excavation to the careful preservation of fossils, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the meticulous work involved in uncovering these ancient treasures.
Inside the Macro Fossiles Kasbah, you'll find a large shop that offers a wide selection of items related to fossils. Whether you're a collector, a science enthusiast, or simply intrigued by these remnants of prehistoric life, the shop caters to all interests and preferences. From small trinkets and decorative pieces to larger fossil specimens, you can find a variety of fascinating items to take home as a memento or as part of your collection.
The knowledgeable staff members at Macro Fossiles Kasbah are passionate about fossils and are happy to share their expertise. They can provide further information about the fossils on display, helping you understand their significance and uniqueness. Their friendly demeanor and willingness to answer questions add to the overall enriching experience.
Visiting Macro Fossiles Kasbah offers not only an opportunity to learn about fossils but also a chance to appreciate the rich geological history of the region. Erfoud is known for its abundance of fossil-rich deposits, making it an ideal location to explore and acquire unique specimens. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this destination caters to all levels of interest and curiosity.
In conclusion, Macro Fossiles Kasbah in Erfoud provides an educational and engaging experience for visitors interested in fossils. The guided tour offers valuable insights into the extraction process, while the shop allows you to explore and acquire fascinating fossil-related items. With knowledgeable staff members and a focus on education, Macro Fossiles Kasbah is a must-visit destination for anyone intrigued by the wonders of prehistoric life and the geological heritage of the region.
João Leitão — Google review
Very impressive fossil shop you can buy something. Erfurd is the fossil place and this factory making very good items with Fossil and marble. Tables, lavatories, plates, decorations can sent your home with DHL if you can afford but also low budget items can be bought for a memory like necklace. It is not a museum but I recommend this place worth to visit.
Great place to see some amazing fossils. I had a hard time not buying out the entire shop. I also really enjoyed the behind the scenes tour of their equipment and process for cutting and polishing the fossils and stone that contains them. Sure wish I could’ve bought the sink!!
Andrew Boettcher — Google review
Lots of fossil choices though smaller items seem same cost as in USA
Ian Cull — Google review
Beautiful amazing unique products.. wish I had a place to display it ..
(Translated by Google) We had a great time, there were 8 of us, with three cars and we were in the Merzouga desert together with Brahim and Hassan, they are very nice and very professional, as well as having told us a lot of anecdotes about the Berber culture, I highly recommend
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Ci siamo trovati benissimo, eravamo in 8, con tre macchine e siamo stati nel deserto di Merzouga insieme a Brahim et Hassan, loro sono carinissimi e molto professionali, oltre ad averci raccontato un sacco di aneddoti sulla cultura berbera, consiglio vivamente
Manuel cattaneo — Google review
Cafe du sud place.what a place to go for enjoying your self with camel riding and quads also.visit it you deserve much more tjan good places
OulfaYou — Google review
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la libertad marruecos ríe del mundo nuevo entero — Google review
(Translated by Google) I think they do camel tours for tourists and other visitors from other countries.
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Je pense qu'il font des excursions avec des 🐫 chameaux pour les touristes et des autres visiteurs d autre pays.
Fath Mahmoudi — Google review
(Translated by Google) The heat, from the thermometer to people's smiles, is certainly annoying but brings a lot to physical and mental health.
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La chaleur ,du thermomètre au sourire des gens elle indispose certes mais apporte beaucoup à la santé physique et mentale
said Fissaa — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good service I wish you good luck
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Bon service je vous souhaite bonne courage
Anaam tours Anaam tours — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful look
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منضر جميل
Youssef Fri — Google review
(Translated by Google) Couscous with milk and visiting loved ones is like playing the harp.
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الكسكس مع اللبن و زيارة الأحباب كالعزف على الرباب ..
Lahcen Rzig — Google review
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Numero 311 Bloc 5 Ain el Ati 1, Errachidia, Morocco
(Translated by Google) An incredible 8-day experience! The organization of 10. We met a Morocco of adventure and fun.
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Una experiencia de 8 días increible! La organización de 10. Conocimos un marruecos de aventura y Diversion.
(Translated by Google) An incredible 8-day experience! The organization of 10. We met a Morocco of adventure and fun.
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Una experiencia de 8 días increible! La organización de 10. Conocimos un marruecos de aventura y Diversion.
Lovely place set above a nice green valley just outside of Midelt. Lovely food and great attention from host. A fabulous view looking out over the valley towards the high Atlas. Very reasonable rate for dinner bed and breakfast
John Spilman — Google review
Mustapha was a warm host and you can tell he cares deeply about the food and experience and community. Food was fresh and delicious, both dinner and breakfast. The view is stunning, and it’s nice to be outside of the city. Lots of kitties!! Room was comfortable, and shower had good water pressure! We’d stay there again.
Domitilla Torrens — Google review
The structure was very nice, good food and friendly host. Unfortunately my review is negative because we booked 2 standard rooms via booking but one of the two we got was extremely small...there was not even space to open the lugguages...unacceptable!!
Additionally the room was very cold during the night, once we switched the small stove off. Overall not a great experience!!!
antonino damanti — Google review
Beautiful traditional family offering their home for accommodation, nice Adobe house well designed and cosy.
Thoroughly recommend it to anyone.
Al Hos — Google review
We visited the Kasbah Izoran without a booking. On this day they had enough space but maybe you should call before to reserve.
The house is just perfect, looks very traditional, clean and is new built. The owner Mostafa is very kind and invited us for few teas.
To reach the house you need to take 500 meters unpathed road. This makes it a good and very quite location. Breakfast was good.
moritz kl — Google review
We did a road trip in Morocco and chose this place just to spend one night. Must say it was one of most memorable stays in Morocco! the owner is very friendly and attentive, has interesting stories to share. Kasbah Izoran is very authentic, environment-friendly place. Room was clean, had gas heater and many blankets (stayed end of March). We booked vegetarian dinner for two at their place but it felt like dinner for 5:) Both dinner and breakfast were super fresh, home made and tasty! Ask the owner for tips what to see around Kasbah and you will find the most authentic views!
Justina Prankait? — Google review
We are traveling through Morocco on our motorcycles and met Mustapha while taking a break. A week later we were in the area of his Kasbah and decided to stay for a night.
We loved it here. Mustapha and his family make you feel very welcome in their beautiful Kasbah. The rooms are beautifully decorated, spacious and clean. You can enjoy the amazing view from their terrace and relax. The dinner they prepared was very tasty and so was the breakfast. Mustapha is very friendly, welcoming and always up for a conversation.
This was one of the best places we have stayed in during our travels! Definitely recommend everyone to stay here.
Marloes — Google review
The Kasbah is a unique and wonderful spot to stay. The owner is really nice and wants you to have a great time. Especially the view from the terrace is amazing. The dinner and breakfast are worth it. All the rooms are bigger and nicer than the photos.
Gaby vd Lee — Google review
this is an amazing and peacefull place. authentic Amazigh design in a beatifull location outside Midelt. Mustafa is a very good host. we enjoyed staying with his family. the walk to the nearby gorge also is very nice
A beautiful place worth seeing, the climbing machine does not work for a long time, there are no shops just to enjoy the snow and nature 💥😊
Omar Fahd — Google review
I love this place ❤️
Thitiphan Khumkrasae — Google review
A very beautiful place
Omar Nouri — Google review
Cool
khalid rhaihi — Google review
(Translated by Google) Interesting ski area, steep slopes for sledding, and beautiful forest for hiking or horse riding...
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Domaine skiable intéressant, pentes raides pour faire de la luge, et belle forêt pour randonnée ou circuit à cheval...
KHALID HAOUZI — Google review
(Translated by Google) If you pass by and just want to take a couple of souvenir photos, ok but know that it is an abandoned place without any snow or presence of life..
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Se ci passate e volete fare giusto due foto ricordo ok ma sappiate che è un posto abbandonato e senza nessuna neve e presenza di vita..
Davide — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent place where there is absolute calm.
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Excellent lieu où est le calme absolu.
Cèdre Gouraud Forest, situated in Morocco, is a stunning natural attraction renowned for its magnificent cedar trees and tranquil ambiance. The forest provides an opportunity to observe Barbary Apes roaming freely, creating a unique and enchanting experience. Visitors can enjoy interacting with the wild monkeys while strolling through the dense groves of centuries-old cedar trees.
Such a great place to stop and take a break from your drive! If you don’t bring your own peanuts for the monkeys, they’re available for sale on site. Other people are walking around selling fruit to give them as well.
The monkeys came right up knowing we would feed them, but never got aggressive. One did tug on my pants like a toddler, like “hey I’m here” it was too cute!!
It was so much fun feeding wild monkeys. Never experienced anything like it! With the snow, not as many came out, but still plenty to make the experience worth it!
I would recommend this stop to everybody driving through!
Jacklyn Schniepp — Google review
It was fine. Nice being in a forest in the middle of the Moroccan desert. We took a tour and the stop we went to in the forest for the monkeys was about an hour and a half from Fes. The area seemed a little dirty with stray dogs and monkeys coexisting. The monkeys were a highlight for our 3 year old so they were fun to view and get pictures of.
Jaren Rogers — Google review
A really beautiful forest....here you can see another site of Morocco...the money were quite funny and friendly... don't forget to have a small snack with you to feed them...If you visit Morocco I totally recommend you to visit this forest
Panagiotis Sarikas — Google review
It's a forest w a lot monkeys which you buy food from vendors to feed. Several horse rides & stone and mineral shops on site. Can have a lunch cooked for you and your group at a low price. It was very dusty and dry when we went there (mid august) . The monkeys were fascinating.
Nerida Ravindran — Google review
To be honest I felt sad for the monkeys, which I learned were brought there just to be an attraction and are not native to that forest. I also learned there used to be lions there but all were killed. The two old trees that the guide was so proud of are two dead trees that are standing without leaves. It was all so sad.
Darwin Ramon — Google review
The monkeys are fun. But the locals ruins the experience. If they saw an european, they want to sell you everything and dont leave you alone
Mátyás Véghelyi — Google review
A great place to see atlas monkeys and nature
A park for the kids to play and have fun
You can see the oldest tree in morocco
Noura Alami — Google review
This is a wonderful place if you're the person love the forest and try to see monkeys this is the right place you will see also very old tree with age 900 years it's name "CEDRE GOURAUD" the city behind is Azrou 5 km to arrive the park cèdre gouraud
adam merhoumy — Google review
We stopped here on our way from Fes to Merzouga. It's definitely a highlight with our kids. We loved the monkeys and horses. The Cedar forest was beautiful. You can buy bags of peanuts from the local kids and feed the monkeys, but please be careful so they don't bite you to avoid rabies. They also do horse riding for extra MAD.
Lola Jackson — Google review
When the weather is good, there are tagines and tea available for lunch in the area. We enjoyed 2 delicious tagines, although there are cats, dogs and monkeys roaming around you. They will give u a stick to keep the monkeys away ... A few of the monkeys can be aggressive, 1 of them tried to take my water bottle away while I was holding it.
Genie Wong — Google review
The spot is a national natural heritage for its beauty, century old giant cedar trees , macaques monkeys playing around… but the amount of waste in the area and it state was a true disappointment beside how much the local animals are getting more are more addicted to industrial food such as chips, cookies and so on which is alarming to the wild life in the long run.
hicham bouchmama — Google review
A unique place where there are giant cedar trees unique on the African continent. The place could be better maintained but we liked visiting it
Josep comalat roca — Google review
Cèdre Gouraud Forest, located in Morocco, is a breathtaking natural wonder that offers a unique and enchanting experience. This forest is known for its majestic cedar trees, serene atmosphere, and the opportunity to interact with wild monkeys. Having had the pleasure of visiting this forest more than 10 times, I can confidently say that it is a place of pure wonder and beauty.
The forest is characterized by its dense groves of cedar trees, some of which are centuries old. These towering giants create a tranquil and magical ambiance, transporting visitors to a world of natural splendor. The air is crisp and refreshing, and the gentle rustling of leaves adds to the peaceful atmosphere.
One of the most remarkable aspects of Cèdre Gouraud Forest is the presence of wild monkeys, which inhabit the area. These curious and playful creatures add a sense of joy and wonder to your visit. Observing them in their natural habitat, swinging through the branches or playfully interacting with one another, is a truly captivating experience that connects you with the beauty of nature.
As you explore the forest, you'll be greeted by scenic trails that wind their way through the towering cedar trees. Walking amidst this serene environment allows you to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature. The dappled sunlight filtering through the branches creates a mesmerizing play of light and shadows, adding to the forest's ethereal charm.
Being in contact with nature and surrounded by the captivating beauty of Cèdre Gouraud Forest has been a source of delight for me during my numerous visits. The peacefulness of the forest and the opportunity to observe the wild monkeys up close create a sense of harmony and connection with the natural world. Each visit is a reminder of the wonders that exist beyond the boundaries of our daily lives.
In conclusion, Cèdre Gouraud Forest is a truly remarkable destination that captivates visitors with its ancient cedar trees, serene atmosphere, and the delightful presence of wild monkeys. Whether you're strolling along the forest trails, breathing in the fresh air, or watching the monkeys play, every moment spent in this magical forest is a testament to the beauty and power of nature. Having had the privilege of visiting this forest multiple times, I can attest to its undeniable charm and the sense of peace and wonder it evokes. It is an experience that lingers in your memory and beckons you to return time and time again.
João Leitão — Google review
Nice place to visit early when it's not crowded. Unfortunately, you can see the human impact..nice place to see monkeys in the wild
Fadoua Sf — Google review
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I'll never travel to Chefchaouen without this trip planner again
The Park during the autumn season is a beautiful and peaceful experience. The park is located in the heart of the city and is easily accessible, with plenty of parking available nearby.
The autumn season adds a beautiful touch to the park, with the changing colors of the trees and leaves falling all around. It's a perfect spot to take a stroll or have a picnic with friends and family. The air is fresh and crisp, and the tranquility of the park is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The park is well-maintained and there are plenty of walking trails and benches to sit and enjoy the scenery. The lake in the center of the park is also a highlight, with beautiful reflections of the trees and sky.
AMINE Khalid — Google review
Wonderful place to see and spend quality time with family
slimani adil — Google review
Park La Prairie is located in Ifran
Ifran is a very unique place in Morocco
the city build like a alpine city, a lot of sky places so all the city looks like European place
It was carved by a German soldier during WORLD WIDE 2, when Ifrane was used briefly as a prisoner-of-war camp.
a lot of people trying to make photo with the lion it is something of a ritual for Moroccan day
all the area in nice with European style, parks to seat and enjoy the place, restaurants and cafe
Itzik levy (Izikl) — Google review
It's good to breathe fresh air take good pictures but i think they dnt take a good care of it , but the place is incredibly beautiful, specially the autumn 🍂
Neugier I Curiosity — Google review
Hi Everyone,
This is a beautiful park located in Ifrane city, Morocco.
My friends showed me around Belgium of May when I visited them.
It is a perfect place to relax and meditate or have a day out.The air is fresh and clean.
I would highly recommend this beautiful and peaceful place 😊
Anna Nyisztor — Google review
Very nice place but the lake is not that big
Samy Mohamed — Google review
A great place to walk and picnic, if only the visitors could clean after themselves and leave the park as beautiful as they found it. The drought this year is making it look a bit dead but the trees and the general view is still worth it.
You could het souvenirs from the shops there, they have some nice things (especially the ones made of wood) and the sellers are super nice.
Fatima Ezzahra Bouzekraoui — Google review
So quiet there!
Alessandro Galeno — Google review
It's very nice park and clean.
Samy Mohamed — Google review
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Beautiful place 😍 💕 Serenity،ifran
Emi fleur — Google review
Unfortunately there is no water anymore. The lake is completely dry due to the severe drought. It was really a sad view. Visited on July 31, 2022.
Abdelmoughite ABDELMOUMEN — Google review
There is no water left
Adil Clandestin — Google review
No water at this time of the year, it was a lovely place 6 years ago
Saber Mourad — Google review
البحيره جافه تماما
We have visited the lake and we found it completely dried
Tayma Almajed — Google review
No water, no maintenance, natural space only!
Mohamed Ali — Google review
😍⛅
Minours Aya — Google review
when i been there was no water but i hope in the future will because it's a beautiful place and antic
S M — Google review
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Volubilia-Domaine de la Zouina
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The Volubilia-Domaine de la Zouina winery offers a stunning view of vineyards and countryside, making it a must-visit destination. The team, led by Mohamed, graciously showed us around the vineyard and generously shared their delicious red, rose, and gris wines. Each member of our group had different favorites among the selection. We also made friends with their friendly dogs who accompanied us on the tour.
My husband and I visited this outstanding winery in November and were totally charmed by our experience. The setting out on the patio was lovely as were the cheeses we sampled, but the star of the show was the wine (as it should be). We liked everything we tried, and reds were especially delicious. Our wine ambassador was Mohammad and he did a fantastic job of everything from serving, to our tour, and even gifting a bottle of their wonderful wine to our pregnant daughter. We would return in a heartbeat if we didn’t live in the US. Highly recommend this place, and if you’re lucky enough to go, make sure to ask why they fly the flags of the day!
Michele Humble-TMS Coach — Google review
Absolutely must visit when in the Fès/Meknes region. Great wines and such kind and generous hospitality. Lovely vineyard and lovely people. Make a reservation in advance for a tour and tasting.
Special thanks to Mohammed for making our visit so special!
Jordan Benedict — Google review
A beautiful vista of vineyards and countryside! Worth a visit. Mohamed and the team were kind enough to show us their vineyard and share their wine on Dec 31, when most of the staff was on holiday.
We sampled the red, rose, and gris wine. All very good - our group each left with different favorites. We also made friends with the friendly dogs that accompanied our tour.
Highly recommended!
Logistics: call ahead to reserve. Also request for them to send a driver to pick you up. If you take a taxi from the train station, 300-350dh is a fair price (we had 6 people). GPS coordinates on their site are accurate for navigation. French or English tours (ours: a bit of franglais). We spent 1.5 hours there, a bit shorter than their normal visit length.
Connor Sattely — Google review
Very beautiful and charming atmosphere at the vineyard. Tasted some amazing wines with a variety of sides. Also we got good company and guidance by Mohammed.
We can totally recommend spending your time at Domaine de la Zouina.
Leo Mayer — Google review
We didn't make a reservation and the day was fully booked with many big groups, but instead of saying goodbye, they were very warm and find the time to make a visit to the winery explaining everything and all about the production and vines/grape varieties. Christoph, Virginie and all the staff were great! And what a wine tasting, under a berbere tent with tasty goat cheese and the best olive oil! It was a wonderful afternoon. Will definitly advise friends to go and visit! It is also well prepared to big groups.
Madalena Sena Esteves — Google review
I went there with a group of friends and we had the most amazing time. The staff was lovely and welcoming, the grounds were beautiful and the whole experience was fantastic. I had never been at a tasting like this before! I highly recommend this place! I will definitely bring other friends here. Such a great deal for what you get as well.
Devan Hibbard — Google review
Such a great experience! They picked me up at the Meknès train station and we did a 4 hour tour, tasting and lunch. Met the owner, Christoph et autres personnes like Seemo. The wine was quite nice, they specialize in syrah and cab, all clones imported from France. Lunch was delicious and reasonable cost. I highly recommend coming here to experience Moroccan wine!!
Jesse Schwartz — Google review
Very good experience!
Visit to the winery made by the owners and a very good wine tasting. I totally recommend!
Gonçalo Mina — Google review
Beautiful vineyard, even better wine. Great hospitality. Well worth a visit.
Roy Williamson — Google review
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Bab Mellah, also known as the Jewish Quarter, boasts stunning examples of Moorish architecture. Visitors can explore its many landmarks such as the Aben-Danan Synagogue and Jewish cemetery. To truly appreciate the rich history of this area, it is recommended to hire a tour guide who can provide invaluable insights into its past. A stroll through Bab Mellah is a must for anyone interested in exploring one of Morocco's most fascinating neighborhoods.
The Royal Stables in Meknes, commissioned by Sultan Moulay Ismail in the 17th century, are an iconic architectural landmark. Although now in ruins, they were built to accommodate a staggering 12,000 horses and include a vast granary for storing equine fodder. Despite being referred to as stables, it's worth noting that this magnificent structure was never actually used as such.
People who lost this site as unremarkable are probably unremarkable themselves as they can’t appreciate the significance of this site. Firstly, it is giant! The stables alone could hold 20,000 horses. Secondly, this construction was completed >600 years ago yet it still stands despite being overgrown. Imagine the work and skill that went into its construction without the assistance of modern technology - outstanding! Thirdly, this was the granary of the king - in other words the empire’s most important figures only survived because of the food that was kept here. If it were destroyed, there is a good chance that the empire would have gone with it as well as many of the other amazing sites that people enjoy elsewhere across the country
David Maddison — Google review
We payed I think 70 each to go visit the royal stables. It was closed or something so we had to climb over a high wooden fence to look at the stables? Like thanks for letting us view it while closed but also it was a strange experience. My mom I think damaged a small part of clothing when flipping over the fence. She's 50+ years old and not something she should have had to do.
We payed like 150 for a tour guide at the end but we feel like it wasn't that helpful. I had a hard time understanding his english and he didn't say very much. We didn't request the tour guide, but he kinda joined us at the end and expected us to pay him. We felt like this was pretty unfair.
I feel like the royal stables is definitely worth a visit, but refuse the tour and read about it online instead. I think some weird stuff is happening with part of it being closed too. Strange experience overall.
Alexis H — Google review
It's a huge historical place and it's worth seeing it for only 10dh. You can also buy tour, but they are more expensive. I recommend seeing it if you are in town.
Marko M — Google review
Like other monuments I visited in Morroco it's almost impossible to understand how it was used when active because there are no explanations at all inside and unless you want to pay to a "guide" on top of the entrance ticket you won't understand much of it.
The entrance is 70MAD and 10 min are more than enough to visit it.
Davide Jesus — Google review
Nice historical place.
Yassin BOUGHABA — Google review
Grandiose place especially when you learn that more than 12,000 horses used to be kept there. You'll appreciate the thickness of the walls and the ever present cat.
Pierre Thiault — Google review
Great place for short walk. Free parking. Amazing pond and old royal stables. Time for relax and rest.
Dusan Olsa — Google review
You can visit the stables where thousands of Moulay Ismail horses were kept. This powerful sultan transformed the city of Meknes into an imperial capital and you can appreciate the grandiosity and power of this 17th century sultan.
Pierre Thiault — Google review
Impressive granaries, stables (12k horses) and water basin of Moulay Ismail with original ceder wood doors. Catch a taxi or calèche from the mausoleum
Judith HD — Google review
DURING THE REIGN OF SULTAN Moulay Ismail, between 1672 and 1727, the medieval city of Meknes served as Morocco’s capital. While his royal palace was largely destroyed by the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, a nearby magnificent structure now referred to as the Royal Stables has survived to this day, beautifully preserved.
Stories abound about the 12,000 horses the Sultan kept there and how his love for them assured they were well tended to, but in fact the edifice was NEVER A STABLE.* A fanciful tale that has been perpetuated for decades by local guides, in guidebooks, on the web and on maps until today, but the complex was strictly an immense granary, as the translation of Heri es-Souani indicates. Fearing an attack on his capital, Moulay Ismail wanted to ensure there would be enough grain in storage to feed his horses and the city’s population for up to a year-long siege. Thus the granary was constantly repleted by caravans carrying grain from the wheat-growing Tadla plains to the South.
Noor In Korea — Google review
The stables are quite pretty. But half of it is not accessible, due to maintenance not been carried out.
Entry is 70 DH pp, and you'll spend max. 30 minutes here.
This abandoned palace is rife with negative associations, but its beauty still stands. It's currently occupied by an artist who charges a small fee for entrance.
Beautiful and peaceful building; the best place we visited in Fes. It is completely relaxed, with a large display of art by the building resident, and some other interesting quirks such as a record and camera collection. Yes the building is falling apart in some places, but it really adds to the charm. Also a gorgeous dog on the premises!
Erica Massey — Google review
Immense palais peu restauré malheureusement. Exposition de diverses photo et peintures de Abdou le petit fils du majordome du pacha de l'époque. Il vous demandera 25 dirhams pour la visite qui vaut le détour. Très peu de touristes, car pas dans les tours opérateurs. Pour 50 dirhams vous repartirez avec une œuvre.
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Huge palace, unfortunately little restored. Exhibition of various photos and paintings of Abdou, the grandson of the Pasha's butler at the time. He will ask you 25 dirhams for the visit which is worth the detour. Very few tourists, because not in tour operators. For 50 dirhams you will leave with a work.
Eladia Ballmann — Google review
It is a hidden jewel of Fez. It is completely original without restored, the architecture, the art...everything is amazing. Not many tourists there during my visit, I guess it is not in the top lists of tourist attractions. The guardian Mr Abdou is an artist with his Galary inside the palace. It is a very nice Galary. It is the best experience of my visit in Fez.
Chuang Chee Teoh — Google review
An old palace, occupied by an artist. I am sure it has a great architectural value, but not a very impressive place to visit by paying 25dh... Did not see the value!
Rofiqul Islam — Google review
A palace in disrepair, but fascinating. It's a place that is rich in unknown history. Makes you think what happened and why hasn't it been refurbished. If only the walls could talk! Worth visiting to see what happens when the tides turn.
Muhammad Abdullah — Google review
The palace is very interesting. Artists live in the palace and try to maintain it. The price of admission is used for maintaining / restoring the palace. The entry price includes a guide. It makes sense to have a guide given most of the palace is not open to viewing.
Cassandra Luongo — Google review
Received 20dh per person. The guide led the explanation, and the pattern of the wall was related to Muslim religion, which I was not particularly well known. It was not a bad place to visit.
??? — Google review
Just as others have already mentioned, this place is not maintained at all which is a shame because we can tell that behind all the grime and dust is an old beautiful building with a lot of history.
The price of admission by the man at the door is way too much for what you'll find inside.
Definitely not worth a visit.
Marco Ramos — Google review
Truly authentic. The sad castle off the tourist track tells a story of past glory. The caretaker uses the entry fee to restore the palace one room at a time. Gives a true sense of how the elite lived.
We were the only ones to visit that day and loved every minute.
B A — Google review
L'Université de la ville de Fès, au Maroc, est basée sur le classement du Livre Guinness des records, la plus ancienne institution d'enseignement supérieur et la première université intelligente diplômée en médecine au monde, qui essaie toujours d'enseigner sans religion. . Les historiens ont souligné qu'il s'agit de la plus ancienne université du monde.
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The University of Fez City, Morocco, based on the Guinness Book of Records ranking, is the oldest institution of higher education and the first intelligent university with a medical degree in the world, which always tries to teach without religion . . Historians have pointed out that it is the oldest university in the world.
Karim Barrima — Google review
Totally underrated. Awesome palace. It is in quite a state of disrepair but it’s a beautiful contrast to the Madrasas that you can visit around town. The guardian is quite the character, just lying down in the entrance. You can see his art in one of the rooms too. Must be an interesting dude to get to know. Don’t miss the second courtyard and enjoy the entire place for yourself! Oh it’s 25 MAD.
Dani Rosàs — Google review
Très beau palais par son histoire malgré son mauvais état qui rend fait tout son charme. Sauvons l'histoire et allez le visiter surtout que vous avez accès à toutes les pièces pour 25 DRH seulement part personne. Son hôte vous accueille en plus, lui-même.
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Very beautiful palace with its history despite its poor condition which makes it so charming. Let's save the story and go visit it especially since you have access to all the rooms for only 25 DRH per person. Its host also welcomes you, himself.
patrick lbr — Google review
Elegant former palace fallen on hard time. Beautiful and it's interesting to walk around and Imagine it's former splendor. Currently occupied by a local artist
Randall Willard — Google review
Visiting El Glaoui Palace is a trip between the history of a family and discovering the life and art of his owner.
The palace, probably one of the oldest in town is fatiscent, without any facilities and in some point unsafe.
But for these reasons is fashinating and incredible.
25 dhr
Cristiano D'Amico — Google review
Beautiful place, a shame there was no guide to show you the full history of the building. The whole top section is closed off as it seems in need of dire repairs
Faheem Nasir — Google review
Stunning palace without the tourists. Probably the best kept secret in town. Definitely worth visiting. The gatekeeper is also an accomplished artist and exhibits his paintings in one of the rooms.
Tania Guerra — Google review
The palace is really old and needs alot of maintenance
I can't say it is worth the visit but if you like old palaces you will sure feel the vintage and oldness
The place is 2.5 euros or 25 dirhams for entrance
It is now owned by a family member and he is sitting at the gate and no one is working there so you will be on your own for the whole visit
Special needs wheelchair entrance is not available
Special needs wheelchair parking is not available
Parking is available nearby
Khaled Abdou — Google review
Unbelieveably beautiful and surprisingly empty - we were only 2 people in the whole place.
The guardian working there is a very kind man that is an artist and you can find his paintings inside some of the palace’s rooms.
Don’t miss this spot if you’re visiting the medina!
Entrance is 25 dirham
The Dar Batha Museum in Fez, Morocco is home to a fine collection of traditional arts, including pottery and wood carving. The museum was opened in 1915 as a palace, but was later transformed into a museum after the French Protectorate captured it during World War I. Today, the museum houses a variety of artefacts from Old Fezs ruined buildings.
The Batha Museum is one of the most important tourist attractions in Fez in general, as it is one of the oldest museums in the city. It was built in the second half of the nineteenth century. The museum’s decorations are all characterized by the beautiful Andalusian character. . It was later converted into a museum that attracts a large number of visitors during the last century. The museum yard is characterized by the presence of a large number of perennial plants in addition to luxurious water fountains, and colorful mosaic stones.
Abderrahim Saidi — Google review
A nice big palace with an interior garden and a small collection of artifacts. Posted explanations are very light, but there's a guard in every room who's happy to answer questions. There were hardly any visitors when we came, so it was nice and quiet.
Kate — Google review
The Batha Museum is a museum located in the city of Fes, Morocco. It is housed in a historic building and showcases a collection of traditional Moroccan art, including ceramics, textiles, jewelry, and metalwork. The museum provides an insight into the rich cultural heritage of Morocco and is a popular tourist destination. Visitors can learn about the history and traditions of the country and appreciate the skill and craftsmanship of local artisans.
Brahim Essbai — Google review
The museum has been closed for 5 years meanwhile. No signs on the outside. Nobody maintains this entry in google maps. The web site linked in the description doesn’t mention this museum any more.
Celine ES — Google review
Dar Batḥa (Arabic: دار البطحاء, pronounced Bat-ḥaa), or Qasr al-Batḥa (Arabic: قصر البطحاء), is a former royal palace in the city of Fez, Morocco. The palace was commissioned by the Alawite Sultan Hassan I in the late 19th century and completed under his successor Abdelaziz. It was transformed into a museum of historical arts and crafts in 1915, with a collection that today includes more than 6,500 objects. The palace is located near Bab Bou Jeloud, on the western edge of Fez el-Bali, the city's old medina district, and near Fez el-Jdid, the new medina district.
Another historic palace, Dar al-Beida (Arabic: الدار البيضاء), was originally part of the same complex but was separated for other official uses in the twentieth century and remains today an official residence, inaccessible to the public.
Anas Sb — Google review
Excellent food. Friendly service. Reasonable prices. Had lunch once and returned for dinner.
Gay Chabot — Google review
The museum itself is a nice palace with a beautiful and quiet garden. The exhibition of old pottery without any descriptions available in english isnt really worth the visit.
Paul Eichholtz — Google review
Beautiful sight and building, but as said earlier, he descriptions could be more clear and informative. Not many language options either.
Ilja — Google review
Lovely museum but a great disappointment as the renovations continued for more than 4 years till this day. One of the main museums in Fes, yet they taking all their time much more than necessary, I believe they would just change and say permanently closed.
Hye rin — Google review
Nice little museum and an awesome garden, largely overlooked by the teeming tourist hordes.
Fes El Bali is an ancient fortified medina that features narrow streets without cars and ornate gates such as the Bab Guissa and Blue Gate. It houses the vast Karaouiyne University, which dates back to the 9th century and is decorated with colorful ceramics. In addition, the R'cif Mosque dominates a bustling market square.
Jardin Jnan Sbil offers a shady oasis of peace and serenity in the heart of the medina, with gently-flowing ponds and 3,000 species of plants. The garden was landscaped in the 18th century on orders of Sultan Moulay Abdallah and has since been lovingly restored. Today, it boasts geometric fountains bordered by beds of roses, cactuses and low boxwood hedges.
Jnan Sbil Garden in Fes is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. While Fes offers a plethora of attractions, this garden is a tranquil retreat that shouldn't be missed, especially if you have extra time in the city. With its serene atmosphere, beautifully landscaped grounds, and diverse plant life, it's the perfect place to unwind and recharge amidst nature's beauty. Whether you're seeking solitude or a picturesque spot for a leisurely stroll, Jnan Sibil Garden won't disappoint. Add it to your Fes itinerary for a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Mira F — Google review
Actually fantastic park previously but nowadays there is no water in the pool or any water canal or any other small pond or pool. I don't know why, maybe due to water shortage, global warming or something. However park is still relaxing and away from city rush.
yunus emre demir — Google review
The park is located near the Jewish quarter and it can be the great place for break. There was no water in the lake neither in few canals. The garden is huge with amazing exotic flora (and few cats :) ). It is very clean with lot of banks for the relaxing.
Ivana Zrinji — Google review
Great place to spend morning or afternoon to get away from hustle and bustle of Medina. Perfect day is to spend a couple of hours here exit from main gate to go to royal palace and then to Jewish quarter. We missed to include synagogue and continued to go along a tree lined boulevard with cafe and restaurants on both sides. Took back taxi to Medina for 25 dirhams
Alnoor — Google review
Awful. Bad maintenance. The police walked behind us. You can not do anything. Not a single fountain on nor clean, there is trash around, the artificial river has no water. The artificial pond is full of trash. The police scolded the children for picking up a random stick, looking at ducks and there are no signs for anything. If you do not have anywhere else to go, you can spend your time there. Everything is "la la la" which means no. The police don't understand french nor spanish nor english.
Un parque con mal mantenimiento. El lago sin agua, las fuentes sucias y apagadas, áreas cerradas y el policía se la vive silbatándoles a todos. Si vas con niños no lo recomiendo porque no pueden pasar a las áreas verdes. Solo es un parque para caminar entre los gatos.
Marcela Metlich — Google review
Nice place to walk around and enjoy the nature. Beautiful little man made lake with lots of seating around to enjoy the scenery.
Ahmad Abdo — Google review
This park is definitely a must visit on your trip to Fes. There is a wide array of vegetation and the way the park is layed out is very beautiful. Sadly all the water related elements were out of use. As around 20% of the park should be covered in water this is a real shame.
Julien van der waal — Google review
We literally stubble a pon this spectacular garden, very peaceful just to chill enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, and the lovely presentation of the garden, we especially enjoyed the man made lake.
Would highly recommend a visit if you are in fes.
All I would say is if you are a single female, be careful of your surroundings and who is standing nearby.
D. M-P — Google review
Gorgeous park, lots of cats, its tall trees swaying in the wind is rather mesmerizing
David Petit — Google review
Very beautiful park, I recommend visiting it
David Brown — Google review
Nice park roght outside of the old city. Worth going to and walking a few laps with the kids.
Muhammad Abdullah — Google review
This garden is pretty good but it does need some more maintenance done to it. When we visited, it was a really hot day and walking around the garden felt much cooler than walking around town. I think it's worth seeing if you're around
David Dion — Google review
How wonderful the garden. Spent some time here, wondering around.
Albert Lieuw — Google review
Nice shady manicured area to walk around. Aviary with some pigeons and chickens only. Toilet available. Sadly only half the fountains are working and the lake is empty but still a pretty area.
J D — Google review
Great garden to breathe outside the "Souk". This place is very well maintained by kind workers. It's fresh and beautiful. I suggest to take a break there during the afternoon when is too hot to walk inside the Medina.
The University of al-Qarawiyyin is an ancient, prestigious educational institution still highly regarded in the Muslim world. It was founded in 859, and while the university's modern location has been relocated, the lovely library and mosque are still situated within the historic Medina district of Fes el-Bali.
Try to go between prayer times. You won't be allowed in until prayer is finished. For women, they should wear a scarf and be fully dressed.
Amel Slim — Google review
Kairaouine Mosque is the most important religious building in the Medina of Fez, one of the imperial and most important cities in Morocco. It is very big and you can surround it, when you walk around the Medina. Really it is an impressive place
Amine Touil — Google review
Founded by Fatima-al-Fihiri, an Arab and daughter of a rich trader, out of her inheritance in 857-59 in a deeply cultural & historic city of Fes, Morocco 🇲🇦, University/mosque of Al-Qarawiyyin جامعة القرويين has been cited as the oldest existing & continually operating university by UNESCO.
Al-Fihiri family migrated to Fes from Kairouan, Tunisia, which contributed to the mosque's name as mosque of 'Al-Karaouine' or Al-Qarawiyyin.
The mosque area itself is huge with many multifold arches inside the main prayer hall, which are typical of the Andalucían islamic architecture used in muslim Spain between 8th to 15th centuries.
The mosque of Al-Qarawiyyin is located in Medina(Gated old town) of Fes, also called Fes-El-Bali, a UNESCO world heritage site. It mainly emphasises on Islamic & legal studies and arabic calligraphy.
Omer Farooq — Google review
Oldest university in the world. Beautiful architecture. Full of history.
PAM NIMPOOLSWARD — Google review
University and Mosque Alqarawiyyin / Al karaouine is the oldest university still operating in the world. It was built in 859 AD by Fatima Al Fihria (a pious woman from the city kairaouane (now Tunisia)
Fez guiding and cooking Khlafa — Google review
Absolutely luved this mosque.
Steeped in history- surreal being there.
Was so happy that there was a Ladies prayer area!
Very stunning architecture as well.
Tas Des — Google review
Beautiful, serene and spectacular Masjid. The courtyard and the Masjid overall offers great architectural designs which have been preserved with so much care and attention.
Offer two units of Salah i.e. prayer (if you're a Muslim) and enjoy the beauty that is the oldest and first University in the history of the world founded AND funded by a Muslim woman. 😇🙂
Syed Hussain — Google review
The world's oldest degree-awarding university which has seen many famous scholars pass through its doors, which was founded by a woman. The mosque/university is still functioning as a place of prayer and formal studies and is only open to Muslims at prayer times (students come here for the odd lesson). There is a raised platform area where women can pray, which gives them a view of the wide courtyard and the interior of the mosque. The interior is magnificent and very, very clean. Very peaceful place in the heart of the old city and one can't help but think about the history of the buildings and those who visited it before.
MA S — Google review
Though unfortunately closed on Friday (Holy day in Morocco) but standing right beside the oldest university (longest running one) in world is so unbelievable… at least peeking through the crack of the giant doors give you a glimpse of this historical place of superb architecture… and how lucky it is to be a cat..
은Bugi Bulgogi — Google review
This peaceful place for Muslims' prayer is a part of the oldest university of the world. Situated in the middle of old Medina, this mosque and the university is a must-visit place in Fez, Morocco. The rich culture and the gorgeous architectural work shows the expertise of their work.
People are encouraged to enter the mosque in full length dresses (no sleeveless) while girls are requested to cover their head with scarves. Shoes off.
Sonia — Google review
I don't understand why non muslims are angry here? It's a place for muslims to pray and to learn The Holy Quran. It's not a museum or a turist place. Morocko had a terrible memory of the Crusaders and the French colonialism that made life as hell for Muslims. so it is clear that non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the mosque.
Layla's World — Google review
fatima al-fihriya founder of mosque and university kairaouine
The noble woman's name is Fatima bint Muhammad Al Fihri. He established Karaween University in the city of Fez, Morocco in 859 AD.
The Blue Gate is a monumental, triple-arched Moorish gate that used to be the entrance to the old city of Fez in Morocco. The gate is covered in intricate mosaic tiles and features a blue facade on one side and a green facade on the other. It's an impressive sight and well worth a visit for anyone travelling to Morocco.
Blue gate becomes tourists attraction. One of the major gate that was built in 1913. Behind the gate you will discover Moroccan history. And, you will see arts and crafts, food and fun shopping here. Fascinating local market with lots of local products. Affordable prices. I was very excited and had a good time, so much fun here. However, mind your wallet. It crowded here.
PAM NIMPOOLSWARD — Google review
Great city tour with a guide. Lots to experience, walked around old city, medina, leather working, weaving places, usyal market stalls. Very good, worth paying for a local guide as you get more out of your visit.
Lucy Harris — Google review
It’s a busy place so if you’re expecting to get pretty photos without others in the background, you’re in for a rude awakening. We snapped our selfies and then just marvelled in the beauty and detail of the craftsmanship. It’s really a sight to behold and a fabulous way to enter the Fes Medina.
It really shines at golden hour near sunset
Tyler Morgan — Google review
HIRE A TOUR-GUIDE IF YOU HAVE A BABY. or don’t go to the blue gate more than once😂. On the first night we arrived in the late afternoon, we wanted to just explore but stay close. We went by the blue gate…. I would say 3 times and were incessantly hounded to have tea and to hire a guide over and over and over again. So much so I wanted to leave…and just stay in the hotel. It wasn’t after we hired Ahmed who was born and raised in the Medina… when he was next to us NO ONE tried to ‘help us’ or even asked us to buy anything.
Annie — Google review
One of the many gates into the Medina. A great place to catch a taxi or to use it as a landmark.
All taxis’ know this place well so you can show them a picture if you arrive by bus or CTM and cannot pronounce the name properly.
Outside is blue , inside is green.
Mitchell Jensen — Google review
It's one of the ancient gates to enter the Mediana Market. The uniqueness of this gate is one side it's green color and the other side is the red color. It's just too crowded when I visit. They have lots of Shops selling morrocoan traditional wear and foods.
baboo balan — Google review
Iconic gate of Fes city old town (Medina). Middle Age bazaar (souq - souk). The gate's west outside tiles have blue - purple color, east inside tiles have green - turquise color. Inside and outside of Medina you can find lot of cafe, restaurant and exchange office. Near to gate two hotel out of gate.
Tolga “guidetolga” Günaydın — Google review
It's one of the many beautiful gates entering the old medina of Fez. Great places to savour local food around this area as well as enjoy tea on numerous rooftop terraces to enjoy the medina.
Mehreen Mujtaba — Google review
The markets were unique to anything I have seen this far. They have anything you could want from leather items, to clothing, to food. I personally did not have any food however I did buy many goods which of the goods i bought seem to be fair quality. There were also many historic sites while you go through the markets.
Kadin El Bakkouri — Google review
beautiful door, It has designs inspired by the charming Andalusian architecture, In addition to the mosaic inscriptions, the most wonderful decorations, and the stone carvings arranged in a very wonderful way.
D. Alucard — Google review
Great place to visit in Marocco. It could have had even a greater impact with the Roman Arena reconstruction.
Simone Ragnolini — Google review
Authentic place where you can smell and enjoy the originality of Morocco and handmade products.
A unique experience and place to wonder 😜
Abraham Ben — Google review
Bab Boujloud, also known as the Blue Gate, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Fez, Morocco. The gate is renowned for its stunning blue ceramic tiles that adorn its exterior, giving it a distinctive and vibrant appearance.
The story behind Bab Boujloud dates back to its construction in 1913 during the French colonial period. The gate was built as an entry point to the old city of Fez, known as the Medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its historic significance and architectural beauty.
The popularity of Bab Boujloud lies in its architectural splendor and cultural significance. It serves as a gateway to the bustling streets, markets, and landmarks of the Medina, welcoming both locals and tourists alike into the heart of Fez's rich heritage.
Moreover, the vibrant blue color of the tiles on the gate symbolizes the spiritual and mystical aspects of Moroccan culture, with blue traditionally associated with protection and warding off evil spirits.
Today, Bab Boujloud stands as a symbol of Fez's enduring legacy, attracting visitors from around the world who come to marvel at its beauty, explore the Medina, and immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of this historic city.
K19 The reviewer — Google review
The starting point of exploring the UNESCO world heritage site of fes medina
Rajesh Nair — Google review
The most famous gate to the Fes old city (Fes Albali). Right behind are good cafes and food places then the alleys begin.
Mohamed ElZayatie — Google review
We enter into the old city of Fez through the Bab Bou Jeloud. Inside you will see the Jewish quarter and the lively souks. The tanners' quarter was an enriching experience seeing how the leather was treated and the equipment used. The entire process created a real life artwork of the tannery operation. You can feel the traditional Arabian atmosphere from the shops, the architecture and the wide array of fascinating merchandise.
CK Cheong — Google review
It is the entry to the old city of Fez, the traditional food is great, but a bit dirty!
Prices are all over the place! You need to have an idea and negotiate a little..
In general..Fez deserves a one night stay in the old part of the city
Mohannad M — Google review
Bab Boujloud, also known as the Blue Gate, is a captivating entryway that serves as a vibrant portal to the historical wonders of Fez. Located at the heart of the city, this iconic gate is renowned for its intricate blue ceramic tilework, which adds a touch of elegance to the bustling surroundings. Passing through Bab Boujloud, visitors are welcomed into the enchanting labyrinth of Fez's Old Medina. The gate is not only a visual masterpiece but also a symbolic threshold, inviting exploration into the rich cultural heritage and vibrant traditions that await within the ancient city walls. It stands as a symbol of the seamless blend between the past and the present, beckoning travelers to step into a world where history and modern life converge in a harmonious dance.
Onur Ozsoy — Google review
No idea why anybody would want to come to this hucksters hangout. Supposedly one of the 'great features' of Fes, but it is essentially a market of cheap tat and tacky souvenirs. And it's not even that cheap - you can buy the same stuff downtown at even lower prices. Also - it smells
The Bou Inania Madrasa is a 14th century religious school in Fez, Morocco that is known for its historic Marinid and Moroccan architecture. The courtyard is filled with exquisite craftsmanship, and the only school in Fez with its own minaret. The ablution fountain continues to flow after more than 750 years, and the school is open to non-Muslims who can learn about the local culture.
My favorite place to visit in Fez. Non-Muslims may enter, but not to the Mosque area. Enjoy the space!
Isabel Berdeja — Google review
This place has a long history and you will find it in Wikipedia. The place was less crowded so we got to enjoy the beauty and listen to our guide about the history and architecture.
The courtyard has a fountain which makes the place even stunning for photography.
We were able to head to the first floor to see the tiny study rooms and catch the view from above.
Mallika Jamy — Google review
BouInanian Madrasa and Masjed
Is a typical famous Islamic monument, it has a feature "water clock" I don't know more about it.
But I enjoyed the architecture of Madrasa, and using of mosaic with stone and wood.
Tickect is for 20 Darhim (2 euros) and 15 Darhim for group.
Enjoy!
Ahmed Abouaiana — Google review
A 14th-century school for Islamic studies featuring ornate tile work and dramatic architecture featuring a green tile roof. It is considered the most beautiful of the Kairaouine University's residential colleges.
Richard Schagrin — Google review
The Madrasa Bou Inania in Fez is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. From the intricately carved cedar wood to the stunning mosaic tilework, every detail tells a story of craftsmanship and beauty. Stepping inside, you're transported to another time, immersed in the spiritual and scholarly atmosphere of this historic institution. Whether you're admiring the courtyard's grandeur or marveling at the delicate stucco decorations, the Madrasa Bou Inania is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the cultural riches of Fez.
Safae EL HAOUA — Google review
Enjoyed visiting this Madrasa. The architecture is amazing. It costs about 2 euros to enter. You can only visit the courtyard.
Jaren Rogers — Google review
This is a 13th century residential school. First of all you're charged 20MAD to enter. Inside there is a big courtyard where you can appreciate the handmade work done centuries ago on stone and wood which decorate the walls and floor. You're also allowed to wander around the place and into the upper floors where you can see the ancient miniscule student rooms. All around the place you can appreciate the art and craftsmanship put into all the details on wood and stone from the floor to the ceilings. Worth a visit if you're the kind who appreciates this architecture and culture.
Bruno Baptista — Google review
Intricately detailed carving, which was truly magnificent to see. It was lovely to be able to enter a mosque as a non-Muslim and without having to be covered. The people at the door are helpful. It’s 20dh entrance and for that you only get to see the courtyard, but it’s still worth it.
Emily Dillistone — Google review
The Place itself is stunning.
It's architecture is really pretty, and absolutely worth a shot.
It costs 20dh / person, so I think it is a bit too much for seeing only the inner space, but it's still worth it.
Marco Perin — Google review
Beautiful architecture inside the madrasa but only limited to the courtyard. Preferably go in the morning when it first opens so that there is no crowd. Costs 20 dh. However, the Ben Youssef madrasa in Marrakech was more interesting as there was more to explore.
Joshua Mei — Google review
This madrasa, dating from the 1350s, is one of the treasures of the city of Fez. Every surface is sumptuously decorated with tiles and plaster carving, making it a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture. Entrance costs 20 dirhams.
Raymond Lind — Google review
This may one of the most intricately detailed madrasa/mosque I have ever seen. It is just one courtyard and the cost of entrance is 20 MD ($2), I would pay $25 to look at this beautiful courtyard. It will take you many hours to drink the intricate work. I have never seen anything close to this artistic work anywhere. Go on a sunny day clear day.
Sudheer Marisetti — Google review
Place where students were housed in the past, it has an impressive architecture, of a unique beauty. I recommend your visit.
João Inocêncio — Google review
Pretty nice yard. Other than that not much to see. I do’t think you can get to the second floor. Entry ticket is 20MAD.
The Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, an 18th-century Islamic architectural marvel, is a significant tourist attraction in Meknes. It was constructed to honor the city's founder and houses the tomb of Sultan Moulay Ismail. The complex features stunning fountains, intricate geometric designs, and a sundial. While non-Muslims are allowed in the outer parts of the mausoleum, only Muslims can approach the actual tomb.
Beautiful place in Morocco
Zuwaina Tour — Google review
Visited the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes and was thoroughly impressed by the cleanliness and upkeep of the site. The grounds are immaculately maintained, with clear pathways and pristine surroundings. Inside, the intricate tilework and ornate calligraphy are beautifully preserved, creating a serene and respectful atmosphere for visitors to pay their respects. A must-visit destination for anyone interested in Moroccan history and culture.
Zainab Mesrar — Google review
closed for renovation ( a pattern u’ll find around the city)
Patinadora do Gelo — Google review
I thought the place was reserved for Muslims only.
Great experience, free of charge
Vincent Cerver — Google review
Very nice people. Good "little bit more Moroccan style" souk. Try the fresh & warm bread straight out of the oven (side Street) - soooo good. Beautiful view over the town. A lot of people speak English and German there.
Jennifer S — Google review
One arrives only to discover that it has been closed for two years without any signs or indications online until you arrive. I'm sure it must be wonderful but do check in advance before visiting Meknès whether any of the major sites are open as Google and the major travel websites have not been updated in some time. Hopefully the 'restoration' works are eventually successful and not too aggressive.
Aron Paul — Google review
newley opened in Meknes, I loved it
But they need to change the timing, if its for tourists it should be open everyday from 9 to 5 at least. and not closing at lunch time and then colse on Fridays which is not good at all, chabge the timeing and all is great
Ben Fadel Zouhair — Google review
Located near Elhadeem Square.
Clean and well-maintained, yet a large sign by the entrance would help.
F. T. — Google review
A lovely experience and the building also has lots of intricate designs.
There is a time schedule as to when the gates open to allow you in. The gate opened a few minutes after 12 noon on a Saturday for us.
Anthony Peter Kwawu — Google review
This is place is an historical place and the symbol of the city of Meknes, it holds the cradle of the rulers sultan moulay Ismail and his wife lalla khonata. Beautiful architecture and Moroccan mosaic tiles or zallij.
SAM Destination (Morocco) — Google review
Absolutely beautiful place, definitely worth visiting, stunning architecture and decoration. My own experience marred only by a group of very loud Catalans who seemed to think it was normal to shout to each other and guffaw loudly at their own jokes in another country's religious site. You can understand why mosques and other Muslim sites are closed to foreigners when you see behaviour like this - keep respect, people. 🙏🏼
Mark Appleby — Google review
One of the few remaining places that people can visit in meknes city
Youssef Yakhlef — Google review
The kings spent lot of effort, time and money to build the Masjids. People burry the king after his death. As for Islam if grave inside can't pray. These huge Masjid now wasted. Hope the govt take away the graves and allow praying. And the builder can get the rewards.
Medina is a bustling historic district centered around the expansive Place Lahdim, where the striking Bab Mansour Laleuj gate stands. The square is lined with outdoor cafes, pottery and spice stalls, and narrow alleys lead to the Madrasa Bou Inania, an ancient Islamic school known for its intricate interiors. The Khemis Gate marks the entrance to the Mellah Jewish quarter.
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Lahdim Square
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Lahdim Square is a vast public gathering place in Meknes, Morocco, known for its food sellers, market stalls, and the imperial Bab Mansour gate. The square is adorned with beautiful grand historic gates and arches that are truly breathtaking. It's a popular spot for locals to spend their time and for visitors to experience the local atmosphere. The square offers free entry and is wheelchair accessible with ample parking space available.
After the redevelopment in Fez was completed, work in Meknes is finally beginning. This will be the last of the ancient cities to be refurbished. It's setting, even without refurbishment, is both lovely, and unique. The forestry of the area in the drive up to the old city is especially lovely.
Vicki Hill — Google review
Beautiful grand historic gates/doors and arches surround the square that rightly take your breath away a little. Many restaurants and cafes on the main square and overlooking the square, although I'd be mindful that the restaurant workers can be a little aggressive in their attempts to get you to dine in their restaurants. They're harmless but I don't like when people try to push you to choose their establishment even if you're not interested in dining; what I didn't like about these restaurants is that once you're in and have ordered they no longer care about you and are after new customers. The square is busy during the day and has snake charmers, horses, an ostrich even and a monkey to see; there's souvenirs on sale and it's what you go through to get to the main souk, which has everything you may want to remember Morocco by. At night the square is asleep except for a few young neighbourhood men who hang out there or others who live in the area. Late in the day or at night is also a good time that I found to see the great gates/doors with very few tourists to block your view and cars around to navigate around.
Nura H (Nura H) — Google review
The square is an interesting point in central part of old Meknes.
Part of it was under renovation, but I was able to walk around the market and it was quite interesting.
F. T. — Google review
Lively square with snake charmers and loud music. Nice to sit up on a roof terrace, drinking coffee and watching. Plenty of restaurants around the square and gets very busy in the evening.
Victoria Godbold — Google review
Very disappointing. The whole city is going a renovation. The square is closed with big plastic banners/fences. All monuments and important buildings are covered and closed. The renovation started 5 years ago and got delayed because of COVID. Some say everything will be finished by the end of this year (2023) ... Others that it won't be finished until April 2024, at least. I used the Moroccan oficial website to planed my trip. Nothing in there suggested that everything was closed and that there was not point in coming here. It was a waste of time.
Sofía Lankinen — Google review
Everything was under construction while we visited the square, also the "Bab El Mansour Laalej" gate was underconstruction. We went into the streets and madina to see, smell and taste the food.
Albert Lieuw — Google review
Its great especially if you're a tourist here in Morocco and wanted to explore the beauty of this place this should be in your bucket list 🤩🤩🤩🤩 you can also buy a lot of souvenir bcoz Medina is just right in there, so you better go ☺️
Zarah May R. — Google review
The reason I gave a 3star rating because the square is currently under renovation. It makes visiting much less convenient. Once the renovation ends and the square is fully open again then I would give it 5 stars. It's especially fun at night. Lots of cool merchants and wonderful confections. The rooftop terraces over great food and drink and an amazing birdseye view of the square and Bab Monsour
Brittany Power — Google review
Went on a trip to Meknes from Fes. It was nice to visit ancient ruins of Volubilis but Meknes didn't do anything for me. In my opinion it's not really worth a visit. Very old and rundown city. There was a mosque which looked very nice and that's it. The Lahdim Square arch was under consideration but even if it would be open I wouldn't go there again. On the photos is an entrance to mosque and the only one street I felt like taking photo of
Alina Kuznecova Wellness and Fitness — Google review
Will be nice once the restoration work has been completed. The beautiful gate is mostly hidden, best seen from on a horse cart ride.
The Square was mostly cordoned off, a walkway with horses to ride.
A snake charmer and performing monkeys, really this is 21 century it should not be allowed anymore, bad taste.
Souk was very busy and crammed into a small space. Not ideal, but no doubt will improve when things are back to normal.
Lucy Harris — Google review
It's a tourist trap. And there are plenty of tourists there and everybody seem to be having a good time. I'm here for personal reasons so I avoided all the tour groups and tourist areas so I don't have any information on those unfortunately. I like the authentic heritage, not the exorbitant prices made for tourists. So my best recommendation is to go with a couple of your friends and avoid the tour guides. They get a kickback from everything you need to talk you into buying at a shop. If you want to see the real history, walk around with the local. This morning I was explained all about how the very first Masjid built in the city by the king is now being turned into a library. And a lot of people are really upset about it. But I had the opportunity to see it, and no real tourists ever will
Psy “Munir” NigH — Google review
I visited this attraction last week (August, 2022) during my visit to Meknes. Nothing is special here, but worth to visit to see how locals spend their time here.
Pros:
1. Free entry. No admission to visit the place.
2. The square is big with many people gathering.
3. Many sellers nearby to sell water, juice, and others things.
4. Entrance accessible for wheelchair.
5. Parking accessible for wheelchair.
6. The parking lot is wide and you just need to give coins to the man there.
If you do not like crowd, you can avoid to visit the square.
Rita — Google review
This is perhaps one of the most famous stops for all tourists and it is worthy.
The area is filled with large locals courtyard for eating, shopping, and souvenirs. and markets and it just simply exciting!
AMINE Khalid — Google review
Just too busy because part of the square is under construction so there is only one narrow lane heading into the Medina and if your riad is in Medina watch out as there is hardly and room to move especially if suitcases are to be carried or dragged. To plan around it Fridays not as crowded and before 10 am easy pass. Afternoons can get super busy
Alnoor — Google review
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50000 Rue Ahmed Bendriss Mellouli, Meknes 50070, Morocco
I'll never travel to Chefchaouen without this trip planner again
This is the most imposing, impressive and majestic gate of the Imperial City of Meknes. It was built out of the marble columns removed from the ruins of the Roman city called Volubilis. You can see ornate calligraphy and Islamic patterns spread all over this horseshoe shaped gate. It was designed in 1732 by Mansour Laalej (meaning victorious renegade) who was a Christian convert.
Amine Touil — Google review
Very disappointing. The whole city is going a renovation. All monuments and important buildings are covered and closed. The renovation started 5 years ago and got delayed because of COVID. Some say everything will be finished by the end of this year (2023) ... Others that it won't be finished until April 2024, at least. I used the Moroccan oficial website to planed my trip. Nothing in there suggested that everything was closed and that there was not point in coming here. It was a waste of time.
Sofía Lankinen — Google review
Too many people, everything is closed due to renovation till 2023. if Fes is on your itinerary, you can skip Meknes.
Joy Zhang — Google review
This is the most imposing, impressive and majestic gate of the Imperial City of Meknes. It was built out of the marble columns removed from the ruins of the Roman city called Volubilis. You can see ornate calligraphy and Islamic patterns spread all over this horseshoe shaped gate. It was designed in 1732 by Mansour Laalej (meaning victorious renegade) who was a Christian convert.
Omar Marrouki — Google review
Lovely place to visit with your friends and family and spend some time visiting lahdim square and all the old medina I recommend to everyone want to visit a historical city welcome to the city of my Ismail the sultan of Morocco in 16th century I love it
Sennad Amine — Google review
Super city, vibrant and totally opersite poles. New and Old Town. A sure place to put on your, "to-do" list...
Andrew Baylis — Google review
Soufiane ouguinaz thank you so much for the delicious food and the service was excellent
sofia osmani — Google review
Not bad but you get last very cute
Back Home — Google review
Love having my favourite peppermint tea and watching people.
Thomas Ting — Google review
Nice place in historical Area,
Said Zaouani — Google review
The largest door in Africa 😁
Aissa Samih — Google review
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VCVM+5PJ, Rue Dar Smen, Meknes, Morocco
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Hôtel Swani
Hotel
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Hôtel Swani is a casual lodging option in Meknes, offering simple rooms, some of which feature balconies. The hotel also houses a restaurant and café. The accommodations are pleasant and well-maintained, with friendly staff dedicated to providing excellent service. Conveniently situated near the city center yet nestled in a quiet location, guests will appreciate the absence of parking issues.
The rooms are nice, clean, service is nice and all are friendly and trying to do the best. No parking problems, near to city center but in a silent location . For sure I will stay there as soon I am in meknes.
Higly recommend hotel. 👌
Muzaffer Bozada — Google review
Rooms are good clean comfortable, but don't try the food worst tasteless food I have ever tasted in Morocco.
Talha Khan — Google review
Nice hotel, aircon worked in summer, but pricey for location but decent, breakfast is off a menu so no buffet, slept well. Give it a go.
Billski — Google review
Very comfortable excellent service small rooms but adequate - good clean bathrooms and comfy beds, sumptuous breakfast. Recommended
FlyingFox — Google review
Very happy with my 1 night stay here. It's a 10 minute walk from Meknes station (2 minute taxi ride). Nice and spacious rooms with private terrace - we didn't have chairs or table on it though. Very friendly and helpful staff. We arrived late at night and they were happy to wait with us outside in the cold for some time to hail a taxi to get food in the city centre. Rooms are clean and modern with aircon, TV and bath products.
Charlotte Ripke — Google review
The rooms was clean and spacious but the beds were very hard!!! Difficult to sleep on hard beds. Bathroom didn’t have a glass to use and shower was in poor condition. The shower head leaked and the shower door wouldn’t close and there was a dangerous mat to stand on. Breakfast was acceptable
Gunta Bradley — Google review
Nice typical modern Moroccan hotel. The hotel is located in one of the wealthiest areas in Meknes. So the streets are quite and clean. The modern city is like a mile away. The hotel has no bar, but the restaurant is alright
Moh Nvt — Google review
I am spending a few nights here. A walking distance from the train station in a residential neighborhood. Roof resturant where you can see the city. Friendly reception and waiters. Very good breakfast. My room is spacious because it is without a balcony. Clean room and toilet. No fridge or safe in my room.
Khalid Ashoor — Google review
Wonderful ambient, clean and cozy rooms, nice terrace and rich breakfast. Stuff are polite, helpful and speak English. Definitely cost the money and suits even budget travelers. I’d come back ;)
Desislava El Hakim — Google review
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6 rue numéro 1 quartier belair, Meknes 50010, Morocco
Merinid-era structure with ornate mosaics & carved wooden interiors, plus views from the rooftop.
This 14th-century university college has a fine, elegant decoration that covers every courtyard (ceiling, floor and wall) and combines three basic materials - cedar wood, stucco and mosaic. All this creates a harmonious whole. The first floor is surrounded by modest student cells. The roof overlooks the city.
Dana Johnsonová — Google review
very hard to find ( without a guide) and it was closed (most likely for renovation since most monuments are undergoing construction/renovation until 2023). So if you want to visit meknes, i would suggest waiting a few years
Patinadora do Gelo — Google review
It's a must see in Meknes! Amazing mosaics, decorative stucco, wooden cedar wood ceilings and fantastic view from the terrace. It's very well preserved and it gives you the feeling that it wasn't very long ago the last time that it was in use.
It has 26 rooms cells each hosted two students so 52 in total. The students were confined in this room during all the revisions of the Holy Koraan with only water, bread and olives as a meal.
Emmanouil Zacharakis — Google review
beautiful interior (a little bit aged and cracks on tiles could be spotted), good rooftop view. There are small rooms on the top floor that you can overlook at the courtyard. there’s a room at the end of the corridor at the second floor that can look at the market.
Natalie Yu — Google review
Inside the Madrasa was beautiful. The small details in the wood and stone is stunning. The rooftop also provided an amazing view of Meknès. Tickets for adults are 60 Durham, free entry for Moroccans. Some of the walls in the classrooms and living quarters could use refurbishing. Overall, seeing Madrasa Bou Inania was a cool experience.
Garrett Bogus — Google review
I’m giving it four stars because it’s pretty...
€6 to get in
No info given
Old man with no teeth can only say “I don’t understand” in French... not much else. Felt frustrated at the lack of renovation, no information. It seems to be a thing here in Morocco. Rip non Moroccans off...
Tiziana Schembri — Google review
Really pretty madrasa but to be honest the entrance is quite expensive. 6 euros.
Oki Muñoz — Google review
relax on the rooftop above the medina! 60dh entrance fee might be used to renovate this beautiful Place. Really chillling
Johannes Meixner — Google review
Expensive for 5 minutes visit.
60 dirhams/person
Matthias Binzer — Google review
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Site Archéologique de Volubilis
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Historical place museum
Ancient Ruins
If you're into your history and would enjoy visiting Roman ruins then this is the place for you. The area is well preserved and the historical artifacts and easily accessible... 🇬🇧 > 🇲🇦
Nizam Yusuf — Google review
The history here is amazing. The fact it has been here as long as it has is already mind-blowing. The location they chose to build is beautiful. Morocco had an earthquake recently, so go see it while you can
Lori Meyer — Google review
Amazing site with easy access and choice of hiring a guide on the spot or just going in and exploring on your own. Beautiful mosaic floors all over the site, so don't miss exploring the outer areas, most you can't see until you get right in front of them.
Alicia Jobe — Google review
Archaeological site of Volubilis
- Under preservation of UNESCO
The Mauritanian capital, founded in the 3rd century BC, became an important outpost of the Roman Empire and was graced with many fine buildings. Extensive remains of these survive in the archaeological site, located in a fertile agricultural area. Volubilis was later briefly to become the capital of Idris I, founder of the Idrisid dynasty, who is buried at nearby Moulay Idris.
Volubilis contains essentially Roman vestiges of a fortified municipium built on a commanding site at the foot of the Jebel Zerhoun. Covering an area of 42 hectares, it is of outstanding importance demonstrating urban development and Romanisation at the frontiers of the Roman Empire and the graphic illustration of the interface between the Roman and indigenous cultures. Because of its isolation and the fact that it had not been occupied for nearly a thousand years, it presents an important level of authenticity. It is one of the richest sites of this period in North Africa, not only for its ruins but also for the great wealth of its epigraphic evidence.
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Place worthy of visit, lots of rich history at this site and there is even more to discover, at this moment they are renovating the new area.
you can get your own guided tour from the entrance by 200dirham if you arrive by car
Our guide was named Hassan who was really experienced and knew everything about the site, highly recommend this guide. Speaks arab and France
Peik J?ntti (Pike) — Google review
UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beautiful to walk through try and get a guide. Take tons of water and hat especially if you are travelling late summer. Avoid after 11am. It's way too hot. Our day was 46degrees and NO Shade.
Amanda F — Google review
Highly recommend visiting this archaeological masterpiece. We went as part of our Best of Morocco Intrepid tour, but definitely have a guide show you around.... well worth the $$. Amazing mosaics and history.
Kim Szerdahelyi — Google review
One of the better maintained roman ruins. There is a LOT of history here, a lot to walk around. Get a good guide. you can see the murals, the common baths, the pillars, the archways, the aqueducts and more. Take it easy and spend time and take in the history.
vinay moharil — Google review
Wow...what a special place..the ruins..the arches..mosiacs are stunning..you can spend hours here. Clean toilets..a little cafe and shop outside which are pleasant.
Su Roberts — Google review
C'est magnifique!!! Amazing 2000 year old Roman ruins of Volubilis. It was one of the Roman Empire's most remote outposts and at its peak had a population of 20 000 people. It's the best preserved archaeological site in Morocco.
You can walk there from Zerhoun but I'd recommend starting early (before 8am) and if it's during July/August rather catch a taxi there and back. Taxi's are around 30 MAD one way (although I paid 50 to come back which in the August heat I was fine with) or if they wait for you you're looking at 120 MAD.
Stephen Rubenstein — Google review
70MAD per head for entrance fee and a local guide for 200MAD. Would recommend getting a guide because they know the historical significance of the place and can bring you to specific sites to explain to you.
Jennifer Yeo — Google review
Gorgeous ruins privide a great map and insight to its time period. Beautiful views. So well preserved and tell quite a story. The city and houses still have a blueprint, including common baths, markets, fire rooms, dining rooms, etc. So much history! The beliefs and practices can still be understood today. The walk itself was easy to tour and you only need a couple of hours. Get a great tour guide!
CarefullyPlated — Google review
Plan 2-3 hours (if you like museums), we had a phenomenal guide, rich history, very happy we stopped even though it was off the path a bit
Plan on walking on uneven ground, bring water
Wes Zeger — Google review
Volubilis, located in Morocco, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region. Once a flourishing Roman city, its ruins now evoke a sense of awe and wonder. The well-preserved architecture, intricate mosaics, and grand structures transport visitors back in time to an era of prosperity. Nestled amidst rolling hills, Volubilis also offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it serves as a captivating window into the past, allowing us to appreciate the intersection of Roman and indigenous influences that shaped this ancient city.
Onur Ozsoy — Google review
Very interesting experience.
You may consider going without a tour guide and just read the placards yourself for info.
You'll pay cost of entry, plus 200 dirham for the guide fee plus he'll ask for a tip. So consider this.
Overall very interesting to see the ancient municipal buildings, homes, and more.
Faruq Wagner — Google review
Incredible Roman ruins. Many mosaics and structures still stand after 1,300+ years. Lots of guides available for tours in different languages. Ask for “Abdulkarim” to show you around, he was very knowledgeable, friendly, funny and spoke 6 languages! Great tour guide!
Alan YDR — Google review
Volubilis is the premier archaeological site in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set picturesquely among the olive groves for which this part of Morocco is famed, it is one of the highlights of a trip to the country. The ruins include houses with beautiful mosaic floors, the remains of public baths, colonnades, a forum and triumphal arches. It is cold in winter, so rug up. Entry costs 70 dh for foreigners.