11 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Fez - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Fez

The Blue Gate of Fes

The other side is actually green.

Fes el-Bali

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

Chouara Leather Tannery

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.

Merenid Tombs

Crumbling necropolis set high above Fez.

Dar Batha

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

University of Al-Karaouine

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

Al-Attarine Madrasa

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

British Saloon

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

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