El Ayoun Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An iconic sight for sure, the tanneries of Fes was absolutely interesting to take in. As well as the smell, which wasn't as bad as I anticipated - and they gave us a bundle of mint to smell if it got too bad. :)

Here you can see all the different colors of leather dyed...and dried...and here you will find the biggest selections and best prices for leather products at the surrounding leather shops that have a veranda to see the men at work below.

Yes, yes I did acquire a bag while I was there - and it has Berber carpet on it too - double score! :)
An iconic sight for sure, the tanneries of Fes was absolutely interesting to take in. As well as the smell, which wasn't as bad as I anticipated - and they gave us a bundle of mint to smell if it got too bad. :)

Here you can see all the different colors of leather dyed...and dried...and here you will find the biggest selections and best prices for leather products at the surrounding leather shops that have a veranda to see the men at work below.

Yes, yes I did acquire a bag while I was there - and it has Berber carpet on it too - double score! :)
Tucked away on one of the many side streets of Fes, with an unassuming door and front is the amazing Riad Salam Fes.

A luxury riad nestled in the old medina of Fes, which is a UNESCO world heritage site, is walking distance to so much of the old medina to discover - shopping, foods, markets, restaurants.

This is where we ate breakfast in the morning. I know...hard to handle ;)

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Our pick of the best El Ayoun Hotel Deals

Riad Mazar Fes

Riad Mazar Fes

4.5 out of 5
Rue 2 N°12 Arset Bennis Douh Medina Fes Fes Boulmane
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (595 reviews)
素晴らしい美術品のコレクションがあり、とても美しいリアドでした。

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Riad Mazar Fes
Riad Alassala Fes

Riad Alassala Fes

3.5 out of 5
11 Derb El-Hamia Douh Fes
The price is AU$185 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$185
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this riad in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Glaoui ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
This was my second trip to this wonderful Riad. It is beautiful and friendly. My home base in Fes!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Riad Alassala Fes
Ryad Alya

Ryad Alya

4 out of 5
8 Bis Derb El Guebbas Fes
Stay at this spa riad in Fes. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
This was a fabulous hotel and the service was excellent! The staff were very attentive and offered us complimentary mint tea and cookies after our Medina adventures each day. Breakfast was different each day and my husband loved the tomato jam. They serve breakfast in the courtyard during winter/spring ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Ryad Alya
Riad Braya

Riad Braya

5 out of 5
7 Derb El Hamia Douh Batha Fès
The price is AU$157 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$157
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this riad in Fes. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Glaoui Palace and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
This riad is a spectacular oasis from the busy medina, like a Faberge egg which opens up once you get in the front door. Hosts are genuine and helpful with absolute grace.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Riad Braya
Riad Dar Kenza

Riad Dar Kenza

3 out of 5
7 Derb Skallia El Guabbas Fes Medina Fes Fes
The price is AU$75 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$75
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
This property is extremely conveniently located near the blue gate

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Riad Dar Kenza
Riad Layla

Riad Layla

4 out of 5
Rue 18, Medina Arsat Mabrouka Dough Fes
Stay at this spa riad in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Glaoui Palace and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
We stayed 3 nights at Riad Layla. The 1st 2 nights were in the Sara room. It was a very nice room and was comfortable. The hot water worked well in the bathroom and there was a refrigerator which was nice. The only down side is that the room was a bit dark. Breakfasts were amazing as was the service. ...

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Riad Layla
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Other neighbourhoods around El Ayoun

Empty street in the old medina of Fez, Morocco

Talaa

While visiting Talaa, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Gate and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation.

Talaa
View inside of old medina in Fes, a traditional and old tannery with workers working making methods of leather in the city Fes, Morocco, in april of 2019.

Medina of Fez

If you're spending some time in Medina of Fez, Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud are top sights worth seeing.

Medina of Fez
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Fes El Bali

4/5(15 area reviews)

Fes El Bali is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Saffarin Madrasa and Chouara Tannery while you're in town.

Fes El Bali
This beautiful wooden fretwork separates the reading room from the book stacks, which we did not have access to.  You might notice that the design mirrors the fretwork on the outside of the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

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R'habet Zbib

When in R'habet Zbib, you can plan a visit to Saffarin Madrasa and Chouara Tannery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

R'habet Zbib
The Medina of Fes El Bali is the biggest Medina in Morocco and it´s full of life!
Madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains are everywhere! But, be careful, this Medina is also the most labyrinthine, so my advice is to have a local and official guide with you, especially if you have no much time to visit the city  because you´ll probably get lost more than once! ;)
#lifeatexpedia #fes #morocco #medina #lights

Dar Tazi

While visiting Dar Tazi, you might make a stop by sights like Sidi Moussa Tannery and Talisman Art Gallery.

Dar Tazi
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Ain Azlitan

Ain Azlitan might not have many top sights, but Blue Gate and Place Bou Jeloud are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ain Azlitan


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