FesvsMarrakech
Can't decide between Fes and Marrakech? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Fes
Fes is the cultural and spiritual heart of Morocco, home to the world's oldest university and largest car-free urban area. The labyrinthine medina—a UNESCO World Heritage site—offers medieval tanneries, intricate artisan work, ancient madrasas, and an immersive journey back in time.
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Marrakech
Marrakech is a sensory explosion of colors, sounds, and scents in the heart of Morocco. The Red City enchants with its medieval medina, ornate palaces, bustling souks, and a magical atmosphere that transports visitors to another world.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Fes offers Fes el-Bali Medina, Chouara Tannery, Al-Qarawiyyin University
Marrakech offers Jemaa el-Fnaa, Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden
Food & Dining
Fes is famous for its local dining scene
Marrakech is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Fes offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Marrakech offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
March to May, September to November
March to May, September to November
Weather
Summer: 35°C, Winter: 12°C
Summer: 36°C, Winter: 18°C
Top Attractions in Fes
- 1Fes el-Bali Medina
- 2Chouara Tannery
- 3Al-Qarawiyyin University
- 4Bou Inania Madrasa
- 5Dar Batha Museum
- 6Artisan Workshops
Top Attractions in Marrakech
- 1Jemaa el-Fnaa
- 2Bahia Palace
- 3Majorelle Garden
- 4Medina Souks
- 5Koutoubia Mosque
- 6Atlas Mountains Day Trip
Fes is Popular With
Marrakech is Popular With
Geheimtipps
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Geheimtipps in Fes
- 1
The Medersa el-Attarine
A 14th-century theological college located deep in the spice and perfume souk, often overshadowed by the larger Bou Inania Madrasa.
- 2
The Belghazi Museum
A private museum housed in a beautiful 19th-century palace in the medina, showcasing a vast collection of Moroccan artifacts.
Geheimtipps in Marrakech
- 1
Le Jardin Secret
A recently restored 19th-century palace and garden in the medina, featuring both an exotic and an Islamic garden.
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Dar Bellarj Foundation
A cultural center housed in a former stork hospital ('bellarj' means stork) near the Ben Youssef Madrasa.
Viertel zum Erkunden
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Top-Gegenden in Fes
Fes el-Bali (The Old Medina)
The historic, walled heart of the city and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fes el-Jdid (The New Medina)
Founded in the 13th century by the Marinid dynasty, this 'new' city is home to the vast Royal Palace (Dar el-Makhzen) and the historic Mellah (Jewish Quarter).
Top-Gegenden in Marrakech
Medina (Old City)
The historic heart of Marrakech, enclosed by 12th-century ramparts.
Kasbah
The southern district of the medina, historically the royal quarter.
Budgetvergleich
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Our Verdict
Both Fes and Marrakech are incredible destinations. Fes excels in ancient medina and tanneries, while Marrakech stands out for souks and riads.
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