4 Days In Fez With Kids (2026): Family-Friendly Itinerary For Morocco’s Imperial City

4 Days in Fez with Kids (2026): Family-Friendly Itinerary for Morocco’s Imperial City

Alissa Walker

Travel writing based on first-hand experience

August 27, 2025

Fez, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, is an exciting destination for families. With its maze-like medina, colorful souks, friendly locals, and endless cultural discoveries, it’s a place where kids can learn, explore, and have fun. This 4-day in Fez with kids itinerary is designed to make the most of the city while keeping little travelers entertained and comfortable.

➡️Read our guide with the best things to do in Fez and nearby, along with practical tips to help you move through the city more easily, choose where to stay, and find places worth sitting down for a proper meal.

➡️These are the places that stayed with us most, along with the practical tips that make choosing where to eat in Fez much easier.

➡️Discover the best places to stay in Fez, Morocco — from the historic Medina’s charming riads to Ville Nouvelle’s modern hotels. Find top neighborhoods, handpicked stays, and insider tips to make your trip unforgettable.

➡️Read our detailed 3-day itinerary in Fez. Explore the historic medina, vibrant souks, ancient landmarks, and hidden gems with this detailed travel guide.

How to Get to Fez with Kids

Flights to Fez are short and easy from Europe. From the airport, it’s only a 20-minute taxi ride into the medina. Pack snacks and water for the kids, as the heat can feel intense upon arrival.

Where to Stay in Fez with Kids

Riad Dar Elinor in Fez — *Riad Dar Elinor*

Staying in a riad inside the medina is a great family experience. Riads often have spacious family rooms, rooftop terraces, and staff who go out of their way to make children feel welcome. Riad Dar Elinor is an excellent option, with big family suites, a generous breakfast, and a rooftop perfect for relaxing after sightseeing.

Day 1: Arrival & First Explorations

Settle into Your Riad

Begin by enjoying mint tea and pastries — a cultural ritual kids often love. From the rooftop, children can spot minarets, rooftops, and watch the bustling medina life below.

Walk to Bab Boujloud (the Blue Gate)

Visit Bab Boujloud, the impressive Blue Gate. The walk is short, and along the way kids will be delighted by the many cats roaming the alleys (counting cats quickly becomes a family game here!). Lunch on skewers or tajine in a small restaurant near the gate keeps things simple and delicious.

Evening in the Medina

Take an easy stroll through the alleys and admire the intricate doors. End the day with dinner at Cafe Clock, which offers Moroccan classics in a casual, family-friendly setting.

Day 2: Tanneries & Souk Adventures

Visit the Tanneries

Head to the famous Fez tanneries in the morning. While the smell is strong, shopkeepers hand out sprigs of mint to help mask it, which kids find funny and memorable. Watching the workers dye leather in giant colorful vats is like seeing a living history lesson.

Explore the Souk

The medina of Fez is friendlier and less overwhelming than Marrakech, making it easier with kids. Locals often smile or chat with children, and it’s a great place for little ones to practice saying “Salam Aleykum” or “Shoukran.” Stop at a small shop for henna tattoos, which children usually enjoy.

Street Food Dinner

Try Moroccan street food – soups, fresh olives, strawberries, and pastries from street stalls around Bab Boujloud. Simple, tasty, and fun for kids who enjoy picking their own food.

Day 3: Pool Time, Family Lunch & Hammam

Enjoy Pool Time

Pool in Palais Shazam in Fez — *Pool in Palais Shazam*

Cool off at a riad with a pool, such as Palais Shazam. It’s a lifesaver on hot days and gives children a chance to play and recharge before more sightseeing.

Have Lunch with Locals

Some small restaurants open their homes to visitors. Families are especially welcome, and kids will enjoy meeting local children. Expect hearty tajines and couscous served in a relaxed, homey atmosphere.

Try a Hammam (Parents’ Turn)

Royal Medina Spa in Fez — *Royal Medina Spa*

While one parent stays with the kids, the other can enjoy a session at a traditional hammam such as the Royal Medina Spa. It’s an authentic Moroccan experience and a great way for parents to unwind.

Dinner at Mom’s Touch

Head to Mom’s Touch near Bab Boujloud for Moroccan food with a modern twist. The rooftop views are a bonus for kids who enjoy spotting landmarks over the medina.

Day 4: Gardens, Fresh Lunch & Playtime

Visit Jnan Sbil Gardens

Step outside the medina for a stroll in the shaded Jnan Sbil Gardens. Kids can run freely along tree-lined paths, watch fountains, and spot plants from Morocco and beyond. It’s a calm and refreshing break from the busy souks.

Lunch at Veggie Pause

The meal at Veggie Pause in Fez — *The meal at Veggie Pause*

For a lighter option, try Veggie Pause, a café serving fresh vegetarian dishes like tartines and salads. Even picky eaters will find something simple and tasty here.

Relax at the Riad

Spend the afternoon playing games or resting in the riad’s central courtyard. End the day with mint tea and Moroccan pastries before heading out for a final family stroll through the medina.

Last Dinner in Fez

Finish your trip with dinner at Peroke Café, a modern spot that’s casual and kid-friendly — a nice way to say goodbye before traveling on to Chefchaouen.