The Best Day Trips from Fes
Fes is a superb base for northern Morocco. Once you've explored the medina, these day trips add Roman ruins, imperial cities and mountain scenery.
The Short List
| Trip | Time / Why go |
|---|---|
| Meknes + Volubilis | 1h - the classic: imperial Meknes and Morocco's best Roman ruins (often combined with Moulay Idriss) |
| Ifrane & cedar forests | 1h - "Swiss" alpine town + wild Barbary macaques in the cedars (see Ifrane) |
| Chefchaouen | 4h each way - the blue city; long as a day trip, better as an overnight |
| Moulay Idriss Zerhoun | 1h - Morocco's holiest town, hillside white houses, usually paired with Volubilis |
How to Go
- Meknes + Volubilis: shared or private day tours from Fes, or DIY by train to Meknes + grand taxi to Volubilis.
- Ifrane: easiest with a private driver or tour (combine with Azrou's cedar forest).
- Chefchaouen: doable in a long day, but our itineraries make it an overnight.
Based in Marrakesh instead? See day trips from Marrakesh.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best day trip from Fes?
Meknes combined with the Roman ruins of Volubilis (and often Moulay Idriss) is the classic and best day trip - imperial history plus antiquity, about an hour away.
Can you do a day trip from Fes to Chefchaouen?
Yes but it's long - about 4 hours each way. It works as a full day, though an overnight in the blue city is far more rewarding.
Are there mountains near Fes?
Yes - Ifrane and the Middle Atlas cedar forests (with wild Barbary macaques) are about an hour away and make a refreshing day trip.
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