Overview
Built in 1913, Bab Boujloud is the main entrance to the Fes el Bali medina and the city's most iconic landmark. The inner face is decorated in Fes's signature cobalt blue tile, while the outer face wears green tile, Islam's symbolic color. Passing through it launches you into the maze of the world's largest car-free urban zone. Cafes and restaurants line the square outside, making it a good place to rest before or after exploring the medina, and the first glimpse through the gate leaves a lasting impression. Free entry. About 10 minutes by taxi from the new city.
Travel Tips
Sip mint tea on a cafe terrace in front of the gate while admiring it. Hiring a guide here makes medina navigation much easier (half-day about MAD 200-400).
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Fes, Morocco from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Morocco on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Fes on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Fes with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Fes 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate)
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Dar Batha Museum
Fes pottery and Berber craft museum housed in a 19th-century palace.
📍 170m away
Borj Nord
A 16th-century hilltop fortress overlooking the entire Fez medina, now a museum of arms.
📍 1.0km away
Things to Do in Fes
Tannery Workshop Tour
Visit the 1,000-year-old Chouara Tannery to watch leather dyeing with natural pigments and see artisans at work in surrounding workshops. Hold mint leaves to your nose as tradition dictates.
Moroccan Mint Tea Ceremony
Experience a Moroccan mint tea ceremony at a traditional Fes riad. Learn the art of pouring tea from a height and enjoy Moroccan pastries in a warm Arab hospitality setting.
Medina Maze Guided Tour
Explore the world largest car-free urban zone with a local guide through 9,000+ alleys. Visit Karaouine University, Bou Inania Madrasa, and the Blue Gate.