Meknes, a vibrant city in central Morocco, boasts 750,000 residents. It’s the least frequented of Morocco’s four imperial cities, including Fes, Marrakesh, and Rabat. This makes Meknes an ideal spot to experience authentic Moroccan life, far from the tourist-heavy streets of Marrakesh.
Located about an hour west of Fes, Meknes is easily accessible via several highways. This makes it a perfect choice for a day trip if you’re looking for something unique. Don’t forget to visit the nearby ancient ruins of Volubilis – they’re a must-see!
Meknes day trips from Fes are straightforward. The journey takes about an hour by car on well-maintained, uncrowded roads.
All our transfers are private, meaning you'll have the vehicle to yourself. No need to worry about limited space.
Meknes is home to much grandeur, including Ismail's royal palace. This splendor has earned Meknes the nickname "The Versailles of Morocco".
Choose starting point TANGIER CITY/VILLE (Airport included) Tangier-Med Marrakech (Airport included) Casablanca (Airport included) Fes (Airport included) Asilah Cabo Negro Ceuta Chefchaouen Essaouira Ifrane Imlil Larache Meknes Ourika Valley Rabat Tetouan Volubilis Agadir (Airport included) Taroudant Tiznit Merzouga El jadida Al hoceima Kenitra Agafay Ouarzazate Dades Hilton Tangier Al Houara Tamouda Bay
Choose ending point TANGIER CITY/VILLE (Airport included) Tangier-Med Marrakech (Airport included) Casablanca (Airport included) Fes (Airport included) Asilah Cabo Negro Ceuta Chefchaouen Essaouira Ifrane Imlil Larache Meknes Ourika Valley Rabat Tetouan Volubilis Agadir (Airport included) Taroudant Tiznit Merzouga El jadida Al hoceima Kenitra Agafay Ouarzazate Dades Hilton Tangier Al Houara Tamouda Bay
A trip to Meknes isn’t complete without exploring its stunning medina. The winding streets might confuse you, but don’t worry – it’s small enough that you’ll find your way out eventually! Meknes’ medina offers many traditional shops and, unlike Marrakesh, remains largely untouched by tourism.
The Fes to Meknes trip takes about an hour, making it a great day trip option if you’re short on time. Also, the ancient ruins of Volubilis lie about 30 minutes north of Meknes. If you’d like to see both Meknes and Volubilis in one day, you can choose this option when booking through our website.
