Other Tourist Scams in Fez, Morocco
Timeshares, fake police, charity fraud, and miscellaneous scams targeting visitors. Below are the other scams scams reported in Fez — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Hurghada, Luxor, and Casablanca.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
4
Other Scams Scams
11
Total in Fez
How it works
Leather shops surrounding the famous Chouara Tannery offer free rooftop access to see the tannery panorama, but staff then aggressively pressure visitors to buy leather goods at inflated prices before they can leave.
How it works
After tea and pleasantries, carpet shop owners in Fez present a dazzling selection and use guilt, time pressure, and psychological tactics to push purchases at tourist prices that are 5–10× the factory price.
How it works
Shops near the famous Chouara tannery offer tourists access to their roof terrace (the best viewpoint) freely, handing out mint as a "gift" against the smell. After viewing, tourists are subjected to aggressive carpet-selling pressure and made to feel obligated to buy.
How it works
Vendors near the medina sell "pure argan oil" at low prices that is actually heavily diluted or mixed with cheaper vegetable oils. Genuine 100ml of pure argan oil should cost €15–25 minimum.
See all scams in Fez
11 total warnings across all categories