Things to do in Tangier: 12 must-see places
Between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, facing Spain, Tangier is Morocco's gateway for thousands of travellers. Our agency is based here: these are the visits we recommend to our clients.
1. The Kasbah and its terraces
Walk up to the Kasbah through the medina lanes. From the ramparts, the view over the Strait of Gibraltar and the Spanish coast is one of the best in town.
2. The medina, Petit Socco and Grand Socco
The Petit Socco and its cafés welcomed writers and artists for decades. The Grand Socco (9 April 1947 square) links the medina to the modern city.
3. Cap Spartel
About fifteen kilometres from the centre, the Cap Spartel lighthouse marks where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. Best at sunset.
4. The Caves of Hercules
Right next door, these sea caves are famous for an opening shaped like the map of Africa.
5. The corniche and the marina
Seafront promenade, cafés and the new marina: modern Tangier, best enjoyed on foot in the late afternoon.
6. Café Hafa
A terraced café above the sea, open since 1921, where you sip mint tea facing the strait.
7. The Kasbah Museum (Dar el Makhzen)
The former sultan's palace tells the history of the region from Antiquity to today.
8. Cap Malabata
East of the bay, for another view of the city and the port.
Day trips from Tangier
Asilah: white medina, Portuguese ramparts and murals, about 45 minutes away.Tetouan: a UNESCO World Heritage medina.Chefchaouen: the blue city of the Rif.Tarifa (Spain): by ferry from Tangier Ville port.Planning your stay
Our Tangier team arranges transfers, guides and excursions, or a full tour such as Imperial North: from Fez to Tangier. You can also book your flight and ferry tickets online.
