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Tangier, Morocco

Things to Do in Tangier

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:From Tangier: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Local Guide

Most booked tours and tickets in Tangier

From Tangier: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Local Guide

From Tangier: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Local Guide

4.8854 reviews10h
Explore Tangier: Cape Espartel, caves and camel ride.

Explore Tangier: Cape Espartel, caves and camel ride.

4.8500 reviews2h
Tangier Private Day Tour From Tarifa Including Ferry & Camel Ride

Tangier Private Day Tour From Tarifa Including Ferry & Camel Ride

5.0354 reviews8h
Private full Day Tour in Tangier including camel ride

Private full Day Tour in Tangier including camel ride

4.9240 reviews5h
Tangier sight-seeing & cultural Private Tour Camel ride included

Tangier sight-seeing & cultural Private Tour Camel ride included

4.9232 reviews6h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Tangier's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Tangier

  1. 1Kasbah
  2. 2Petit Socco
  3. 3Caves of Hercules
  4. 4American Legation
  5. 5Cap Spartel
  6. 6Grand Socco
  • A Literary and Artistic Pilgrimage: Follow in the footsteps of the Beat Generation at Café Hafa, where Burroughs, Ginsberg, and Kerouac drank tea. Visit the American Legation Museum, the only U.S. National Historic Landmark on foreign soil, and explore the Kasbah Museum housed in the former Sultan's palace, filled with artifacts that tell Tangier's storied past.
  • The Thrill of Cultural Convergence: Experience the unique Tangier vibe where Moroccan, Spanish, and French influences blend seamlessly. Haggle for leather goods in the Grand Socco, practice your Spanish with shopkeepers in the Zoco Chico (Petit Socco), and enjoy a French-style pastry in the Ville Nouvelle, all within a few hours.
  • Stunning Natural Panoramas: Stand at Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and explore the sea-carved Caves of Hercules with its famous 'Map of Africa' opening. Walk the Marshan coastline for dramatic cliff views or take a boat tour to see the city skyline and Gibraltar from the water.

Tickets and passes in Tangier

Tangier: Hercules Caves, Cap Spartel & Camel Ride Experience

Tangier: Hercules Caves, Cap Spartel & Camel Ride Experience

4.8230 reviews2h
From Tangier: Cap Spartel and Hercules Cave with Camel Ride

From Tangier: Cap Spartel and Hercules Cave with Camel Ride

4.6211 reviews2h
Cape Spartel & Hercules Caves 5-Hour Tour with Camel Ride

Cape Spartel & Hercules Caves 5-Hour Tour with Camel Ride

4.9161 reviews5h

Food and drink experiences in Tangier

Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family

Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family

4.799 reviews4h
Tarifa to Tangier Private Tour :ferry ticket, lunch & camel ride

Tarifa to Tangier Private Tour :ferry ticket, lunch & camel ride

4.978 reviews6h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Tangier

Chefchaouen, the blue city, day trip from Tangier

Chefchaouen, the blue city, day trip from Tangier

4.679 reviews7h
Tangier Luxury Private Day Trip From Marbella All Inclusive

Tangier Luxury Private Day Trip From Marbella All Inclusive

4.875 reviews10h

Hidden gems in Tangier

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Forbes Museum of Military Miniatures

A quirky and fascinating museum housed in the former palace of Malcolm Forbes, featuring incredibly detailed dioramas of historic battles.

The Phoenician Tombs

Ancient rock-cut tombs on a hillside in the Marshan district, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar.

Cinémathèque de Tanger

A non-profit cinema and cultural center dedicated to preserving and showcasing Moroccan and Arab film.

Mendoubia Gardens

A serene, leafy park adjacent to the Grand Socco, featuring ancient banyan trees and a small museum.

Perdicaris Park (Rmilat Park)

A vast, forested park on the outskirts of the city, near the Caves of Hercules.

Day trips from Tangier

Chefchaouen

2 hours by car or bus

Journey into the Rif Mountains to discover the famous 'Blue Pearl' of Morocco. This serene, blue-washed town offers a completely different vibe from Tangier, with stunning photography opportunities, relaxed hiking, and unique shopping.

Asilah

45 min by train or car

A charming, artsy coastal town known for its pristine white-and-blue medina and annual mural festival. It's more tranquil than Tangier, with great seafood restaurants right on the beach.

Tarifa, Spain

1 hour by ferry (plus passport control)

A quick hop across the Strait of Gibraltar delivers you to Europe. Tarifa is a world-famous windsurfing hub with a laid-back Andalusian vibe, excellent tapas bars, and a chance to see dolphins on the crossing.

Plan your Tangier trip

Things to do in Tangier: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Tangier?+

Top sights include Kasbah, Petit Socco, Caves of Hercules and American Legation. Away from the crowds, try Forbes Museum of Military Miniatures and The Phoenician Tombs.

What are the most popular tours in Tangier?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are From Tangier: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Local Guide (4.8 stars, 854 reviews); luxury 4 Hour Private Tour of Tangier (4.9 stars, 597 reviews); Explore Tangier: Cape Espartel, caves and camel ride. (4.8 stars, 500 reviews).

How much do tours in Tangier cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €27 and €450 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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