Location: Tangier
Top Things to do in Tangier
What to do and see in Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan Region: The Best Things to do
Located on the Strait of Gibraltar where Africa meets Europe, Tangier has long held strategic importance. Ruled through the centuries by waves of conquerors including Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Arabs and Portuguese, the city is more than two and a half millennia old, making it one of North Africa's most ancient. The medina, kasbah, bazaars and souks are among the country's most vibrant, and the beaches are excellent. In the last century, Tangier became a hot spot for the international jet set.
Restaurants in Tangier
1. American Legation
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4.5 based on 564 reviews
Effective March 15, 2020, due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and in conformity with recent measures taken by the government of Morocco, the Tangier American Legation will be closed until further notice. The only US Historic Monument outside the United States, TALIM includes a public museum, research library accessible by appointment only, and a community Arabic Literacy Program. Admission 20 dirhams per person. Museum opening hours are Monday-Friday 10h-17h and Saturdays 10h-15h. Guided tours available for supplemental fee.
Reviewed By CosmicAngela
Lovely collection of Paul Bowles memorabilia here , plus Berber costumes and fabulous art collection ( watercolours oils ) . Tangier has few museums so it’s well worth a visit it’s easy to find and the south end of the medina
2. Parc Perdicaris
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4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By lisahS3939UH - Rockville, United States
Don’t miss this park. It has glorious views of the Atlantic Ocean, rare trees with trilingual signage, many picnic sites with barbecue pits and well maintained stone paths. The villa where Ion Perdicaris lived is being restored. It makes a good destination for a long walk. Along the way, you can buy snacks but you can also eat bessara and kebabs at a cafe down the road. The upscale cafe at the entrance to the park is closed for renovation.
3. Moise Nahon Synagogue
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By AaronsAbira
well, our family loved visiting the Moshe Nahon Tangier's Synagogue located on a dead end street in the Beni Idir Medina Quarter, according to our guide, it was constructed in the 19th century by Moïse Nahon, a prominent scholar from a Jewish family in Tangier. The synagogue ceased activity in the second half to the 20th century, and thereafter fell into disrepair until its reconquest in 1994. The prayer room of the synagogue is accessible via a small courtyard at the final of the inlet hallway. The interior is elaborately graced in an Andalusian modality. inscribe stucco walls are adored with a cyclic motif featuring frilly implant columns, trilobe hoop, and arabesques with floral and geometric peg. possibly most elegant is the Arabic calligraphy refined in three medallions vertically range below the superior ear-lap.
4. Tangier Casbah
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4.0 based on 767 reviews
Reviewed By lvsdx
We took the ferry from Spain to Tangier. Tangier is a very interesting place. The architecture, customs and language is so different from Spain. Lots of shops including places to buy local spices, carpets and oils. The street vendors are everywhere. It seems like bartering is the theme there if you are in a store or on the street. There's a large local market too. Lots of colorful blue and white buildings. Our local guide Mo was great.
5. Medina of Tangier
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4.0 based on 1,838 reviews
Reviewed By Annieknig - Watford, United Kingdom
Had a great day trip to Tangier from Spain, really enjoyed being shown around by the local guides who looked after us very well. It was so interesting to see the Medina & also views from the coach of parks & Picnic areas. Lunch was very enjoyable in a very pleasant restaurant. Worth a trip if you are looking for a different experience.
6. St. Andrew's Church
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4.0 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By jillianarb - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
Anglian church with a fascinating well maintained cemetery beside the building. A reminder of the former British Ex-patriot community that hardly exists today now the congregation is mainly African. I photographed an attractive lady with her baby from Nigeria. (See my photos). The pianist is Scottish South African educated Gordon (photo) the warden is Jerry Butler (photo) accompanied by his Welsh wife Merryll. The priest was an English female locum as the community is dying! Yassim is the knowledge, friendly and helpful caretaker who spoke excellent English. Donations are welcome, books and excellent postcards are on sale. A meeting place on Sunday after the 11.00 service around 11.30ish outside. Visitors of all faiths are welcome. A MUST quiet place to escape the hustle and bustle outside! Service in January (wintertime) only on Sundays at 11.00 am but open to visit during the week. Highly recommended. Go, Go, Go!!
7. Hercules Cave
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4.0 based on 1,825 reviews
Reviewed By 563borisc
Definitely worth a visit! Cave feels ancient and offers a solemn atmosphere to them. Spent fewer than than 10 minutes but greatly enjoyed it. Be sure to take a picture of the opening (inverse reflection of the African continent checks out!)
8. Cap Spartel
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4.0 based on 846 reviews
Reviewed By yiannava - Nicosia, Cyprus
The meeting point of the 2 seas is actually visible as the underwater currents meet and there is a visible line, The best time to visit is before unset as the light is soft and the light house look really beautiful.
9. Musee de la Kasbah
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4.0 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By Marf13669 - Ogdensburg, United States
The Kasbah Museum takes you back in time with a fantastic collection and rooms designed to emulate the architecture of riads in the city with central courtyards and fountains. exception. The Kasbah Museum has several different types of exhibits which are on display here representing art of all regions of Morocco. These include pottery from the north to impressive rugs hand-made in Rabat. The Fez room is full of silks and hand hammered brass, copper & tin. It's a must visit place. 4.2/5
10. Tangier Beach
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3.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By mafiaro - Fes, Morocco
Tangier has two distinct sites, beaches on the Mediterranean shore, and beaches on the Atlantic coast. The contrast is striking between the two formulas. As far as we are concerned we prefer the Atlantic landscapes, more wild and with some really nice restaurants well integrated into the landscape. To recommend
