Tangier Tanger-tetouan-al Hoceima, Morocco Travel Guide
Tangier's coastal location and proximity to natural landscapes create opportunities for enjoyable outdoor activities.
Perdicaris Park (Rmilat The park) offers easy to moderate walking trails. Shoreline hikes near Cap Spartel provide more challenging routes with sea views. Day trips to the Rif Mountains (near Chefchaouen) offer strenuous trekking choices within Talassemtane National Park.
Swimming and sunbathing at Tangier Beach, Plage Achakar, and Dalia Beach. Seasonal activities like jet skiing and banana boat rides may be available at Tangier Beach during summer.
Adventure sports options within Tangier are limited. However, you might find opportunities for quad biking or camel rides on the city's outskirts or through local tour operators, a taste of desert-like adventure.
When exploring coastal areas or attempting hikes, be aware of weather conditions and pack suitable gear. Always share your itinerary, especially for remote areas.
Engage with Tangier's rich culture through various immersive experiences.
Short-term Arabic (Darija – Moroccan Arabic) or French language courses could be an option at local language schools. Learning a few basic phrases in either language is beneficial for interaction.
An annual international jazz festival, usually held in June, attracting artists and audiences from around the world.
Tangier International Book and Art Fair promotes literature and art. Other cultural events are often hosted at the Centre Culturel de Tanger or Cinematheque de Tanger. Islamic festivals like Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and Ashura are significant national holidays.
Many upscale hotels and luxury riads offer hammams (traditional Moroccan bathhouses) and spa services. The El Minzah Spa and the Regal Mansour Spa provide a range of treatments.
Many cafes, especially in the Ville Nouvelle, remain open late into the evening, providing a relaxed atmosphere for conversation and people-watching.
Explore traditional markets and bazaars like Grand Socco and Medina Souks for local crafts, leather goods, spices, and souvenirs. Boutique shops in the Kasbah offer higher-end Moroccan items.
Find tranquility and rejuvenation in Tangier's serene settings and traditional wellness practices.
Some independent studios or guesthouses might offer yoga classes or retreats, often focusing on wellness and relaxation. Inquire locally for current schedules and availability.
Many hotels along the Corniche feature pools for relaxation. Tangier Beach also offers opportunities for sunbathing and unwinding by the sea.
Some restaurants and bars in Ville Nouvelle and by the Corniche feature live music, including customary Moroccan, jazz, or international acts. El Morocco Club is especially known for its performances.
The recently renovated Grand Théâtre de Tanger hosts theater, opera, and concerts. The Centre Culturel de Tanger and Cinematheque de Tanger also host performances.
Nightclubs are mainly located in bigger hotels and along the Corniche in Ville Nouvelle. Examples: Black House, The Goya, and 555 Famous Club. Dress codes might change.
Shopping in Tangier is an experience in itself, from bustling traditional souks to modern boutiques.
Leather goods (babouches, bags), ceramics (tagines), carpets and rugs, aromatic spices, argan oil products, traditional clothing (kaftans), brass/copper items, mint tea glasses/teapots.
Support local artisans by purchasing directly from workshops. Ensure genuine argan oil, ideally from women's cooperatives, to support fair trade principles.
Newer shopping malls (e.g., Tangier City Mall) offer international brands. Boutique shops in the Kasbah feature higher-end Moroccan crafts and fashion.
When you go shopping in the souks, take your time, enjoy the process of negotiation, and view it as a cultural interaction rather than just a transaction.
