Things to do in Tangier
Where Africa meets Europe across the strait. These are the Tangier experiences locals actually recommend — sorted by category so you can plan your day in one glance.
Rabat is Morocco's administrative capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to some of the country's most significant Islamic and colonial monuments. The Kasbah of the Udayas, built by the Almohads in the 12th century on a clifftop above the Bou Regreg estuary, is one of Morocco's finest examples of Almohad military architecture, with whitewashed lanes, the Bab Oudaia gate, and a terraced Andalusian Garden inside. The Hassan Tower, begun in 1195 under Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur, would have been the world's tallest minaret at 86 metres had it been completed; today it stands at 44 metres surrounded by an esplanade of columns, beside the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Chellah, on the city's southern edge, layers a Roman city (Sala Colonia) beneath a Marinid necropolis, with storks nesting on the minarets each spring. This page lists the attractions in Rabat that we have personally visited, with verified opening hours and practical tips.
About Tangier
Where Africa meets Europe across the strait. Expect blue-white kasbah, literary cafes, windswept Cap Spartel, new marina. Gateway city with ferries to Spain, dramatic coastline, and a Beat-generation literary past.
Why Tangier
Gateway city with ferries to Spain, dramatic coastline, and a Beat-generation literary past.
Where to go in Tangier
Pick your base — each neighborhood has its own vibe.
- Medina & Kasbah
- Petit Socco
- Malabata
- Marshan
Best time
May – October
Mild Mediterranean weather. Even summer is tempered by sea breeze.
Tips for planning your Tangier trip
Local know-howBook early in peak season
Weekends and school holidays in Tangier fill fast — lock in popular picks 3–7 days ahead.
Compare what's included
All-in prices on MaJourneys include taxes, entries, and local transport where listed — no surprises at checkout.
Message the host first
Have a dietary need, a mobility question, or a custom timing? Chat the host before booking.
Free cancellation
Most bookings cancel free up to 24 hours before start — plans change, that's fine.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers- Mix a guided tour with a free-roam day. Our Tangier picks cover culture, food, adventure, and wellness — choose a category above to focus your plan.