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More InformationGateway to the Orient
Gateway
to the
Orient
City of culture and artists
Between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean
A meeting point between Africa and Europe. The Atlantic and the Mediterranean. European and oriental culture. Tangier is a port city, an international trade and financial centre, and a gateway to Africa – and one of the oldest cities in Morocco. Mediterranean and vibrant, the city of around 1.2 million inhabitants overlooks the Strait of Gibraltar.
Its greatest strength is its diversity: culture, nature and seaside holidays all in one place. Tangier is a source of inspiration, a place of stories and dreams, and a magnet for artists, eccentrics and intellectuals such as Eugène Delacroix, Henri Matisse, Tennessee Williams, Jack Kerouac, Truman Capote and the Rolling Stones. A lively city at the northwestern tip of Morocco. Beach life and cultural diversity combine here. Tangier captivates visitors with white sandy beaches, natural highlights and a vibrant urban culture – a paradise for all the senses.
Tangier – Morocco’s gateway to Europe at the Strait of Gibraltar.
White sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and turquoise coves.
A city of artists, intellectuals and legendary cafés.
Elegant boulevard with stylish shops, cafés, beach clubs and ice cream parlours.
In the Ville Nouvelle, Art Nouveau buildings stand beside modern office towers.
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Tangier has always controlled one of the world’s most important maritime passages. Here the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea meet, only a few kilometres from Europe. Phoenicians, Carthaginians and Romans already used the protected bay as a trading port and strategic base. Over the centuries many empires fought for control of this important gateway.
Once known as the legendary gateway to Africa and a magnet for spies, artists and adventurers, Tangier today presents itself as surprisingly modern. Along the waterfront promenade cafés, hotels and beach clubs line the shore, while everyday life pulses in the Medina. From the Kasbah you can look across the strait all the way to Spain. Tangier today is young, urban, creative – yet deeply Moroccan.
Vibrant, authentic & exotic
Tangier’s Medina may not be the largest in Morocco, but it is highly authentic. Its lively markets, frequented mostly by locals, convey the true atmosphere of Moroccan daily life. Each trade has its own small quarter. Here you can shop at the gateway to Africa and enjoy mint tea on a shaded terrace.
White sandy beach with energy
Tangier’s beach in the bay is centrally located and famous for its fine white sand. Swim, sunbathe, water-ski or sail until sunset. In the evening the long seaside promenade comes alive with music and activity: athletes perform acrobatics, children ride ponies and families picnic by the sea.
Hiking and trekking adventures
Discover spectacular coastal trails around Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves on easy to moderate hikes (2–4 hours) with breathtaking sea views. The trail to Plage Merkala offers wild, photogenic landscapes in just one hour. About 2–3 hours away, Talassemtane National Park offers waterfalls and impressive Rif Mountain trails for day hikes or multi-day trekking.
Grand & Petit Socco
The Grand Socco is the main square of the port city between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, connecting the new town with the Medina. This lively square is filled with shops, cafés, restaurants and cinemas. From a terrace café you can watch the bustling life before wandering into the Spanish-influenced Petit Socco.
Picturesque oasis
The Mendoubia Garden, located near the Grand Socco in the old town, is a green oasis. Ancient trees such as an 800-year-old dragon tree and a huge fig tree provide shade. Surrounded by palms, exotic plants and historic bronze cannons, the park invites visitors to enjoy peaceful walks away from the Medina’s bustle.
Bond movie location: Villa Forbes
In the Marshan district stands the villa of the late American billionaire Malcolm Forbes, who died in 1990. The villa served as a filming location for the James Bond movie, The Living Daylights. Perched above the cliffs, the white residence with its lush gardens offers spectacular views over Tangier Bay. Today the property serves as a residence for state guests.
Tanjazz
International artists present world-class jazz and blues performances, mainly at the Palais des Institutions Italiennes, the marina and other venues in Tangier. The festival blends contemporary jazz, funk, blues and Moroccan musical influences.
Surroundings
Surroundings
Kasbah / Medina
Bab el Assa
Mur des Paresseux
Mendoubia Park
Hercules Caves
Grand Mosque
Cap Spartel
Villa Forbes
Gran Teatro Cervantes
Our Pur Life Maroc concierge service offers tailor-made travel experiences designed around your wishes. Discover the most beautiful and authentic sides of Morocco up close, guided by our local experts and Pur Life insiders. Immerse yourself in your own personal Pur Life Maroc journey.
At Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, enjoy breathtaking views of the Moroccan Atlantic coastline and the Strait of Gibraltar. Your private guide will take you to the famous Hercules Cave, a natural rock formation with impressive stalactites. The highlight is a rock opening shaped like the silhouette of Africa.
A half-day excursion to a fairytale-like coastal town: blue-and-whitewashed houses, a Mediterranean atmosphere and peaceful silence – interrupted only by the sound of the Atlantic waves and spectacular sunsets. Small artisans, painters and merchants bring the Medina to life. The charming Atlantic town of Asilah, located just 45 minutes from Tangier, reveals its most beautiful corners with your personal Morocco guide.
Within about two hours, you reach the Blue Pearl of northern Morocco: Chefchaouen. Blue-and-white houses form a labyrinth of narrow streets. The Medina is one of the most beautiful old towns in Africa, surrounded by the Rif Mountains. Stroll through picturesque squares, past blooming corners, mosques and memorials, and discover countless charming shops and fantastic restaurants.
