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Moroccan town Asilah, North Africa
Moroccan town Asilah, North Africa

Discover Tangier, Morocco

Moroccan Markets. Ancient Kasbahs.

Over the centuries, this northern Moroccan coastal city has attracted many famed artists and writers. Tangier was once home to The Rolling Stones, and the great beat writers such as William S. Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac resided here. At the mouth of the Mediterranean, this modern city boasts narrow streets lined with cafés, and the medina as its not-to-miss quarter.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Tangier

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Lighthouse tower in Cap Malabata, Tangier, Morocco Lighthouse Cap Malabata
Green wooden gate of ancient mosque in Medina. Tangier, Morocco Medina Door
Morocco lamp architecture - vintage filter Moroccan lamp architecture
White houses on the mountain slope in royal town Tetouan near Tangier, Morocco White houses on the mountainside in royal town Tetouan.
Crocks of Moroccan crafts Crocks of Moroccan crafts.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

The Medina - traditional Arab shopping center

Famous For

Visit the Grand Socco market square to absorb the city life. Look for leather goods, carved wooden pieces, ornate pottery, alabaster figures and handmade rugs.

Meat and vegetable couscous in a bowl, typical food from Morocco, a traditional festive Arabic dish with herbs and spices

Exquisite Flavours

Tangier's mouthwatering couscous, savoury tagines, and fresh seafood are culinary highlights, perfectly paired with mint tea and local pastries from street vendors.

Jardins de La Mendoubia. Street view with old trees of Place du 9 Avril 1947. Tangier, Morocco

Fun Facts

Explore the Mendoubia Gardens, which contain a fascinating banyan tree that is more than 800 years old.

Port Name & Location

 

Tangier, Morocco
Ship will ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port and guests will be tendered ashore.

Language

The local language is Arabic and Berber. Say "hello" in Arabic: "marhaba."

Time Zone

WET (Western European Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hour

Currency & Shopping

Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Moroccan carpets, pottery, jewellery and native crafts.

Featured Tangier Itineraries

Learn More about Tangier

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