scenic viewpoint
Cap Spartel
A lighthouse cape west of Tangier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, near the Caves of Hercules.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Tangier
Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco · Africa
About Tangier
Tangier is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Boukhalef, 58km from Rock of Gibraltar.
Tangier is in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco, with about 1 million people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Boukhalef, about 10 km away.
Tangier, also called Tangiers, is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The city is the capital of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, as well as the Tangier-Assilah Prefecture of Morocco.
Many civilisations and cultures have influenced the history ofRead more
Tangier, starting from before the 10th century BCE. Originating as a strategic Phoenician town and trading centre, Tangier has been a nexus for many cultures. In 1923, it became an international zone managed by colonial powers and became a destination for many European and American diplomats, spies, bohemians, writers and businessmen. That status came to an end with Moroccan independence, in phases between 1956 and 1960.
By the early 21st century, Tangier is undergoing rapid development and modernisation. Projects include tourism projects along the bay, a modern business district called Tangier City Centre, an airport terminal, and a football stadium. Tangier's economy is benefiting greatly from the Tanger-Med port.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Tangier?
Within an hour or so of Tangier: Cap Spartel (11 km), Tarifa (33 km), Playa de Bolonia (36 km), Vejer de la Frontera (56 km).
Are there any good drives near Tangier?
The nearest famous roads are A-397 Ronda to San Pedro Road and A-397 San Pedro to Ronda.
Where is Tangier?
Tangier is in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco, about 10 km from Boukhalef.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 1,035,141
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Morocco
- Region
- Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
- Timezone
- Africa/Casablanca
- Coordinates
- 35.7673, -5.7998
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Morocco
Royal Gendarmerie (outside cities): 177.
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Worth the detour from Tangier
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Tarifa
Continental Europe's southernmost point, a windswept town where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, beloved by kitesurfers.
33 km · about 40 min drive
beach
Playa de Bolonia
A wild dune-backed Atlantic beach beside the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia, with views across to Morocco.
36 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
Vejer de la Frontera
A dazzling white town crowning a hill above the Costa de la Luz, a maze of Moorish lanes and flower-filled patios.
56 km · about 65 min drive
natural wonder
Rock of Gibraltar
The iconic limestone monolith guarding the strait between Europe and Africa, home to the famous Barbary macaques.
58 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Tangier
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- Right hereCap SpartelA lighthouse cape west of Tangier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, near the Caves of Hercules.
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