Tangier

Tangier

Morocco

Wander through the exotic medina's labyrinthine souks and savor authentic Moroccan cuisine while gazing across the Strait of Gibraltar.

Currency Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Language Arabic, French, Berber
Time Zone WET (UTC+0)
Best Time to Visit Apr–May
Typical Duration 7-16 nights
Price Range $579–$58,289 per person
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port Yes

Gateway to North Africa and a vibrant cultural crossroads where Mediterranean cruisers experience Moroccan markets, architecture, and cuisine just across the Strait of Gibraltar from Spain.

Cruises that visit Tangier

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Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 8:00 PM
Usually about 12 hours ashore
Getting around:
Hercules Caves 80 DH for adults, 40 DH for kids, and it seems locals go in for free. Tourist attraction · ★ 4 · 16k Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Grand Socco Exploring the old city and different areas was so incredible. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 11k
Café Hafa Really loved the food, the service and the view of the ocean was amazing. Cafe · ★ 3.8 · 11k
Rmilat Park A beautiful escape from city center right into the arms of nature ! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 8k
Tanger City Mall Good shopping mall with a good selection of shops and a good food court. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 8k Open · Closes 10 PM
Cape Spartel Fun and lots of exploring to do along with capturing some memories Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 7k
Socco Alto Clean, large variety of stores and products, and staff is helpful! Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 6k Open · Closes 11 PM
Restaurant Antartique delicious food in a modern setting with great atmosphere. Fish restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 6k
Ibn Batouta Mall A good range of shops plus a couple restaurants upstairs. Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 5k Open · Closes 12 AM
Dar Harruch : Café & Restaurant Excellent food, friendly staff and creative, beautiful decor Moroccan · ★ 4.8 · 5k
Clay Oven Tangier Very nice place, delicious food, friendly staff, and a great atmosphere. Indian · ★ 4.8 · 4k
Kebdani The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all exceptional. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Dada Restaurant Very good food, amazing flavors and outstanding service. Moroccan · ★ 4.8 · 3k
Restaurant Al Maimouni Really friendly people, good food, good view upstairs. Moroccan · ★ 4.6 · 3k
El Tangerino Delightful hostess, beautiful decor, delicious food & cocktails! Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 3k
L'Aquarium Blue Beautiful atmosphere and very helpful staff and the food is delicious. Fish restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 3k
Kasbah Museum Cheap as chips for an epic hour or so in an amazing building. Museum · ★ 4.4 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Safran The food was flavorful, beautifully plated, and full of care. Moroccan · ★ 4.8 · 2k
Bab Al Bahr The exhibits are impeccably curated and well explained. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Chez Hassan Great portions, fresh ingredients, and a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Moroccan · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Restaurant Saveur de Poisson Sit back and have a truly incredible and unique culinary experience. Seafood · ★ 4.4 · 2k
Alma Kitchen & Coffee Fantastic dinner with great food, excent service and relaxing environment. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 2k
Corniche Definitely recommend it. Garden · ★ 4.2 · 2k
Cafétéria Dopamine very friendly staff.. good food and drinks.. Self service restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 2k
Tangier American Legation Museum Great little museum, good bathrooms, lots of Art and history. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Abou Tayssir The menu is incredible, the food delicious and the staff kind and available. Syrian · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Café Vintage Beautiful cafe with delicious food, Moroccan tea and views of the ocean. Coffee shop · ★ 4 · 2k
Phoenician tombs The Phoenician Tombs in Tangier are definitely worth a visit! Historical landmark · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Nommos Each dish showcased a harmonious blend of flavors and artistic presentation. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Anber Tanger Moroccan Restaurant Delicious food in a lovely environment with attentive and courteous service Moroccan · ★ 4.3 · 1k
Parmigiano It is little bit pricey but food and atmosphere is great. Italian · ★ 4.2 · 1k
La Boca Negra Great food, great atmosphere, amazing service, had a lovely evening! Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k
El Morocco Club Good cocktails, good music and excellent service. Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Opens soon · 7:30 PM
Tanger Boulevard Under renovation of a lot of shops, there is still a good supermarket Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 1k Open · Closes 10 PM
Omeza Coffee Gallery Nestled in the heart of Tangier, Omeza Coffee is an absolute gem. Coffee shop · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Le Salon Bleu Loved the food, the view, the service was nice. Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 1k
Mendoubia Garden Overall a great way to spend some time on a sunny afternoon. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.1 · 1k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
Café Le Mirage Amazing service with really nice food and coffee. Cafe · ★ 4.2 · 1k
Kanzaman Really beautiful decor, clean bathrooms and delicious food. Moroccan · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Café le Jardin Amazing service, great breakfast, clean and healthy. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Tsood A cozy little spot in Tangier with a unique decoration. Coffee shop · ★ 4.9 · 1k
Tangier Grand Mosque No entry fees. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k
City Tour Tanger Plenty of sights, both historical and kitchen sink. Transportation service · ★ 3.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Café Baba Great tea, super friendly owner <3 totally worth to visit! Cafe · ★ 4.3 · 1k
Restaurant Italia del Mama The hospitality, the atmosphere and the food were absolutely outstanding. Italian · ★ 4.8 · 1k
La Muralla View and atmosphere amazing, food delicious, drinks (cocktails) spot on. Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 1k
Ô Saveur The menu was perfectly crafted and every dish was delicious. Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k
Bouhendia Beach What I loved most is how spacious it felt. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open now
Donabo Gardens Perfect to spend 2h with kids. Botanical garden · ★ 3.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
London’s Pub Relaxed vibe, great service, reasonable priced beer. Pub · ★ 4.1 · 0k
El Amrani The food was bursting with authentic flavors and beautifully presented. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Restaurant Trial Atlas Great food, good prices, great service Seafood · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Les Huîtres Fantastic experience, great fresh food, excellent service. Fish restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Medina SeaView Café & Restaurant Delicious food, very warm atmosphere and an incredible view. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Argana brunch Fresh, flavorful food, great atmosphere, and everything made with care. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Benny's Great food, friendly staff, and a nice atmosphere. Brunch · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Ô rendez-vous Restaurant 10/10 The ambience, The food, The service everything is just Top Notch . Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Tomb of Ibn Batutta Highly recommended if you are exploring the Medina Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Coffee House Relaxed vibe, friendly staff, great tea. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k
MOFI Cute vibe, phenomenal food, and fantastic, friendly, and personable service. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Tangier Kasbah You can lose a handful of days exploring it. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Jumeirah Tanger Service great, food taste good and price/quality is decent. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Muraille de Tanger Tangerine is an interesting place whether viewed from afar or up close. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Soli Tangier Everything we tried was fresh, beautifully prepared, and incredibly tasty. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Tangerinn Amazing place, the staff, the ambiance, the drinks, everything is wonderful! Pub · ★ 4.2 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 PM
MARH Coffee Roasters Good coffee, nice atmosphere, and welcoming staff. Coffee shop · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Blue Door Cuisine The staff were great, the food was amazing, the taste of Tanger was perfect. Cooking class · ★ 5 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Pepe Ocaña Great local bar, friendly staff, delicious beer 🍻 Bar · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Coffee Shop Medina Got my delicious cookies here, affordable and with a really kind owner Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Hole in the Wall Bar Always lively with vibrant conversations and a very kind bartender. Bar · ★ 4.1 · 0k
RAWNAQ MUSIC RAI & ORIENTAL LOUNGE Great vibes, friendly staff and the drinks were perfect. Lounge bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Bab Haha Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k
KAS'BAR Beautiful restaurant, excellent views. Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Tangier

Tangier stands as a vibrant Mediterranean port of call, welcoming cruise passengers from 16 major cruise lines including Viking Ocean Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, and many others. With nearly 400 upcoming cruises and strong year-round popularity—particularly during spring and fall months—this Moroccan port serves as a convenient stop on Mediterranean itineraries heading to Barcelona, Lisbon, Málaga, and beyond. Whether you're sailing on a luxury vessel or a larger contemporary ship, Tangier offers excellent accessibility and a well-established cruise infrastructure.

Stepping ashore in Tangier, you'll discover a captivating blend of African and European influences that defines this historic port city. The medina's winding streets invite exploration, while the waterfront promenade offers stunning views across the Strait of Gibraltar toward Spain. Most cruise visits allow ample time to experience the city's unique character, whether you prefer guided shore excursions or independent wandering through this culturally rich destination.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Explore the Medina's Ancient Souks

Wander through Tangier's historic medina, where narrow cobblestone streets wind past centuries-old riads and bustling souks overflowing with spices, textiles, and traditional crafts. The Grand Socco connects the medina to the modern city, offering an authentic glimpse into Moroccan daily life and commerce that has thrived for generations.

2

Savor Authentic Moroccan Cuisine

Indulge in tagines, couscous, and fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar, or grab pastilla and mint tea at a traditional café tucked into the medina. Tangier's culinary scene blends Moroccan, Mediterranean, and Spanish influences, creating unforgettable flavors you'll taste nowhere else.

3

Walk Along Tangier's Scenic Beaches

Stroll the golden sands of Plage de Tangier or relax at one of the city's pristine beaches with views across the strait toward Spain. The dramatic coastline and refreshing Atlantic breeze provide a perfect escape, whether you prefer swimming, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the Mediterranean atmosphere.

4

Hunt for Treasures in Local Markets

Browse the vibrant Petit Socco and surrounding stalls for Moroccan leather goods, intricate metalwork, colorful ceramics, and handwoven carpets at unbeatable prices. Haggling is part of the experience—engage with friendly vendors and walk away with authentic souvenirs that capture Tangier's artisanal heritage.

5

Visit the Kasbah and Palace Museum

Discover Tangier's royal history at the stunning Kasbah fortress, perched above the medina with panoramic views of the city and strait. The adjacent Palace Museum showcases Moroccan art, manuscripts, and artifacts within ornate rooms, offering cultural insight into this strategically important port city's fascinating past.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tangier known for?

Tangier is a historic port city in Morocco overlooking the Straits of Gibraltar, with a rich mix of cultures and history.

When is the best time to visit Tangier?

Spring (Mar-May) and autumn (Sep-Nov) offer mild weather and fewer crowds.

What attractions can I explore in Tangier?

Explore the Kasbah, the old medina, Grand Socco, Cap Spartel, and panoramic viewpoints over the Strait.

How do I reach Tangier from Casablanca or Rabat?

You can take a train or drive along the coast; the city has a major port and ferry connections to Europe.