Tangier Medina – Free Self‑Guided Tour

This tour guides you through the winding alleys of Tangier’s medina, where you will discover the Petit Socco district, the Grande Mosquée, museums, and magnificent palaces.

EXPLORE

Discover the streets and buildings of Tangier’s oldest district, where cultures, religions, and nationalities blend together. The BaladoDiscovery interactive guide shows you information on demand.

ON SITE

This guide is accessible on your mobile phone, and headphones are recommended for this self-guided walking tour, which you can enjoy at your own pace.

At the meeting point of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, Tangier has long held a historic and strategic position between Africa and Europe. Soak in the atmosphere and authenticity of these places through this immersive experience, and explore at your own pace!

OPTIMIZED EXPERIENCE

The free BaladoDiscovery mobile app is recommended over the website of the same name for the best experience on site. It includes a gyroscope and optional proximity audio alerts. You can also Preload the tour in advance, allowing you to follow the route and access all content even without an internet connection. On demand your location can be displayed on the interactive map to help you find your way.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Tangier, once named Tingis back in Roman times, is the oldest city in Morocco. It was born in the Phoenician civilization's era. In the mid-twentieth century, the city became a bastion of freedom and a meeting place for many national and international artists. Writers from the Beat Generation, painters such as Delacroix and Matisse, as well as musicians like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones found inspiration there.

However, nostalgia for a cosmopolitan past isn't the only feeling that Tangier awakens in us. When you stayed there, you notice that the sunny days, the character of residents, the relaxed atmosphere of its streets, its gastronomy and its crafts are part of this uncommon city's unforgettable assets.

Now, discover the originality of the oldest neighbourhood in Tangier… described by famous writer and composer Paul Bowles as the dream city.

Enjoy every moment!

CREDITS

ToursMaroc would like to thank Ms. Odile Cayrols and Mr. Manuel Marcia, researchers; Mr. Driss Ben Essalah of the Rif Planète agency; Ms. Yhtimad Bouziane, Deputy Director of the Tangier American Legation Institute for Moroccan Studies; Pilar Rodriguez of Riad La Maison Blanche; Mr. Idriss Aboulaghrass of Riad Dar Jameel; and Mr. Mohammed Soussi of the Hôtel Continental.