Tangier stands at the northern tip of Morocco, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic and the Spanish coast is visible across the water. Long a cosmopolitan port and former international zone, it blends Moroccan, Spanish and European influences.
Late spring through early autumn (May–October) offers warm, sunny weather perfect for the beaches and medina; summer is liveliest but busiest.
Fresh fish from the Atlantic and Mediterranean, calamari and prawns, alongside Spanish-influenced tapas and strong coffee in the old cafés.
The medina and Kasbah quarter offer characterful riads and sea views, while the Ville Nouvelle has larger modern hotels near the seafront.
From the Kasbah and Cap Spartel the Spanish coast often comes into view at dawn and dusk, when the low sun glints off the Strait.
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